AASM invites public comment on draft clinical practice guideline for pharmacologic treatment of chronic insomnia
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is inviting public comment on a draft clinical practice guideline for the pharmacologic treatment of chronic insomnia in adults. Comments must be submitted by May 13, 2016.
New York governor announces expanded sleep apnea testing for rail workers
A sleep apnea-related train derailment in 2013 that left four dead and 59 injured has spurred new regulations for New York’s commuter train workers. Earlier this week New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and Senator Charles E. Schumer announced the expansion of a sleep apnea testing program for Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) employees.
Cast your vote by May 5 in the 2016 ASMF High School Video Contest
The American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) invites you to help select the "People's Choice" winner of the 2016 ASMF High School Video Contest.
AASM hosts successful 8th annual Young Investigators Research Forum
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine hosted the 8th Annual Young Investigators Research Forum, an intensive 3-day conference dedicated to developing the early careers of sleep researchers and clinicians.
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) to consider a revised proposal for the Dental Treatment of Sleep Disorders
On May 27, 2016, the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE) will consider a revised proposal regarding the Dental Treatment of Sleep Disorders.
On-demand patient education now available – subscribe today!
Provide patients with on-demand education to help promote understanding of their sleep disorder and improve treatment adherence. The Patient Education Fact Sheets are available as a yearly subscription to provide unlimited, year-round access to a growing library of fact sheets filled with in-depth information about specific disorders and sleep-related topics.
Study links psychological and social work factors to disturbed sleep
A study in the April issue of the journal SLEEP reports that psychological and social work factors were significantly linked to disturbed sleep and difficulties initiating sleep.
Submit input on revisions for the NIH Sleep Disorders Research Plan
The National Institutes of Health has issued a request for information (RFI) to solicit input regarding the revisions for the NIH Sleep Disorders Research Plan, which was last published in 2011 and is now undergoing revision.
AASM educates traffic safety stakeholders on dangers of drowsy driving
Making another investment into sleep safety, AASM staff and Dr. Michael Berneking, Chair of the AASM’s Sleep and Transportation Safety Awareness Task Force, traveled to Long Beach, California, to attend Lifesavers 2016 - a national conference on highway safety priorities.
Submit letter of intent by May 2 for 2016 ASMF Strategic Research Award for sleep telemedicine
The American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) has announced the 2016 Strategic Research Award, which is a focused request for applications (RFA) to study the role of telehealth/telemedicine using the AASM SleepTM platform in the evaluation and management of patients with sleep disorders.
Study links disturbed sleep to higher prevalence of depression
A study in the April issue of the journal SLEEP found that sleep disturbances are associated with depression among middle-aged and older adults.
Daytime hyperarousal is a strong determinant of prescription sleep aid use
A study of people with insomnia disorder suggests that daytime hyperarousal is more reliable than nocturnal sleep disturbance as a predictor of prescription sleep aid use, according to results published in the April issue of SLEEP.
CDC analysis links short sleep duration to risky behaviors among high school students
A new CDC report shows that high school students who reported sleeping 7 hours or less on school nights had a higher likelihood of several injury-related risk behaviors.
Oklahoma Health Care Authority eliminates sleep testing and PAP coverage for Medicaid adults
During the March 24 meeting of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), its Board decided to eliminate coverage of sleep studies and PAP treatment for adults 21 and older who are insured by Medicaid.
Learn more about telemedicine by following AASM SleepTM on Facebook and Twitter
Follow AASM SleepTM on Facebook and Twitter for all of the latest news and breaking developments related to telemedicine.
Last chance to volunteer by April 29 for new OSA Assessment Tools Task Force
The AASM is requesting volunteers to serve on the new OSA Assessment Tools Task Force, which will evaluate current screening assessment and evaluation tools for OSA to determine if they are reliable and effective and make recommendations regarding the development of additional screening assessment tools.
Study compares actigraphy with Jawbone UP and a sleep tracking app
An Australian study in the March issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine compared two commercial sleep devices - an accelerometer worn as a wristband (UP by Jawbone) and a smartphone application (MotionX 24/7) - against polysomnography (PSG) and actigraphy (Actiwatch2) in a clinical pediatric sample.
Registration is now open for the 2016 National Sleep Medicine Course
Remember the Alamo...and register for the National Sleep Medicine Course! Mosey on down to the Lone Star State for the 2016 National Sleep Medicine Course presented by the AASM in San Antonio, Texas, Sept. 16-18, 2016.
ABIM invites physicians to participate in open book assessment study
The American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) is seeking physicians who have passed the Internal Medicine Certification exam or have taken the Internal Medicine MOC exam within the last five years to participate in a study examining ways ABIM diplomates might have access to online resources during a portion of the MOC assessment.
Member Benefit Reminder: MOC Modules FREE to Members
As a reminder, the AASM Maintenance of Certification modules are offered free to members boarded under the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
Use the new web and social media badges to spread the word about SLEEP 2016
Encourage colleagues to join you at SLEEP 2016 in Denver and help spread the word about the meeting online and on social media by using the new attendee badges.
Updated AASM scoring manual launches online on Friday, April 1
The AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events, Version 2.3 will be released online on Friday, April 1, 2016. All subscribers will have immediate digital access to Version 2.3, which includes several important changes.
AASM SleepTM helps you stay on the cutting edge of health care delivery
A majority of health care professionals say telemedicine is now a high priority for their organizations and is already providing a measurable return on investment (ROI), according to recent survey results reported by eWeek. Your sleep medicine practice can stay at the forefront of health care innovation with AASM SleepTM.
Review provides background for new scoring rules for sleep in infants
An evidence-based review in the March issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine summarizes the background information that was foundational for the recent development of rules, terminology, and technical specifications for scoring sleep/wake states in full-term infants from birth to 2 months of age.
Study suggests that narcolepsy has adverse impact on mental health and quality of life
A study in the March issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine suggests that a narcolepsy diagnosis is associated with a serious and costly impact on a range of patient outcomes.