VA/DoD Provides Screening Algorithm, Management Pathway for Insomnia and OSA
The VA/DoD clinical practice guideline offers a paradigm shift for treating veterans with chronic insomnia or obstructive sleep apnea.
Sleep Disorders
Lack of Knowledge on Idiopathic Hypersomnia Often Leads to Misdiagnosis
A survey of health care providers found a lack of knowledge on idiopathic hypersomnia (IH) among physicians, and that the disorder is often misdiagnosed. We spoke with Richard Bogan, MD, FCCP, FAASM, associate clinical professor at the University of the South Carolina School of Medicine about IH and criteria for diagnosing this sleep disorder.
Solriamfetol Improves Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Solriamfetol, a dopamine-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, improves excessive daytime sleepiness in OSA regardless of primary OSA therapy adherence.
The Bidirectional Relationship of Sleep and Epilepsy: More Research Needed
While there has recently been a surge in research regarding the complex relationship between sleep and epilepsy, there still remain gaps in knowledge that must be addressed.
More Social and Cognitive Activity Means Fewer Insomnia Symptoms in Older Adults
This cross-sectional study of data from the Health and Retirement Study examines the relationships among different types of activities and insomnia symptoms in older adults in the United States.
Traumatic Brain Injury May Increase Risk for Sleep Disorder
Veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI) are at increased risk for developing sleep disorders, according to a recent study.
Untreated Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to More Influenza Hospitalizations
There may be increased hospitalization risk from influenza infection in patients with obstructive sleep apnea who do not use continuous positive airway pressure.
Treatment Improves Chronic Pain Outcomes Associated With Poor Sleep
A systematic scoping review examines the literature about the influence of sleep disorders and disturbance on pain outcomes among US veterans with chronic nonmalignant pain.
Novel Rx Device for Sleep Apnea, Snoring Gets FDA Approval
The eXciteOSA device is used while the individual is awake and provides electrical muscle stimulation through a mouthpiece that sits around the tongue.
Dancing, Stretching, and Anything but Sitting Still: Benefits of Exercise for Older Adults
Deborah Dunn, EdD, MSN, GNP-BC, ACNS-BC, GS-C, highlights recent findings that underscore the benefits of reducing sedentary time for older adults.
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