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Researchers Find Higher Risk of Insomnia With Undiagnosed Asthma

November 10th 2024

Based on their findings, the researchers suggest a potential need for screening for coexisting sleep disorder symptoms in patients with respiratory symptoms.

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Novel Orexin 2 Receptor Agonist Shows Promise for Management of Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia

November 7th 2024

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Pregnancy-Related Insomnia: Music and Sleep Hygiene Interventions Offer Effective Relief

October 25th 2024

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Patients With Psoriasis Face Increased Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Study Finds

October 17th 2024

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Zinc's Link to Sleep Quality Remains Unclear, Further Studies Needed

October 8th 2024

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November 21st 2024

Assessing the Treatment Landscape for Multiple Sclerosis to Better Individualize Care

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November 21st 2024

Exploring Transthyretin-Mediated Amyloidosis and Its Phenotypes: A Comprehensive Approach to Patient Treatment

1.5 Credits / Cardiology, Neurology, Rare Diseases
November 21st 2024

The Role of the Specialty Pharmacist in Optimizing Treatment for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: The Impact of Early Intervention, Patient-Centered Care, and Disease-Modifying Therapies in Slowing Disease Progression

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November 21st 2024

Advancing Targeted Therapies Aimed at Smoldering Disease in Multiple Sclerosis

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November 21st 2024

The Economics of Transthyretin-Mediated Amyloidosis: Balancing Equity and Access in Resource Allocation

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November 21st 2024

Managing Patients With COPD: Evidence-Based Care and Optimizing Value of New and Emerging Targeted Therapies

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Increased Screen Time Associated With Higher BMI, Less Sleep in Adolescent Girls
March 13th 2021

Increased Screen Time Associated With Higher BMI, Less Sleep in Adolescent Girls

Matthew Gavidia
Screen usage among adolescent girls was associated with shorter weekday sleep and time in bed, as well as higher body mass index compared with girls reporting no screen time. Nearly two-thirds of girls also reported use of more than 1 screen at a time after school, in the evenings, and on weekends.
Review Discusses Lifestyle Changes to Improve Severity of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
March 11th 2021

Review Discusses Lifestyle Changes to Improve Severity of Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Matthew Gavidia
Researchers discuss lifestyle interventions associated with improved outcomes in patients with obstructive sleep apnea, including weight management and alcohol and smoking cessation.
Long-term CPAP Use Linked With Improved Sleepiness, Depressive Symptoms in Patients With OSA
March 4th 2021

Long-term CPAP Use Linked With Improved Sleepiness, Depressive Symptoms in Patients With OSA

Matthew Gavidia
Patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) exhibited improvements in sleepiness, depressive, and anxiety symptoms after 3 years of continuous positive airway pressure therapy (CPAP) use, although higher adherence to CPAP was linked with weight gain.
Irregular Sleep Schedule Linked With Depression, Worse Mood
March 2nd 2021

Irregular Sleep Schedule Linked With Depression, Worse Mood

Matthew Gavidia
An irregular sleeping schedule is associated with a greater risk of depression in the long term, with consequences similar to results seen among persons who sleep fewer hours overall or stay up late most nights.
Telephone CBT-I Shown to Improve Sleep, Fatigue in Older Adults With Osteoarthritis Pain
February 26th 2021

Telephone CBT-I Shown to Improve Sleep, Fatigue in Older Adults With Osteoarthritis Pain

Matthew Gavidia
Patients with osteoarthritis-related pain were shown to benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) via telephone, in which the treatment significantly improved sleep and fatigue after 12 months, with pain temporarily relieved as well.
OSA Linked With Increase in Heart Rhythm Disorder Incidence, Adverse Outcomes
February 22nd 2021

OSA Linked With Increase in Heart Rhythm Disorder Incidence, Adverse Outcomes

Matthew Gavidia
Elderly patients who recently had a heart attack and fit the criteria for obstructive sleep apnea were shown to be at greater risk for heart rhythm disorders, such as arrhythmia and coronary artery disease, as well as for major adverse cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events.
Five Hours or Less of Sleep Associated With Increased Risk of Dementia, Death in Older Adults
February 19th 2021

Five Hours or Less of Sleep Associated With Increased Risk of Dementia, Death in Older Adults

Matthew Gavidia
Older adults who reported getting 5 hours or less of sleep per night exhibited a more than 2-fold increased risk of dementia than those who reported 7 to 8 hours of sleep, with sleep disturbance and deficiency additionally linked with overall risk of death.
Jazz Pharmaceuticals Submits Supplemental NDA for Xywav in Idiopathic Hypersomnia
February 16th 2021

Jazz Pharmaceuticals Submits Supplemental NDA for Xywav in Idiopathic Hypersomnia

Matthew Gavidia
Based on positive phase 3 results in adults with idiopathic hypersomnia, Jazz Pharmaceuticals submitted a supplemental new drug application (NDA) to the FDA for Xywav (calcium, magnesium, potassium, and sodium oxybates) oral solution.
Polysomnography May Help Prevent Unnecessary Surgery in Children With Sleep-Disordered Breathing
February 13th 2021

Polysomnography May Help Prevent Unnecessary Surgery in Children With Sleep-Disordered Breathing

Matthew Gavidia
Nearly 45% of children who underwent diagnostic polysomnography (PSG) for obstructive sleep-disordered breathing were found to have normal sleep studies, warranting greater consideration of PSG to manage adverse sleep symptoms in children and potentially prevent unnecessary surgery.
FDA Clears First Daytime Treatment Device for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
February 10th 2021

FDA Clears First Daytime Treatment Device for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Matthew Gavidia
The FDA approved a prescription tongue muscle stimulation device that claims to reduce mild sleep apnea and snoring in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
Job Stressors Linked With Mental Health Issues, Sleep Difficulty in Nurses Amid Pandemic
February 8th 2021

Job Stressors Linked With Mental Health Issues, Sleep Difficulty in Nurses Amid Pandemic

Matthew Gavidia
Occupational stressors in nurses working during the peak of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic in China were found to be significantly correlated with mental health and sleep difficulty.
Housing Insecurity Linked With Lower Sleep Duration, Quality
February 1st 2021

Housing Insecurity Linked With Lower Sleep Duration, Quality

Matthew Gavidia
Welfare recipients who were unable to meet their rent or mortgage payments were more likely to have impaired sleep duration and sleep quality, with those forced to move exhibiting more severe impairment.
CPAP Therapy Improved Depressive, Cognitive Symptoms, Case Report Says
January 30th 2021

CPAP Therapy Improved Depressive, Cognitive Symptoms, Case Report Says

Matthew Gavidia
Researchers find that a patient with depressive symptoms and cognitive impairment who did not respond to prior antidepressant medication showed marked improvement through continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy after being diagnosed with underlying severe obstructive sleep apnea.
Pandemic Linked With Increase in Nocturnal Sleep Time, Daytime Napping in Patients With Narcolepsy Type 1
January 25th 2021

Pandemic Linked With Increase in Nocturnal Sleep Time, Daytime Napping in Patients With Narcolepsy Type 1

Matthew Gavidia
Patients with narcolepsy type 1 who are working or studying from home amid the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic exhibited an increase in nocturnal sleep time and reduced daytime sleepiness. These patients also presented with significant weight gain.
How CPAP Masks Impact Adherence, Sleepiness in Long-Term Users
January 23rd 2021

How CPAP Masks Impact Adherence, Sleepiness in Long-Term Users

Matthew Gavidia
Among patients with long-term usage of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy, several mask-related adverse effects were associated with CPAP nonadherence and residual excessive sleepiness.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked With Higher Risk of COVID-19 Hospitalization, Complications
January 18th 2021

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked With Higher Risk of COVID-19 Hospitalization, Complications

Matthew Gavidia
Obstructive sleep apnea was identified as an independent risk factor for severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) resulting in hospitalization.
Krishna Sundar, MD, University of Utah
January 16th 2021

Dr Krishna Sundar: Airway Collapse, Upper Airway Trauma Contribute to the Co-occurrence of Chronic Cough, Sleep Apnea

There is a greater prevalence of acid reflux disease in patients with both of these conditions, and treating the sleep apnea in turn may improve the acid reflux, which then may improve the cough, stated Krishna M. Sundar, MD, clinical professor, Pulmonary Division, Department of Medicine, and medical director, Sleep-Wake Center, University of Utah.
Woman curled up on mattress
January 13th 2021

Sleep Difficulties, Muscle Weakness May Persist 6 Months After COVID-19

Matthew Gavidia
Among patients hospitalized with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Wuhan, China, fatigue and muscle weakness, as well as sleep difficulties, were shown to persist in more than 1 in 4 patients after 6 months.
Patient with insomnia
January 9th 2021

Sleep Disorders Prominent Among Patients With COPD

Matthew Gavidia
Among patients who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the pathophysiology for disturbed sleep consists of physiological changes, ventilatory disturbances, and inflammation.
New AASM Guidelines Support Behavioral, Psychological Treatments for Insomnia
January 5th 2021

New AASM Guidelines Support Behavioral, Psychological Treatments for Insomnia

Matthew Gavidia
In recent clinical practice guidelines issued by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), authors established recommendations for the use of behavioral and psychological treatments for chronic insomnia disorder in adults.
Top 5 Most-Read Sleep Articles of 2020
December 30th 2020

Top 5 Most-Read Sleep Articles of 2020

Matthew Gavidia
The top 5 most-read sleep stories of 2020 on AJMC.com spotlighted the role of sleep hygiene among children and adolescents, changes in sleeping habits amid the pandemic, and how a rare gene mutation may cause people to require less sleep to achieve wakefulness.
Understanding the Relationship Between Sleep Apnea, Atrial Fibrillation
December 28th 2020

Understanding the Relationship Between Sleep Apnea, Atrial Fibrillation

Matthew Gavidia
Researchers discuss recent insights on the relationship between sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and atrial fibrillation (AF), particularly how proper SDB management can reduce the incidence, burden, and recurrence of AF.
Contributor: Coping With Insomnia During COVID-19
December 18th 2020

Contributor: Coping With Insomnia During COVID-19

Manoj Malhotra, MD
Dr Susan Millard on Assessment, Treatment Process of Pediatric OSA
December 16th 2020

Dr Susan Millard on Assessment, Treatment Process of Pediatric OSA

There are several signs characteristic of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children and adolescents, but a sleep study interpreted according to pediatric standards is the only way to properly diagnose conditions such as sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, or primary snoring in these populations.
How Do Anxiety, Depression Affect Severity of Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
December 12th 2020

How Do Anxiety, Depression Affect Severity of Obstructive Sleep Apnea?

Matthew Gavidia
Among patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the presence of anxiety was shown to have an inverse relationship with the severity of OSA, whereas symptoms of depression did not exhibit a similar relationship.
Krishna Sundar, MD, University of Utah
December 9th 2020

Dr Krishna Sundar: Several New Treatments Are Emerging for Sleep Apneas

New devices can help to manage sleep apneas, but underlying conditions must be treated, too, noted Krishna M. Sundar, MD, clinical professor, Pulmonary Division, Department of Medicine, medical director, Sleep-Wake Center, University of Utah.
How Hand Grip Strength, Body Composition May Influence Health of Patients With OSA
December 4th 2020

How Hand Grip Strength, Body Composition May Influence Health of Patients With OSA

Matthew Gavidia
Among patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), reduced dominant hand grip strength was found to correlate with lower oxygen nadir and increased apnea duration, with fat mass also consistently associated with worsening OSA indices.
Assessing Presentation of Narcolepsy Worldwide
November 30th 2020

Assessing Presentation of Narcolepsy Worldwide

Matthew Gavidia
Incidence and prevalence rates of narcolepsy were assessed in a meta-review of 30 countries, with a trend of underreporting found in ethnic/race and gender minorities, childhood narcolepsy type 2, and among patients with comorbid conditions.
Krishna Sundar, MD, University of Utah
November 27th 2020

Dr Krishna Sundar: Obstructive Sleep Apnea Can Lead to Central Sleep Apnea and Vice Versa

Intermittent hypoxia sensitizes control centers in the brain, noted Krishna M. Sundar, MD, clinical professor, Pulmonary Division, Department of Medicine, and medical director, Sleep-Wake Center, University of Utah.
Later School Start Times, Extended Sleep Linked With Lower Migraine Frequency in Teens
November 25th 2020

Later School Start Times, Extended Sleep Linked With Lower Migraine Frequency in Teens

Matthew Gavidia
Teens with migraines attending high schools starting before 8:30 am were found to experience an average 7.7 headache days per month, nearly 3 more headache days than those with later school start times, according to study findings published today.
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