Editorial describes AASM strategies to maximize sleep medicine workforce
In the June issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, an editorial by AASM Past President Dr. Nathaniel Watson describes how the AASM is addressing concerns related to the present and future supply of sleep medicine physicians.
Submit public comments on USPSTF draft recommendations for adult sleep apnea screening
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is requesting public comments on its draft recommendation statement for "Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Adults: Screening," which “concludes that the current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening for OSA in asymptomatic adults.”
NIMH requests perspectives on the state of mental illness research
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) has issued a request for information (RFI) seeking external input on the state of mental illness research and the role of NIMH in the development of this research.
Iowa Drowsy Driving Summit to tackle dangers of driver fatigue
To combat the risks of drowsy driving, the Iowa Department of Public Safety and the Governors Traffic Safety Bureau will present the Iowa Drowsy Driving Summit on Wednesday, June 29.
AASM PAC raises $5,000 at SLEEP 2016 gathering
Last week, the 4th Annual AASM PAC Gathering at SLEEP 2016 in Denver, Colorado, was a resounding success!
Research presented at SLEEP 2016 makes national news
Science writers and health reporters from both local and national media outlets provided in-depth coverage of research presented at SLEEP 2016 in Denver.
Watch the report of the 2015-2016 AASM president
Members who were unable to attend the AASM General Membership meeting at SLEEP 2016 in Denver can watch a pre-recorded video of Dr. Nathaniel Watson’s report of the 2015-2016 AASM president.
AASM publishes consensus statement for pediatric sleep durations
In the June issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine published consensus recommendations for the amount of sleep needed to promote optimal health in children and adolescents between the ages of 4 months and 18 years.
AASM seeks your input to inform strategic planning
In July the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) Board of Directors will begin an important strategic planning process to develop a 3-year road map for the organization. You can provide insight for the Board’s consideration by taking 10 minutes to complete an anonymous, online membership survey, which will ask you about both current initiatives and potential future directions for the AASM.
Adolescent sleep duration is associated with daytime mood
A new study of adolescents suggests that obtaining an insufficient amount of sleep increases variability in sadness, anger, energy and feelings of sleepiness.
Childhood abuse, parental death and divorce are linked to adult insomnia symptoms
According to a new study, child adversities, which are known to play an important role in mental and physical health, are also associated with poor sleep.
Alcohol dependent individuals show greater risk of suicide in evening hours
A new study found that there is a circadian pattern of peak and nadir in the incidence of suicides committed in alcohol dependent individuals.
NFL, NBA, and NHL teams have a disadvantage when traveling west
A new study found that the NFL, NBA and NHL teams traveling from west to east had a higher winning percentage compared to teams traveling in the opposite direction.
Sleepiness and fatigue linked to brain atrophy in cognitively normal elderly
A new study found that normal older adults who experience excessive sleepiness during the day or significant fatigue may have more brain atrophy than expected for their age, particularly in areas of the brain that are more susceptible to aging and Alzheimer's disease.
Sleep duration varies by alcohol drinking patterns, race, and sex
A new study found that alcohol-sleep relationship differed importantly by race and sex.
Video game playing negatively influences adequate sleep and bedtimes
A new study found that gamers will push off obtaining adequate sleep in order to continue video gaming.
Caffeine has little to no benefit after 3 nights of sleep restriction
A new study found that after restricting sleep to 5 hours per night, caffeine use no longer improved alertness or performance after three nights.
Chronic sleep restriction negatively affects athletic performance
A new study found that chronic sleep restriction negatively affects athletic performance.
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.