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Awards recognize outstanding contributions to the field of sleep medicine DARIEN, IL – Five individuals have been selected as the 2026 American Academy of Sleep Medicine award recipients for their outstanding contributions to the field of sleep medicine. They will be recognized Monday, [...]
Fellow standing recognizes outstanding contributions to the field of sleep medicine DARIEN, IL – The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates the 42 members who constitute the 2026 Fellows of the AASM. Fellow standing recognizes outstanding contributions to sleep medicine, significant [...]
Many Americans wind down their day with a scroll through the latest headlines, and that nightly habit may be taking a toll on their rest. According to a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, over one-third (38%) of adults say [...]
DARIEN, IL — Americans are preparing to “spring forward” on Sunday, March 8, despite evidence that seasonal time changes and living on daylight saving time negatively impact human health and safety. While political discourse continues, data show the majority of Americans (54%) are ready [...]
The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine is now publishing under the Springer Nature imprint, marking a new chapter for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s clinical journal and the latest step in a 20-year evolution. The partnership places JCSM within Springer Nature’s global [...]
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is excited to kick off the 2026 AASM “Sleep for Success” High School Video Contest. This annual event invites teens to get creative, share their voice, and help others understand why sleep matters. It’s a fun way [...]
Between embracing sleep tracking devices and buying the latest technology, Americans are investing in sleep. According to a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, nearly half of adults (48%) have used a sleep tracking device — such as a smartwatch [...]
As the new year approaches, many Americans are setting fresh intentions to eat better and move more — and new data show those habits may deliver an unexpected bonus: better sleep. According to a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, [...]
Social media trends have become increasingly influential – even changing bedtime routines and sleep habits for many Americans. According to a 2025 survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 56% of U.S. adults have tried one of this year’s viral social media [...]
DARIEN, IL — New research among older adults with sleep apnea reveals that verbal memory performance is significantly worse in women — but not in men — who also have insomnia. Results show that older adults with comorbid insomnia and sleep apnea — [...]