AASM congratulates new Fellow member
The AASM is pleased to welcome Dhiren A. Shah, MD, FAASM, as a new Fellow member, which is a unique honor that recognizes special competency in sleep medicine and significant contributions to the field.
AASM updates ASV recommendations for central sleep apnea associated with heart failure
The May issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine includes updated recommendations from the AASM pertaining to the use of adaptive servo-ventilation (ASV) to treat central sleep apnea syndrome (CSAS) associated with congestive heart failure.
Now available: Download the SLEEP 2016 Final Program!
The SLEEP 2016 Final Program is now available for you to download, giving you plenty of time to plan your itinerary for the 30th Anniversary Meeting of the APSS.
AASM SleepTM adds patient self-pay feature to telemedicine system
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) announced today that AASM SleepTM, a state-of-the-art telemedicine platform for board-certified sleep medicine physicians and accredited sleep centers, now has a new patient self-pay feature that facilitates convenient, secure payments. The new functionality of AASM SleepTM is on display May 14 – 17 in the Minneapolis Convention Center at booth #2020 of ATA 2016, the annual conference and trade show of the American Telemedicine Association.
Study links short sleep duration to high blood pressure risk in adults with insomnia
Among adult volunteers meeting current diagnostic criteria for insomnia disorder, objectively measured short sleep duration increased the odds of reporting hypertension more than threefold, according to a study published in the May issue of the journal SLEEP.
Review describes new initiative to provide big data resources to the sleep field
A review in the May issue of the journal SLEEP describes the key objectives, challenges and operational solutions to addressing big data opportunities for sleep research in the context of the national sleep research agenda.
ASMF congratulates 2016 high school video contest winners
The American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF) congratulates the winners of the 2016 ASMF "Sleep Story" High School Video Contest, which gave students an opportunity to help shine a light on the effects of sleep problems.
AASM SleepTM launches secure self-pay portal
You've asked for a Patient Self-Pay solution for your telemedicine services, and AASM SleepTM has heard you loud and clear. Patient Self-Pay is now live on AASM SleepTM.
Study links sleep duration and frequent snoring to poorer breast cancer survival
A new study reports that short sleep duration combined with frequent snoring reported prior to cancer diagnosis may influence subsequent breast cancer survival.
Commentary addresses complex challenges related to sleepiness and driving
A new study published in the May issue of the journal SLEEP confirms that effective treatment of sleep apnea brings down driving risk similar to those without apnea.
Study finds cortical hyperarousal in adolescents with insomnia
A study in the May issue of the journal SLEEP is the first to show that adolescents who complain of insomnia have increased fast frequencies in the electroencephalogram while trying to fall asleep or while asleep, and these levels were highest in those with short sleep duration.
Available now: Download the SLEEP 2016 abstract supplement
Now available online is the abstract supplement for SLEEP 2016, the 30th Anniversary Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS), which will be held June 11-15 in Denver.
Register today: 4th Annual AASM PAC Gathering at SLEEP 2016
The excitement from 2016’s campaign trail comes to Denver, Colorado for the 4th Annual AASM PAC Gathering on June 12 from 6-7 PM at the Hyatt Regency Colorado Convention Center. Join the AASM PAC at SLEEP 2016 for a night of drinks, hor d’ourves and political action.
Five sessions to attend at SLEEP 2016 in Denver
With less than one month remaining to pre-register for SLEEP 2016, anticipation is building for the 30th Anniversary Meeting of the APSS, which will be held June 11-15 in Denver. Because there are so many outstanding sessions available, it can be difficult to plan your meeting itinerary. To help you get started, I’ve selected five sessions that I think you should consider attending.
Study links pre-diagnostic sleep duration to cancer survival in women
Short sleep duration combined with frequent snoring reported prior to cancer diagnosis may influence subsequent cancer survival, particularly breast cancer survival, according to a study published in the April issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
FMCSA and FRA announce schedule of sleep apnea public listening sessions
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) have announced the schedule of three public listening sessions in May to solicit information on the prevalence of moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) among individuals occupying safety sensitive positions in highway and rail transportation.
HHS issues notice of proposed rulemaking for new Medicare Quality Payment Program
This week the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a proposal to align and modernize how Medicare payments are tied to the cost and quality of patient care.
Study finds no decrease in U.S. childhood obesity prevalence
A study published in the May issue of the journal Obesity reports that there is no evidence of a decline in obesity prevalence among U.S. children and adolescents, despite substantial clinical and policy efforts targeting the issue.
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.