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Updates for the news media including new research findings and official AASM statements
DARIEN, IL – The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates the three students selected as the winners of the 2024 AASM “Sleep for Success” High School Video Contest. The contest focused on helping teens understand why sleep is important to their success either in school, [...]
As we eagerly anticipate the upcoming solar eclipse scheduled for April 8, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine reminds Americans of the important role light plays in our day-to-day lives. From the brightness of the morning sun to the comfort of soft lighting in [...]
DARIEN, IL – The risk of increased health care utilization among children with a chronic medical condition is higher for those who also have a sleep disorder, according to a new study that examined Medicaid claims data. The study found that among children [...]
DARIEN, IL – The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates Philips RS North America LLC, which has earned stage-specific autoscoring software certification from the AASM. Its software, Sleepware G3 with Somnolyzer v4.0.2.0, is the first to be certified through the pilot program, which [...]
DARIEN, IL – Medical malpractice incidents are more severe during the months of the year when daylight saving time is observed in the U.S., according to a new study that examined three decades of malpractice claims. Results show that both medical malpractice incident [...]
DARIEN, IL – The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates the 39 members who constitute the 2024 Fellows of the AASM. Fellow standing recognizes outstanding contributions to sleep medicine, significant achievements in the field, and dedicated membership in the AASM. Applicants must have maintained [...]
DARIEN, IL – With spring quickly approaching, many in the U.S. are preparing to “spring forward” with the start of daylight saving time on Sunday, March 10. Though the loss of an hour of sleep can seem insignificant, mounting evidence reveals the dangerous and [...]
DARIEN, IL — Submissions are now being accepted for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s 2024 “Sleep for Success” High School Video Contest. Entrants will compete for a cash prize and raise awareness about the importance of sleep for teens and how proper sleep [...]
Noise and light are common disruptors to the sleep of Americans. According to a survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, more than one-third of Americans always or often experience disrupted sleep due to outside noise (36%), indoor lights (35%) and outdoor lights (33%). [...]
As the countdown to the New Year begins, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about fresh starts and new habits, like reducing digital disruptions before bedtime. A recent survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that 91% of individuals reported they have lost [...]