Newswise Feature Channel: Sleep

Sleep Apnea Linked to Changes in the Brain

American Academy of Neurology (AAN) — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:00:00 EST

People with breathing problems during sleep may have a larger hippocampus, the area of the brain responsible for memory and thinking, according to a study published in the December 18, 2024, online issue of Neurology(r), the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. The study, which included mostly Latino people, also found that those with lower oxygen levels during sleep had changes in the deep parts of the brain, the white matter, a common finding of decreased brain health that develops with age.

Majority of People say Exercising Helps Improve Sleep

American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 21:10:29 EST

More than half (53%) of Americans say exercising helps them sleep better.

AASM Advocates for Permanent Sleep Telehealth Services to Enhance Patient Care Nationwide

American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:35:01 EST

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has issued a new position statement advocating for permanent telehealth coverage, emphasizing its essential role in providing high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals with sleep disorders.

Expert Available: Reduced Exposure to Sunlight Affects Our Circadian Rhythms and Health

Rockefeller University — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 19:25:03 EST

Experts Offer Advice to College Students, Instructors Coping with End of Semester Stress

West Virginia University — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:00:09 EST

Sacrificing Sleep During the Holiday Season

American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 16:15:43 EST

A new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine reveals that more than half of Americans (55%) say they are extremely or somewhat tired during the holiday season.

Unlocking the Science of Sleep: How Rest Enhances Language Learning

University of South Australia — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 18:55:18 EST

Sleep is critical for all sorts of reasons, but a team of international scientists has discovered a new incentive for getting eight hours of sleep every night: it helps the brain to store and learn a new language.

PCORI Commits $156 Million to New Patient-Centered Health Research Studies

Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:35:33 EST

The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) has approved funding awards totaling more than $156 million for new patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research (CER), as well as research to improve methods and strengthen the science of engagement in CER.

Pulmonary Medicine Updates Fall 2024

Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:00:47 EST

"Many of our young patients have complex medical problems in addition to sleep problems. Therefore, we are excited to have recently welcomed three new faculty members, each bringing a unique med...

Healthcare to Research: The Many Ways Genetic Counselors Help Patients and Families

Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:00:26 EST

Genetic counselors are experts in genetics and how it impacts our health and development. Learn more about who they are, what they do and how they may help you and your family....

UM School of Medicine Researchers Link Snoring to Behavioral Problems in Adolescents without Declines in Cognition

University of Maryland School of Medicine — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 15:50:41 EST

Adolescents who snore frequently were more likely to exhibit behavior problems such as inattention, rule-breaking, and aggression, but they do not have any decline in their cognitive abilities, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM).

12-Month Prospective Study Finds Improved Outcomes for Patients Receiving Fast-Acting Subperception Therapy (FAST)

American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA) — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:20:00 EST

Chronic pain patients using spinal cord stimulators experienced pain relief, improvement in disability and sleep, and reduction in opioid use with fast-acting subperception therapy (FAST). The positive findings continued over a 12-month period.

UChicago Medicine Expands in Hinsdale with New Salt Creek Clinic

University of Chicago Medical Center — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 14:00:24 EST

UChicago Medicine's current clinic on Salt Creek Lane in Hinsdale will close Nov. 21, and open across the street in a new, larger facility Dec. 2.

Daily Exposure to Intense Cold Can Improve Sleep Quality

Universite de Montreal — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:00:42 EST

A new study by UdeM's Olivier Dupuy shows that daily cryostimulation sessions in a chamber cooled to -90 deg.C can make you sleep better and feel better.

Doctors are 'Sleeping' on Discussing this Important Health Factor with Patients

American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:00:21 EST

A new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine shows that more than half (51%) of people have not discussed sleep with a health professional.

Sleep is No Light Matter for Bees

University of California San Diego — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 05:00:00 EST

Disrupted sleep cycles are a well known concern for human health and function, and now researchers have found similar impacts on insects. A new study has found that artificial light disrupts the circadian rhythms of honey bees and poses a threat to their essential role as pollinators.

Adequate Sleep Significantly Reduces the Risk of Hypertension in Adolescents, According to New Study

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:30:53 EST

Adolescents who meet the recommended guidelines of nine to 11 hours of sleep per day were shown to have a significantly lower risk of hypertension, according to a new study from UTHealth Houston.

New Study Links Liver-Brain Communication to Daily Eating Patterns

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania — Thu, 07 Nov 2024 14:00:00 EST

People who work the nightshift or odd hours and eat at irregular times are more prone to weight gain and diabetes, likely due to eating patterns not timed with natural daylight and when people typically eat. But is it possible to stave off the ill effects of eating at these "unusual" times despite it not being biologically preferable?

Mount Sinai Researchers Have Uncovered the Mechanism in the Brain That Constantly Refreshes Memory

Mount Sinai Health System — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 11:00:00 EST

Mount Sinai researchers have discovered for the first time a neural mechanism for memory integration that stretches across both time and personal experience.

Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute: Leading the Way in PM&R Innovation at AAPMR 2024

Hackensack Meridian Health — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:00:29 EST

Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, a nationally recognized leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation, is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming American Academy of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Annual Assembly (AAPMR) 2024 Annual Assembly, taking place November 6-10 in San Diego, CA.