AASM past president attends FMCSA meeting about sleep apnea among CMV drivers
Earlier this week, AASM Past President Dr. Nathaniel Watson represented the AASM at a public meeting of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Medical Review Board (MRB).
AASM accreditation attestation form is now available online
Now available on the AASM website is the 2016 AASM Standards for Accreditation Attestation, which you can submit to show compliance with the recently updated Standards for Accreditation of sleep facilities and independent sleep practices.
AASM invites public comment on draft guideline for diagnostic testing for adult obstructive sleep apnea
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is inviting public comment on a draft clinical practice guideline for the diagnostic testing of obstructive sleep apnea in adults.
Encourage your legislators to support graduate medical education bills
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine encourages members to contact your U.S. representatives and senators, urging them to co-sponsor federal legislation that has been introduced to increase support for graduate medical education (GME).
Compare the health care platforms of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump
To help members evaluate the campaign proposals of the two U.S. presidential candidates, the AASM has compiled a summary of the health care platforms of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump.
Editorial describes importance of reports on economic impact of sleep apnea
An editorial by AASM Immediate Past President Dr. Nathaniel Watson describes the rationale for the new reports commissioned by the AASM to analyze the economic impact of obstructive sleep apnea and the experience of adult sleep apnea patients in the U.S.
AASM publishes quality measure for sleep apnea screening in primary care
As part of the National Healthy Sleep Awareness Project, the AASM and its partners have developed a quality measure that can be used in primary care environments to determine if appropriate risk assessment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is being performed.
Prolonged eyelid closures spiked after 17 hours of sleep deprivation in professional drivers
The frequency and duration of episodes of prolonged eyelid closure increases during acute sleep deprivation, with very prolonged episodes after 17 hours awake, according to a study in the August issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
Oral appliance therapy can be effective treatment option for positional sleep apnea
A study in the August issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine reports that a mandibular advancement device (MAD) can be as successful as continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy for patients with positional obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Health care: The challenge of turning a platform into law
The chances that either Clinton or Trump’s health care platform becomes law will depend on a number of variables, one of which includes the results of the upcoming Senate and House elections.
NTSB identifies fatigue as probable cause of three fishing vessel accidents
Earlier this week, the National Transportation Safety Board released “Safer Seas Digest 2015,” which describes the 29 marine accidents that the NTSB investigated in 2015.
FMCSA Medical Review Board to make recommendations about sleep apnea among CMV drivers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Medical Review Board (MRB) will have a public meeting on Aug. 22-23, 2016, to address the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) issued by the FMCSA and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) on safety-sensitive rail and commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Health care is among worst industries in Gallup poll of public perception
Health care is among the three industries that received negative ratings from more than half of the public in the latest edition of an annual Gallup poll, with health care ranking ahead of only the pharmaceutical industry and the federal government.
Sleep is key to help teens recharge for success this school year
For most teens, back to school time means stocking up on school supplies, picking out new clothes and finalizing class schedules. But one of the best ways they can prepare for success this school year is to commit to getting enough sleep. As students head back to school, the National Healthy Sleep Awareness Project is launching the “Sleep Recharges You” campaign, urging teens to get eight to 10 hours of sleep per night to promote optimal health.
Influence of alcohol on driving risk is higher at times when pressure to sleep rises
Even low levels of alcohol concentration significantly increase the risk of traffic accidents during time periods associated with high levels of sleep propensity, according to a study in the July issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
Study finds high rate of sleep problems among veterans in weight loss program
A study in the July issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine suggests that sleep difficulties are common among veterans referred to a weight loss program at a Veterans Affairs Hospital.
Grant opportunities explore surgical disparities research
Application submissions will be accepted beginning Oct. 4, 2016.
NHLBI includes sleep and circadian research priorities in new Strategic Vision
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) has released the final version of its new Strategic Vision, which will shape its scientific research priorities and guide future funding strategies over the next decade.
Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) report focuses on dangers of drowsy driving
Earlier this week, the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) issued the report, "Wake Up Call! Understanding Drowsy Driving and What States Can Do."
Economic burden of undiagnosed sleep apnea in U.S. is nearly $150B per year
Today the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) released a new analysis, titled “Hidden health crisis costing America billions,” that reveals the staggering cost of undiagnosed obstructive sleep apnea.
Study finds high interest in nightmares among sleep center patients
About 20 percent of sleep center patients indicated an interest in more information about nightmares and nightmare therapy, reports a study in the July issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
Study examines family influence on pediatric adherence to sleep apnea treatment
Having a family member on positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy was associated with better treatment adherence among children with obstructive sleep apnea, according to a study in the July issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
Healthcare platforms of the presidential candidates in the 2016 U.S. election
This side-by-side comparison addresses issues that most affect your sleep practice.
Study evaluates home snoring analysis to screen patients for sleep apnea
There is a strong positive correlation between periodic snoring and apnea-hypopnea index, suggests a study in the July issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
Study examines whole body vibration for treatment of restless legs
A study in the July issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine shows that whole body vibration significantly decreased symptoms associated with restless legs syndrome.