Veterans with Insomnia + Sleep Apnea at Higher Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Military veterans with comorbid insomnia and sleep apnea (COMISA) face a significantly greater chance of developing diabetes than those with only one condition.
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Veterans with Insomnia + Sleep Apnea at Higher Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Military veterans with comorbid insomnia and sleep apnea (COMISA) face a significantly greater chance of developing diabetes than those with only one condition.
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Women with Sleep Apnea Face Higher Symptom Burden
Clinical focus on classical sleep apnea symptoms may lead to diagnostic delays for female patients who experience more atypical symptoms.
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One-Third of US Adults Say Marijuana Improves Sleep Quality
New AASM survey data shows men and younger adults are most likely to report better sleep with marijuana use.
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[Featured Report] Overnight Pulse Oximetry
From assessing hypoxia and supplemental oxygen needs in respiratory patients to screening obstructive sleep apnea and evaluating dental sleep appliances, overnight pulse oximetry (OPO) offers noninvasive, cost-effective monitoring, as new technologies further streamline care.
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Positional Therapy Offers Long-term Benefits for Sleep Apnea
New research suggests that a side-sleeping device can lead to permanent behavioral changes, providing an alternative for patients who struggle with CPAP adherence.
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Early CPAP Nonadherence Not Predictive of Long-term Outcomes
Patients who fail to meet initial Medicare adherence thresholds for CPAP therapy often continue to benefit from therapy after one year.
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Certain Patients Benefit Most from GLP-1 for Sleep Apnea, Obesity
A subgroup of patients using the GLP-1 tirzepatide experience nearly twice the improvement in sleep apnea severity compared to other participants.
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Poor Sleep Linked to Higher Alzheimer’s Risk in Older Women
Poor sleep is associated with increased tau protein accumulation and memory issues specifically in women with a higher genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease.
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One-third of Women Experience Menopause-related Sleep Disruptions
New AASM survey data shows that more than 35% of women age 45-64 report frequent nighttime waking and night sweats caused by menopause hormonal changes.
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Sleep Apnea Pill Reduced Breathing Interruptions
A phase 3 trial found that AD109 (aroxybutynin and atomoxetine) reduced breathing interruptions and improved oxygen levels in patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
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Research Aims to Improve ICU Sleep, Reduce Delirium
Researchers at UC San Diego Health are leading a $12 million multi-site study to identify effective sleep-promotion strategies for critically ill patients.
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Global Survey: Sleep Important to Health, But Not Prioritized
A global survey of 30,000 people reveals that while sleep is recognized as a pillar of long-term health, more than half of people struggle to get consistent rest.
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Severe Narcolepsy Linked to Damage in Two Brain Regions
Degeneration in the locus coeruleus, alongside the hypothalamus, contributes to sleepiness and muscle weakness in narcolepsy type 1.
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Wearable Sleep Data Predicts Patient Engagement in Remote COPD Rehab
Sleep metrics from wrist monitors can identify which COPD patients may need more support during pulmonary rehab.
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Sleep Apnea Linked to Oxidative Stress Markers
Obstructive sleep apnea and oxidative stress share a bidirectional relationship, influencing disease progression and antioxidant responses.
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Treating Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome Improved Sleep
Obesity hypoventilation syndrome treatment improved as acetazolamide with atomoxetine reduced mean CO2 and apnea hypopnea index (AHI), raising saturation.
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Resmed Launches AirTouch F30i Fabric CPAP Mask
Resmed’s new AirTouch F30i Comfort full face CPAP mask is now available in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
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Nonin Medical Wrist-Worn Pulse Oximeter Supports Pulmonary Rehab and Sleep Screening
Nonin Medical’s WristOx2 Model 3150 offers oxygen saturation and pulse rate monitoring for patients in home and hospital settings.
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Philips Dreamwear System
Philips Dreamwear System’s new fitting technology and a modular mask frame aim to improve patient comfort and clinical efficiency in sleep therapy.
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Fractures With Age
Obstructive sleep apnea was independently associated with higher odds of nontraumatic fracture history among older adults.
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CRSwNP Patients Showed Sleep Improvements After Surgery
Sleep quality for patients with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP) improved after endoscopic surgery, showing longer REM sleep durations, according to a study published in Sleep Science.
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Irregular Circadian Rhythms Linked to Greater Dementia Risks
Dementia risk increased in patients whose circadian rhythms peaked later in the day or if the rhythms were weak and fragmented.
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FDA Clears Resmed Smart Comfort for CPAP Therapy
Smart Comfort is the first FDA-cleared Ai-enabled medical device that recommends personalized comfort settings to help people with OSA start and stay on CPAP therapy.
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Comorbid Insomnia, Sleep Apnea Tied to Worse Memory in Women
Comorbid insomnia and sleep apnea (COMISA) was significantly associated with worse verbal memory outcomes in women, but not in men.
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