AAMC publishes analysis of state Medicaid funding for graduate medical education
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) recently released the report, Medicaid Graduate Medical Education Payments: A 50-State Survey, which updates previous reports on state Medicaid GME policies.
HHS and NIH release final rule and policy to improve public reporting of clinical trials
Last week the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the release of a final rule on Clinical Trials Registration and Results Information Submission, and NIH also released a complementary Policy on the Dissemination of NIH-Funded Clinical Trial Information.
American Heart Association statement links sleep to heart and metabolic health
On Sept. 19 the American Heart Association published a scientific statement recognizing that sleep duration, mostly short sleep, and sleep disorders have emerged as being related to adverse cardiometabolic risk, including obesity, hypertension, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular disease.
Study shows adenoidectomy alone may be effective in some children with sleep apnea
Subjective, long-term outcomes of adenoidectomy are comparable to those of adenotonsillectomy in non-obese children under 7 years of age with moderate obstructive sleep apnea and small tonsils, according to a study in the September issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
New infographic encourages teens to recharge with sleep
A new infographic supporting the National Healthy Sleep Awareness Project’s "Sleep Recharges You" campaign reminds teens that sleep is an essential part of being happy, healthy and successful.
ASMF announces call for applications for Career Development Awards
The American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) has announced the call for applications for the 2017 Career Development Awards, which comprises the Physician Scientist Training Award, the Bridge to Success Award for Early Career Investigators, and the Bridge to Success Award for Mid-Career/Senior Investigators.
Registration is now open for Sleep Medicine Trends 2017
Stay on trend by attending Sleep Medicine Trends from Feb. 17-19, 2017, at the Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort in Phoenix, Arizona.
NIH funds new Center for Innovation in Sleep Self-Management at UW School of Nursing
The University of Washington School of Nursing is launching a Center for Innovation in Sleep Self-Management, aimed at developing interventions to help adults and children with chronic illnesses sleep better and improve their health.
Study emphasizes importance of CPAP mask selection for optimal control of sleep apnea
A case series in the September issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine suggests that changing from an oronasal mask to a nasal mask may help some patients whose obstructive sleep apnea is incompletely controlled by CPAP therapy.
Oklahoma sleep study hearing postponed until October
The public hearing scheduled for Sept. 21 to discuss a study proposal that addresses the cost of sleep studies has been postponed by the Oklahoma legislature until Oct. 27.
Health care platforms of incumbent senators and challengers may decide competitive races
This edition of the AASM coverage of the 2016 election focuses on the health care platforms for the Republican and Democratic candidates in competitive Senate races in Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina and Pennsylvania.
Analysis of the new AAST 2016 Salary and Benefits Survey
The American Association of Sleep Technologists (AAST) commissioned an independent consulting firm, McKinley Advisers, to conduct a current assessment of salary and compensation for sleep technologists. The AAST 2016 Salary and Benefits Survey compares current findings with the AAST's previous salary and compensation surveys from 2007 and 2010.
New CDC map shows adult obesity prevalence by state
A new adult obesity prevalence map from the CDC shows that no state had a prevalence of obesity less than 20 percent in 2015.
ICYMI: Top 10 AASM headlines from the summer
In case you missed it while you were away this summer, here are the top 10 AASM headlines from June through August 2016.
Sleep Research Network Conference to be held Oct. 6-7 in Bethesda
The 8th Annual Sleep Research Network Conference and PCORI Engagement Conference will be held Oct. 6-7, 2016, at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Bethesda, Maryland.
AHRQ data identify states that rank highest in health care quality
The interactive online resource provides state-level data showing how all 50 states and the District of Columbia performed on more than 250 measures related to health care quality and access to care.
NIH announces new leadership of NIMH and NICHD
The National Institutes of Health recently announced the selection of two new institute leadership appointments.
NIDDK announces sleep and diabetes-related metabolism funding opportunity
NIDDK intends to commit a total of $1.5 million in fiscal year 2017 to fund two awards and $1.5 million in fiscal year 2018 to fund 2 awards.
PSQI may be a good screening tool for insomnia in college students
A study in the August issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine suggests that the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) may be a good screening tool for insomnia in a college population.
Election news: State health care issues being voted on in November
Although our AASM election news coverage has been focusing recently on health care in the presidential race, there are several state health care measures being voted on in November that may affect your practice.
Member feedback yields valuable insight for AASM strategic planning
Earlier this summer, I invited all AASM members to complete an anonymous, online survey about both current initiatives and potential future directions for the AASM. I am grateful to all of you who took the time to provide your feedback and thoughtful input, which the Board of Directors reviewed as we began a strategic planning process in July.
Pain intensity predicts CPAP adherence in veterans with sleep apnea and comorbid pain
The results of a new study in the August issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine show that pain intensity was the only determinant of CPAP adherence among veterans with obstructive sleep apnea who were taking opioids for non-malignant pain.
Study explores management of snoring and sleep apnea in primary care setting
An Australian study in the August issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine reports that the management rate of OSA in a primary care setting tripled from 2000 to 2014.
AASM president describes why young physicians should “Choose Sleep”
In a special "Shadow Me" Q&A for AMA Wire, AASM President Dr. Ronald Chervin describes for young physicians both the realities and the unique benefits of specializing in sleep medicine.
NHTSA requests public comments on distracted and drowsy driving guideline
Earlier this week, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a request for comments on its newly published guideline addressing Distracted and Drowsy Driving.