Study links late-night tweeting by NBA players to worse game performance
Preliminary data from a new study suggests that NBA players had worse personal statistics in games that followed a late-night tweet between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.
Study finds babies born to mothers with sleep apnea have higher risk of adverse neonatal outcomes
A new study is the first to demonstrate a higher risk of congenital anomalies and resuscitation at birth in newborns of mothers who have obstructive sleep apnea.
New disposable, wearable patch found to effectively detect sleep apnea
Results of a definitive clinical trial show that a new, disposable diagnostic patch effectively detects obstructive sleep apnea across all severity levels.
Bed partners may unintentionally contribute to the perpetuation of insomnia, research shows
Preliminary results from a new study show that partners of people who have insomnia may try to be supportive by engaging in a range of behaviors that unintentionally contradict treatment recommendations.
Sleep or Netflix? You can have both when you binge-watch responsibly
When Netflix CEO Reed Hastings recently remarked that he considers sleep to be a competitor for his streaming entertainment service, he had a valid point. Netflix, which is approaching 100 million subscriber members, covets the 7 billion people worldwide who “subscribe” to sleep.
President Trump releases proposed FY 2018 budget
President Trump unveiled his $4.1 trillion federal budget this week for fiscal year (FY) 2018, and it proposes significant cuts to Medicaid and the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Congressional Budget Office releases score for the American Health Care Act
According to the forecast released by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, the American Health Care Act (AHCA) would result in 14 million fewer people having health insurance in 2018, which would increase to a total of 23 million by 2026. The CBO report also estimates that the legislation would reduce the federal deficit by $119 billion over 10 years.
AASM’s new transportation safety webpage offers comprehensive resources
The AASM encourages members to visit the new Transportation Safety webpage on the AASM website! The webpage includes a number of documents addressing drowsy driving along with other transportation safety issues.
Budget proposal threatens sleep research
Earlier this week the White House released a federal budget that proposes to reduce funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) by $5.8 billion in fiscal year 2018. The proposed budget includes a $575 million reduction in funding for the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), which houses the National Center on Sleep Disorders Research (NCSDR). We must unite to support sleep and circadian research.
American Sleep Medicine Foundation names research award recipients
The American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) has chosen two sleep scientists to receive research awards, and two dentists also have been selected to receive research awards from the ASMF through a new partnership with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM).
Study finds that sleep disorders affect men and women differently
A new study suggests that men and women are affected differently by sleep disorders.
CMS webinar on Quality Payment Program participation requirements is Monday, May 22
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will host a webinar on Quality Payment Program participation requirements on Monday, May 22, 2017 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. EDT.
Colorado Medical and Dental Boards to develop joint sleep apnea policy
On Thursday, May 18, the Colorado Medical Board conducted a meeting to discuss the dentist’s role in the management of sleep apnea. During the meeting, the Medical Board stated that a committee, which will be equally represented by Dental Board members and Medical Board members, will be created to develop a joint policy.
AASM commends Congress for $2 billion NIH funding increase in 2017, urges support for 2018
To show appreciation for the recent $2 billion funding increase in fiscal year 2017 for the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the AASM sent a letter to members of Congress commending them on their hard work and communicating how this increase will lead to innovative medical products, services, and strategies that improve health and save lives.
AASM congratulates new Fellow members
The AASM is pleased to welcome new Fellow members Tracey L. Stierer, MD, FAASM; and Avie Grunspan, MD, FAASM.
NIH director testifies before House Appropriations Subcommittee
Francis S. Collins, MD, PhD, director of the National Institutes of Health, recently testified before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education, and Related Agencies.
Determine your MIPS participation status and subscribe to Quality Payment Program listserv
CMS has developed an interactive tool to help providers determine their MIPS participation status by entering their National Provider Identifier (NPI) in the search field.
Submit your high-risk, high-reward research proposal for NIH director’s awards
The National Institutes of Health requests applications for The Common Fund’s high-risk, high-reward research program.
ASMF announces “Sleep Recharges You” High School Video Contest winners
Three students have been chosen as winners of the nationwide 2017 American Sleep Medicine Foundation "Sleep Recharges You" High School Video Contest, which focused on motivating teens to prioritize the importance of sleep in their lives.
AASM members share expertise and insight with local and national news media
Recent news coverage of sleep-related topics has included the expertise and insight of AASM members who have helped raise awareness of the importance of healthy sleep.
Boston will be the hub of the sleep universe in June
Sleep clinicians and scientists from around the world will present new research and discuss the latest developments in clinical sleep medicine and circadian science at SLEEP 2017, the 31st annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC (APSS), June 4-7, 2017, at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston.
AASM expedited accreditation program is helping sleep facilities comply with revised Medicare policies
The expedited accreditation program recently introduced by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has generated a surge in accreditation applications and is successfully helping sleep facilities comply with recent changes to Medicare coverage policies for sleep studies.
Medscape ranks net worth of physicians by specialty, explores best and worst places to practice
As part of its recent Physician Compensation Report 2017, Medscape asked physicians to estimate their net worth, and in a separate report Medscape ranked the best and worst states in which to practice medicine.
AASM members share expertise and insight with local and national news media
Recent news coverage of sleep-related topics has included the expertise and insight of AASM members who have helped raise awareness of the importance of healthy sleep.
Colorado Medical Board to discuss Dental Board’s draft sleep apnea rules at May 18 meeting
Following three public stakeholder meetings, the Colorado Dental Board met on May 4 to discuss a draft set of rules addressing the dentist’s role in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The draft rules and all submitted comments have been passed along to the Colorado Medical Board for discussion at its May 18 meeting.