September News 2023
September 28, 2023
Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress, and promote a healthier heart
The Philadelphia Inquirer
While some people view napping as a luxurious indulgence, others see it as a way to maintain alertness and well-being. But napping can come with drawbacks as well as benefits. Long or late afternoon naps can also interfere with nighttime sleep, resulting in overall sleep deprivation, which can have numerous negative health effects.
September 26, 2023
How does alcohol affect sleep?
CNET
Did you know that having a drink or two too close to bedtime can have a big impact on your sleep? When we drink alcohol, we can be flooded with feelings of calmness and sedation. It can get you so relaxed you may even fall asleep. But those sweet dreams don't last. Here are four ways that alcohol affects your sleep.
September 21, 2023
Study: Children with sickle cell disease at risk of severe obstructive sleep apnea
Sickle Cell Disease News
A recent article in Sickle Cell Disease News, children with sickle cell disease might be at risk for severe obstructive sleep apnea, even if they’re a normal weight, according to researchers who wrote “Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Sickle Cell Disease: Demographic and Polysomnographic Features,” published in The Laryngoscope.
September 18, 2023
Journey into Sleep
Reuters
Doctors are increasingly waking up to the idea that getting enough sleep is crucial. The American Heart Association advises physicians that asking patients how many hours they sleep is as important as checking their blood pressure, smoking status, diet and exercise habits. Reuters has created an illustrated tour, “Journey into Sleep,” of why scientists are finding that sleep matters more than we know.
September 14, 2023
Long COVID could be to blame for your sleep issues. Here are 3 tips for getting your nights back on track
FORTUNE Well
If you didn’t have sleep issues before COVID, you just might after—particularly if the virus hospitalized you. That’s according to a new study published in The Lancet, which found that sleep disturbances were common among those who had been admitted because of the disease. Find out how patients who are dealing with new-onset sleep disorders after COVID are getting help.
September 13, 2023
How AI could help with sleep issues in the future, especially sleep apnea
Sleepopolis
New research has emerged showing that patients with obstructive sleep apnea are at the forefront of new Artificial Intelligence technology. From screening and diagnosis through treatment, there are opportunities for providers and patients to collaborate and achieve better results with AI, potentially.
September 7, 2023
The best habits for those with sleep apnea
Parkview Health
Sleep apnea can range from mild to severe, based on how often breathing stops over the course of the night. For adults, breathing may stop as few as five times an hour (mild apnea) or as many as 30+ times an hour (severe apnea). Making changes to your sleep routine and adjusting your daily routine can help treat obstructive sleep apnea.
September 6, 2023
Sleep apnea in childhood could affect developing brain
US News
Teenagers with the nighttime breathing disorder sleep apnea may have brains that look a little different from their peers', a new study suggests. The study, published in the journal Sleep, suggests that OSA can lead to observable alterations in kids' brains.