Recharge with sleep: Pediatric sleep recommendations promoting optimal health
For the first time, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has released official consensus recommendations for the amount of sleep needed to promote optimal health in children and teenagers to avoid the health risks of insufficient sleep.
American Academy of Sleep Medicine names Dr. Ronald Chervin president
University of Michigan sleep specialist Ronald Chervin, MD, MS, became the 31st president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) board of directors on June 13.
Track SLEEP 2016 Twitter influencers with #SLEEPDenver dashboard
Visit the #SLEEPDenver dashboard to monitor the SLEEP 2016 conversation on Twitter and identify the top social media influencers.
FDA clears new cooling therapy for insomnia
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted commercial clearance for the Cerêve Sleep System, a prescription device that reduces latency to Stage 1 and Stage 2 sleep for people with insomnia, according to a company press release.
Visit the AASM Learning Lounge at SLEEP 2016 for hot topic discussions
Visit the AASM Learning Lounge on the SLEEP 2016 exhibit hall floor from Monday, June 13, through Wednesday, June 15, to gather with colleagues from across the country for moderated discussions on topics of common interest.
AASM submits comments to federal agencies on sleep apnea policies for CMV drivers and train engineers
In March the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) announced that the agencies were seeking public input on the impacts of screening, evaluating and treating rail workers and commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This week the AASM submitted a response to the FMCSA and FRA proposal.
Individuals exposed to blue wavelength lights experienced faster reaction times
A new study found that blue wavelength light exposure led to subsequent increases in brain activity in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) and the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (VLPFC) when participants were engaging in a cognitive task after cessation of light exposure.
Study shows strong prevalence of insomnia symptoms among female veterans
A new study sheds light on the prevalence of insomnia symptoms among female veterans.
Study of police officers finds fatigue impacts tactical social interaction
A new study found that fatigue associated with shift work influences how officers interact day-to-day during encounters with the public, which can either build or erode trust in the police.
Study shows sleep disturbances common among military spouses
A new study found that spouses of military service members experience significant sleep problems, which can impact their health and psychosocial functioning.
Study links late sleep timing to poorer diet quality and lower physical activity
A new study suggests that among healthy adults with a habitual sleep duration of at least 6.5 hours, late sleep timing was associated with higher fast food consumption and lower vegetable intake, particularly among men, as well as lower physical activity.
Colorado proclaims Healthy Sleep Awareness Week during 2016 SLEEP conference
Colorado governor John Hickenlooper has proclaimed that the state of Colorado will recognize Healthy Sleep Awareness Week from June 12-18. During that week, more than 5,000 sleep medicine physicians, sleep researchers and allied health professionals from around the world will gather in Denver for SLEEP 2016, the 30th anniversary meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC (APSS).
Study shows that daily inspiratory muscle training improves blood pressure in adults with sleep apnea
A study in the June issue of SLEEP shows that 5 minutes per day of inspiratory muscle training improves sleep and reduces blood pressure and plasma catecholamines in adults with obstructive sleep apnea.
Review finds that people with sleep apnea have higher risk of work accidents
Workers with obstructive sleep apnea have a nearly doubled risk of having an accident at work, according to the first systematic review and meta-analysis of studies about the relationship between OSA and work accidents.
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners to consider a revised proposal for the dental treatment of sleep disorders
Today the AASM is attending the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) meeting, during which the Board will consider a revised proposal regarding the Dental Treatment of Sleep Disorders.
Editorial by AASM member in Oklahoma addresses cuts to sleep medicine services
An editorial in the Stillwater News Press by AASM member Dr. Vikas Jain warns that Oklahoma’s recent cuts to coverage of sleep services for adult Medicaid patients will lead to increased medical expenses over time by making it impossible to diagnose and effectively treat Medicaid patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
Participate in a live ISR Gold Standard Record Review at AASM Learning Lounge
SLEEP 2016 attendees are invited to the AASM Learning Lounge to observe members of the Inter-scorer Reliability (ISR) gold standard panel as they review and discuss a record without an answer key.
Download the official SLEEP 2016 app for complete meeting info
All SLEEP 2016 attendees are encouraged to download the official SLEEP 2016 meeting app for your iPhone, iPad or Android device.
New committee engages payers on sleep medicine policies
The AASM has appointed an Insurance Policy Review Committee to implement a more systematic approach to tracking insurer policies and challenging their shortcomings.
American Academy of Sleep Medicine announces 2016 award recipients
Today the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) announced the recipients of the 2016 AASM awards, which will be presented on Monday, June 13, during the plenary session of the SLEEP 2016 Anniversary Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC (APSS) in Denver.
US military members who report poor sleep were less resilient in recent study
A new study found that military service members who reported insomnia symptoms or short sleep durations were less resilient than members who reported healthy sleep hygiene. Several physical and mental variables were evaluated as indices of resilience. These variables were, self-rated general health, lost workdays, deployment, completion of service term, and health care utilization.
National Toxicology Program posts materials from shift work and circadian disruption workshop
Meeting materials and video presentations from the National Toxicology Program (NTP) workshop, “Shift Work at Night, Artificial Light at Night, and Circadian Disruption,” have been posted online for public access.
Loneliness may explain the link between insomnia and suicidal thoughts
Based on the premise that insomnia can be lonely, a new study from South Korea found that thwarted belongingness significantly accounted for the relationship between insomnia severity and suicidal ideation.
Rule to reduce professional driver fatigue proposed in New York
Earlier this week, New York Mayor Bill de Blasio and Taxi and Limousine Commissioner Meera Joshi announced a proposed rule to address professional driver fatigue following the culmination of an extensive review of the science and best practices.
Crowd-sourcing platform engages the public in health research
WellSpringboard, in partnership with the Michigan Institute for Clinical and Health Research, is a crowd-sourcing and crowd-funding platform that engages the public in sharing their health research ideas. One matched proposal currently in the crowd-funding stage would examine whether or not people with sleep apnea who use CPAP therapy get more breathing-related infections.