Sleep Disorders

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    Google News: Sleep Disorders

  • Man Acquitted Of Killing Wife During Nightmare - HULIQ

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:19 pm
    BBC NewsMan Acquitted Of Killing Wife During NightmareHULIQBrian Thomas suffered from a long-term sleep disorder and experts said he was in a state of automatism, where his mind had no control over his bod, 'Unique case' of the dream killerBBC NewsMan who killed wife in sleep 'should go free'Shift Work Disorder NewsMan who killed his wife while sleeping goes freeIndependentThis is London -NEWS.com.au -Metroall 305 news articles »

  • Sleep Apnea in Kidney Transplant Patients Assessed Prevalence similar in those ... - ModernMedicine

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:10 pm
    ModernMedicineSleep Apnea in Kidney Transplant Patients Assessed Prevalence similar in those ModernMedicineParticipants underwent one-night polysomnography as part of the SLeep disorders Evaluation in Patients after kidney Transplantation (SLEPT) Study. Sleep apnea ups heart disease risk in kidney transplant patientsTimes of IndiaKidney Transplant, Sleep Disorder May Add Up to TroubleU.S. News & World ReportSleep Apnea Raises BP for Kidney Transplant PatientsMedPage TodayShift Work Disorder News -DG Newsall 23 news articles »

  • Good night's sleep means a healthier you - NewOrleans.Com

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:41 am
    Good night's sleep means a healthier youNewOrleans.ComWithout proper sleep, this effects brain behavior and weakens our immune systems. If you have any of these symptoms, you may have a sleep disorder.

  • New technology to investigate sleep disorders developed - News-Medical.net

    19 Nov 2009 | 8:10 pm
    New technology to investigate sleep disorders developedNews-Medical.netBy utilizing this technology, researchers from Tampere University of Technology and the University of Helsinki have investigated sleep disorders and further

  • Profit from sleep disorder products - Newstalk ZB

    18 Nov 2009 | 3:05 pm
    New Zealand HeraldProfit from sleep disorder productsNewstalk ZBSleep disorders have helped Fisher and Paykel Healthcare post a 31 percent rise in half year net profit to $37 million. The company says the result is due NZ's Fisher & Paykel Healthcare H1 profit up 31 pctReutersF&P Healthcare reports 31% increase in net profitTopNews New ZealandUPDATE 1-NZ's F&P Healthcare H1 profit at record highReutersall 66 news articles »
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  • Shurin Named NHLBI Acting Director

    Matthew
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:11 pm
    National Institutes of Health Director Francis Collins has named Dr. Susan Shurin the acting director of the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, according to an e-mail from former director... Visit http://www.sleepfoundation.org for more!

  • Is Depression as Dangerous as Smoking?

    Matthew
    17 Nov 2009 | 9:24 am
    Research suggests that people with insomnia have a ten-fold risk of developing depression compared with those who sleep well. Now a new study by researchers at King's College London has found that... Visit http://www.sleepfoundation.org for more!

  • Identifying Invisible Sleep Stealers

    Matthew
    16 Nov 2009 | 1:34 pm
    More often than not, you have a pretty good idea of what is keeping you awake at night — from the cat scratching at your bedroom door to the snoring partner next to you. But not all "sleep... Visit http://www.sleepfoundation.org for more!

  • Study Finds Seals Sometimes Sleep on Ocean Floor

    Matthew
    13 Nov 2009 | 9:11 am
    If you think your sleeping environment isn't perfect, try the bottom of the ocean. A recent study in the journal Biology Letters found that elephant seals while migrating from their breeding colonies... Visit http://www.sleepfoundation.org for more!

  • Get a Good Night's Sleep for Healthier Skin

    Matthew
    9 Nov 2009 | 2:07 pm
    Sleep affects how we look, feel and perform on a daily basis and can have a major impact on our overall quality of life. When your body doesn't get the rest it needs, it will let you know —... Visit http://www.sleepfoundation.org for more!
 
 
 
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    MedWorm: Sleep Disorders

  • Prevalence of insomnia symptoms in sleep laboratory patients with and without sleep apnea

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    Abstract: We used the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) to evaluate the prevalence and distribution of insomnia symptoms in 100 adult patients referred for laboratory evaluation of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Sixty-one percent met ISI criteria for a moderate to severe degree of insomnia symptoms. The distribution of insomnia symptoms did not differ by OSA severity. (Source: Psychiatry Research)MedWorm Message: Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm Swine Flu RSS news feed - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.

  • Cognitive and electroencephalographic disturbances in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and sleep problems: New insights

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    Abstract: There is overlap between the behavioural symptoms and disturbances associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) and sleep problems. The aim of this study was to examine the extent of overlap in cognitive and electrophysiological disturbances identified in children experiencing sleep problems and children with AD/HD or both. Four groups (aged 7-18) were compared: children with combined AD/HD and sleep problems (n=32), children with AD/HD (n=52) or sleep problems (n=36) only, and children with neither disorder (n=119). Electrophysiological and cognitive function…

  • Persistent nightmares are associated with repeat suicide attempt: A prospective study

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    Abstract: The aim of this prospective study was to determine if sleep disturbances and nightmares are associated with increased risk of repeat suicide attempt. Patients (n=165) aged 18–68 years who were admitted to medical or psychiatric wards after a suicide attempt completed an initial interview; 98 of these took part in a 2-month follow-up interview. The Structured Clinical Interview for the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) and two self-report instruments, the Uppsala Sleep Inventory and the Comprehensive Psychopathological Rating Scale…

  • [Podcast] Science Podcast

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:50 am
    The show includes the demise of Pleistocene megafauna, strengthening memories during sleep, cleaning up tar sands, and more. (Source: Science: Current Issue)

  • [Brevia] Strengthening Individual Memories by Reactivating Them During Sleep

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:50 am
    During sleep, memories can be influenced in a specific and systematic manner.Authors: John D. Rudoy, Joel L. Voss, Carmen E. Westerberg, Ken A. Paller (Source: Science: Current Issue)
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    MedWorm: Sleep Apnea

  • Prevalence of insomnia symptoms in sleep laboratory patients with and without sleep apnea

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    Abstract: We used the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) to evaluate the prevalence and distribution of insomnia symptoms in 100 adult patients referred for laboratory evaluation of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Sixty-one percent met ISI criteria for a moderate to severe degree of insomnia symptoms. The distribution of insomnia symptoms did not differ by OSA severity. (Source: Psychiatry Research)

  • Cognitive and electroencephalographic disturbances in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and sleep problems: New insights

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    Abstract: There is overlap between the behavioural symptoms and disturbances associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) and sleep problems. The aim of this study was to examine the extent of overlap in cognitive and electrophysiological disturbances identified in children experiencing sleep problems and children with AD/HD or both. Four groups (aged 7-18) were compared: children with combined AD/HD and sleep problems (n=32), children with AD/HD (n=52) or sleep problems (n=36) only, and children with neither disorder (n=119). Electrophysiological and cognitive function…

  • Persistent nightmares are associated with repeat suicide attempt: A prospective study

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    Abstract: The aim of this prospective study was to determine if sleep disturbances and nightmares are associated with increased risk of repeat suicide attempt. Patients (n=165) aged 18–68 years who were admitted to medical or psychiatric wards after a suicide attempt completed an initial interview; 98 of these took part in a 2-month follow-up interview. The Structured Clinical Interview for the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) and two self-report instruments, the Uppsala Sleep Inventory and the Comprehensive Psychopathological Rating Scale…

  • [Podcast] Science Podcast

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:50 am
    The show includes the demise of Pleistocene megafauna, strengthening memories during sleep, cleaning up tar sands, and more. (Source: Science: Current Issue)

  • [Brevia] Strengthening Individual Memories by Reactivating Them During Sleep

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:50 am
    During sleep, memories can be influenced in a specific and systematic manner.Authors: John D. Rudoy, Joel L. Voss, Carmen E. Westerberg, Ken A. Paller (Source: Science: Current Issue)
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    MedWorm: Insomnia

  • Prevalence of insomnia symptoms in sleep laboratory patients with and without sleep apnea

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    Abstract: We used the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) to evaluate the prevalence and distribution of insomnia symptoms in 100 adult patients referred for laboratory evaluation of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Sixty-one percent met ISI criteria for a moderate to severe degree of insomnia symptoms. The distribution of insomnia symptoms did not differ by OSA severity. (Source: Psychiatry Research)

  • Sleep disturbances: Core symptoms of major depressive disorder rather than associated or comorbid disorders.

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:06 am
    Authors: Mendlewicz J Depression is increasingly prevalent in Western countries. It has severe consequences and is associated with increased rates of disability, morbidity, and mortality. Despite numerous therapeutic options, a great number of depressed patients do not achieve full remission. In addition, despite good short-term outcomes, long-term therapeutic results remain disappointing and associated with a poor prognosis, raising significant concern in terms of public health. Impaired sleep - especially insomnia - may be at least partly responsible for this problem. Very close…

  • Night Beat, Overtime And A Disrupted Sleep Pattern Can Harm Officers' Health

    18 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm
    A police officer who works the night shift, typically from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., already is at a disadvantage when it comes to getting a good "night's" sleep. Add frequent overtime to that schedule, and an officer may be climbing into bed as the sun comes up, setting the stage for short and unrestful slumber. A new study published in the current issue of Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health (vol. 64, No. (Source: Stroke / Neuroprotection News From Medical News Today)

  • Night Beat, Overtime And A Disrupted Sleep Pattern Can Harm Officers' Health

    18 Nov 2009 | 11:00 pm
    A police officer who works the night shift, typically from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., already is at a disadvantage when it comes to getting a good "night's" sleep. Add frequent overtime to that schedule, and an officer may be climbing into bed as the sun comes up, setting the stage for short and unrestful slumber. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

  • Try Meditation to Lower Your Blood Pressure and Protect Your Heart

    18 Nov 2009 | 9:34 am
    Cheap, low-tech stress relief may also protect against depression, insomnia, and anxiety. (Source: U.S. News - Health)
 
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  • The Insomnia Paradox

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:49 am
    A new study from Italy investigated paradoxical insomnia.What’s the paradox? Some people perceive that they have severe insomnia; but their sleep appears to be normal when measured by a sleep study.The study involved 20 people with paradoxical insomnia and 20 controls. They were monitored during an overnight sleep study.Results show that the people with paradoxical insomnia estimated that they slept for less than five hours; but the sleep study found that they slept for about 7.75 hours.They perceived that it took about 51 minutes to fall asleep; but they actually fell asleep in about nine…

  • Work & Insomnia: Sleepless Off the Job

    17 Nov 2009 | 1:32 pm
    A new study from Japan shows that insomnia may be linked to your job.The study involved 1,022 workers; they had an average age of 39 years. They were evaluated across two years.Results show that some workers were more likely to have insomnia for the length of the study. Employees with low social support at work were twice as likely to have persistent insomnia. Those who had an “effort-reward imbalance” also were more than two times as likely to have ongoing insomnia.The study also found that some workers were more likely to develop insomnia by the end of the study. The risk of having a…

  • Insomnia and Depression

    3 Nov 2009 | 10:41 pm
    patients with depression often complain of difficulty getting to sleep, frequent awakenings during the night, early morning awakening, or nonrestorative sleep patients with mood disorders exhibit higher rates of sleep disturbance than the general population, and sleep disturbance can continue even during periods of remission patients with insomnia are up to 10 times more likely to have depression than normal sleepers individuals with persistent insomnia have a significantly higher risk of developing new-onset depression than those who have no sleep complaints 14% of patients with persistent…

  • Sleep Changes with Aging

    2 Nov 2009 | 10:39 pm
    Aging is associated with well described changing in sleep patterns. Total sleep time decreases, elderly sleep less It takes longer before falling a sleep Elderly go to bed earlier and they awake earlier There sleep architecture has changed, the slow wave sleep on EEG is reduced, REM sleep is reduced They’re easier aroused from sleep They sleep fragmented with many arousals Daytime napping In case of primary insomnia, that is sleeplessness that is not attributable to a medical, psychiatric or environmental cause. In that case the general principles of sleep hygiene are applicable.

  • Depression-Insomnia Link Reported at CureTogether

    30 Oct 2009 | 9:08 am
    CureTogether Data Finds Link Between Self-Reported Depression and Insomnia Patients at CureTogether (http://www.curetogether.com) who report depression are twice as likely to report insomnia than patients with no depression. This is among the first self-reported data that reproduces findings previously done in slow, expensive clinical research. It comes from an analysis of 761 patients, and is being released in conjunction with the TEDMED and BIL:PIL conferences this week – please see the chart, and details below. . Chart: Patients with depression are more likely to report insomnia than…
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    MedWorm: Snoring

  • Prevalence of habitual snoring and symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing in adolescents

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:12 am
    Conclusion: We found the prevalence of habitual snoring to be 4.0% in adolescents from the province of Manisa, Turkey which is low compared to previous studies. Habitual snoring is an important problem in adolescents and habitual snorers had significantly more nighttime symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing compared to non-snorers. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology)MedWorm Message: Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm Swine Flu RSS news feed - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.

  • Effectiveness of transnasal endoscopic powered adenoidectomy in patients with choanal adenoids

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:12 am
    Abstract: Objectives: To demonstrate the technique and efficacy of powered assisted adenoidectomy using nasal endoscopy.Patients and methods: Between 2002 and 2003, forty children (age ranged from 3 to 17 years) with symptoms and signs suggestive of snoring and/or obstructive sleep apnea and choanal adenoids were randomly selected and distributed in two groups. Group A underwent transnasal endoscopic powered adenoidectomy (TEPA) and group B underwent curettage adenoidectomy (CA). Both groups underwent pre- and postoperative nasal endoscopy. Direct comparisons between the two groups were made…

  • Sleep-wake schedules in preschool children who snore.

    15 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    Conclusion: In preschool age children, when the daytime nap begins to disappear, snoring may have an effect on daytime schedule through an increased need for daytime sleep. PMID: 19919942 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Advances in Medical Sciences)

  • The £3 miracle jab for snorers (and it's available on the NHS)

    14 Nov 2009 | 12:08 pm
    Sleep deprivation from snoring increases the risk of road accidents, depression, high blood pressure and stroke. But a pioneering jab could banish disrupted nights. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

  • Obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome in adolescents with essential hypertension

    12 Nov 2009 | 7:27 am
    The prevalence of essential arterial hypertension (EAH) among adolescents in Russia constitutes 2–18% . According to Krishna et al., obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome is diagnosed in more than 3% of all children and adolescents and is associated with cardiovascular disorders . The most probable cause of snoring in children is chronic pathology of the tonsils and adenoids causing hypertrophy of pharyngeal tonsils and adenoids . (Source: Sleep Medicine)
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    MedWorm: Sleep Apnea

  • Prevalence of insomnia symptoms in sleep laboratory patients with and without sleep apnea

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:31 am
    Abstract: We used the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) to evaluate the prevalence and distribution of insomnia symptoms in 100 adult patients referred for laboratory evaluation of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Sixty-one percent met ISI criteria for a moderate to severe degree of insomnia symptoms. The distribution of insomnia symptoms did not differ by OSA severity. (Source: Psychiatry Research)MedWorm Message: Get the very latest Swine Flu news via the MedWorm Swine Flu RSS news feed - updated hourly from thousands of authoritative health and news sources.

  • Evaluation of the upper airway in children and adolescents with cystic fibrosis and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:12 am
    Conclusion: Bone and soft tissue structural alterations of the upper airway and chronic rhinosinusitis were associated with the OSAS group patients. (Source: International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology)

  • Effectiveness of transnasal endoscopic powered adenoidectomy in patients with choanal adenoids

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:12 am
    Abstract: Objectives: To demonstrate the technique and efficacy of powered assisted adenoidectomy using nasal endoscopy.Patients and methods: Between 2002 and 2003, forty children (age ranged from 3 to 17 years) with symptoms and signs suggestive of snoring and/or obstructive sleep apnea and choanal adenoids were randomly selected and distributed in two groups. Group A underwent transnasal endoscopic powered adenoidectomy (TEPA) and group B underwent curettage adenoidectomy (CA). Both groups underwent pre- and postoperative nasal endoscopy. Direct comparisons between the two groups were made…

  • Kidney Transplant, Sleep Disorder May Add Up to Trouble

    19 Nov 2009 | 1:00 pm
    Heart disease, stroke more likely for organ recipients with sleep apnea, study finds Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Topics: Kidney Transplantation, Sleep Apnea (Source: MedlinePlus Health News)

  • Sleep Apnea Raises BP for Kidney Transplant Patients (CME/CE)

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm
    Sleep apnea is common among kidney transplant patients, and those with the sleep disorder have higher systolic blood pressure despite taking more antihypertensive medications, a new study found. (Source: MedPage Today Cardiovascular)
 
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    MedWorm: Narcolepsy

  • Orexins Excite Neurons of the Rat Cerebellar Nucleus Interpositus Via Orexin 2 Receptors In Vitro.

    18 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    In this study, perfusing slices with orexin A (100 nM-1 muM) or orexin B (100 nM-1 muM) both produced neurons in the rat cerebellar interpositus nucleus (IN) a concentration-dependent excitatory response (96/143, 67.1%). Furthermore, both of the excitations induced by orexin A and B were not blocked by the low-Ca(2+)/high-Mg(2+) medium (n = 8), supporting a direct postsynaptic action of the peptides. Highly selective orexin 1 receptor antagonist SB-334867 did not block the excitatory response of cerebellar IN neurons to orexins (n = 22), but [Ala(11), D-Leu(15)] orexin B, a highly selective…

  • Two patients with narcolepsy treated by hypnotic psychotherapy

    12 Nov 2009 | 7:27 am
    Narcolepsy is a primary sleep disorder characterized by uncontrollable and excessive daytime sleepiness associated with one or all of the following: cataplexy, sleep paralysis, hypnagogic hallucinations and nocturnal sleep disturbance . The onset is usually in adolescents, lasting the whole life, significantly affecting quality of life. Drug treatment of narcolepsy–cataplexy syndrome remains unsatisfactory. Psychological factors and emotional instability play an important role in childhood narcolepsy . It has, therefore, been suggested that narcolepsy in children should be treated with…

  • Multiple sleep latency measures in narcolepsy and behaviourally induced insufficient sleep syndrome

    12 Nov 2009 | 7:27 am
    Abstract: Background: Short mean latencies to the first epoch of non-rapid eye movement sleep stage 1 (NREM1) and the presence of ⩾2 sleep onset REM (SOREM) periods on multiple sleep latency test (MSLT) occur in both narcolepsy–cataplexy (NC) and behaviourally induced insufficient sleep syndrome (BIISS). It is not known whether specific MSLT findings help differentiate the two disorders.Methods: We analyzed MSLT data including sleep latencies to and between different sleep stages of 60 age-, gender- and body mass index (BMI)-matched subjects (hypocretin-deficient NC, actigraphy-confirmed…

  • The immune system, the brain and narcolepsy

    12 Nov 2009 | 1:29 am
    Future Neurology , November 2009, Vol. 4, No. 6, Pages 683-687. (Source: Future Neurology)

  • Narcolepsy presenting as refractory epilepsy

    11 Nov 2009 | 10:13 am
    Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Scientific Letters to the EditorDOI 10.1007/s12098-009-0211-1Authors Anup Kumar Singh, Government Medical College & Hospital Department of Pulmonary Medicine Chandigarh IndiaAbhijeet Saha, Government Medical College & Hospital Department of Pediatrics Chandigarh IndiaNaveen Dutt, Government Medical College & Hospital Department of Pulmonary Medicine Chandigarh IndiaP. R. Mohapatra, Government Medical College & Hospital Department of Pulmonary Medicine Chandigarh IndiaA. K. Janmeja, Government Medical College & Hospital Department of Pulmonary Medicine…
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    MedicalNewsToday: Sleep Disorders

  • Baby's Sleep Position Is The Major Factor In 'Flat-Headedness'

    19 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am
    A baby's sleep position is the best predictor of a misshapen skull condition known as deformational plagiocephaly - or the development of flat spots on an infant's head - according to findings reported by Arizona State University scientists in the December issue of the journal Pediatrics.

  • Night Beat, Overtime And A Disrupted Sleep Pattern Can Harm Officers' Health

    19 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    A police officer who works the night shift, typically from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m., already is at a disadvantage when it comes to getting a good "night's" sleep. Add frequent overtime to that schedule, and an officer may be climbing into bed as the sun comes up, setting the stage for short and unrestful slumber. A new study published in the current issue of Archives of Environmental & Occupational Health (vol. 64, No.

  • Split-Second Decision Making Negatively Affected By Sleep Deprivation

    17 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am
    Sleep deprivation adversely affects automatic, accurate responses and can lead to potentially devastating errors, a finding of particular concern among firefighters, police officers, soldiers and others who work in a sleep-deprived state, University of Texas at Austin researchers say.

  • Dangers Of The Graveyard Shift...Nightshift Workers Suffer More Than Lack Of Sleep

    12 Nov 2009 | 8:00 pm
    Chronobiology International - Informa Healthcare's journal on how biological rhythms affect the systems of living things - has published a 14-year study of more than 7000 subjects which concludes that shift-work constitutes an independent risk factor for impaired glucose metabolism. Modern industrialization, consumer expectations and globalization have led to the widespread adoption of round-the-clock operations in many industries throughout the world.

  • Snoring Sounds May Hold The Key To A Good Night's Sleep

    12 Nov 2009 | 1:00 am
    Hours of analysing snoring sounds have paid off for a group of researchers from The University of Queensland and Brisbane's Princess Alexandra Hospital. Led by Dr Udantha Abeyratne from the
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    SLEEP Online Magazine

  • Sundial Cannon Alarm Clock

    Brian Yalung
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:14 pm
    The Sundial Cannon alarm clock which thrives on solar power should be something worth checking out. Barring any bad weather at noon, the lens on the sundial focuses sunlight onto a pan filled with gunpowder, setting off the cannon to mark the time. The concept is quite cool but realistically, we need alarm clocks that wake us up in the morning. Now if this is a noon clock, it may be equivalent to trouble especially if you are an employee. What excuse would you give your boss other than saying your alarm clock didn’t go off? (Source) Oh Gizmo Brought to you by: SLEEP Online Magazine - The…

  • The Wrestling Bell Alarm Clock

    Brian Yalung
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:02 pm
    The Wrestling Bell alarm clock should get you up and about in a hurry. You don’t have to wonder what the sound would be. This is something that will get you up in for sure once the bell sounds. It rings incessantly each morning on your set time and unless you want to leave you head ringing in frenzy, chances are you better get up before the next alarm goes off. (Source) Ubergizmo Brought to you by: SLEEP Online Magazine - The SLEEP Blog - All about SLEEP, SLEEPING, and SLEEPINESS The Wrestling Bell Alarm Clock alarm clock, Alarm Clocks, frenzy, hurry, SLEEP Gadgets

  • The Robolamp

    Brian Yalung
    18 Nov 2009 | 2:40 pm
    Do you want something different in your room? Check out these neat lamps that take the theme of robots which has become pretty much the craze these days. They are made of plumbing supplies paired with green and yellow bulbs. Appealing as they may be, there is no word where they can be purchased for now. Made by Robert Matysiak, these robolamps can really add a kick to your room theme and design once we figure out where they can be purchased. (Source) Slippery Brick Brought to you by: SLEEP Online Magazine - The SLEEP Blog - All about SLEEP, SLEEPING, and SLEEPINESS The Robolamp brick, lamps,…

  • Hermes 8 Day Spiral Boule Clock

    Brian Yalung
    17 Nov 2009 | 2:18 pm
    Here is different kind of a clock you may want in your home or room. Called the Hermes 8 Day Spiral Boule Clock, this classy looking timepiece should be a great gadget to add to your collection of modern gadgets. You can wind it by twisting the two halves, while a single button on the base switches it into time-setting mode. Appealing as it looks, don’t get your hopes up of getting one of these. Despite it being roughly the size of a cricket ball, then, we’d recommend you not actually hit it with a bat. While they may be easily available, the price to get one is simply too much. Unless…

  • Scary Mummy Sleep Eye Mask

    Brian Yalung
    16 Nov 2009 | 9:31 pm
    We are all familiar with sleep masks and here is one that should have been given away in time for the Halloween season. Perhaps a design meant to really leave you alone, this sleep mask has a scary mummy sleep eye to fend of people from bothering you. A bit creepy from the outer looks but what is important is that your eyes are well covered and protected. One of these mummy sleep eye masks will cost you only $12.50 over at Etsy. (Source) Foolish Gadgets Brought to you by: SLEEP Online Magazine - The SLEEP Blog - All about SLEEP, SLEEPING, and SLEEPINESS Scary Mummy Sleep Eye Mask eye mask,…
 
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    Modern Medicine - Sleep Disorders

  • Sleep Apnea in Kidney Transplant Patients Assessed

    19 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    The prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea in patients with kidney disease who underwent or are awaiting transplant is similar, but transplant recipients with the sleep disorder may be at higher risk for hypertension, according to a study published online Nov. 18 in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

  • CHEST: Abnormal Sleep Can Affect Intensive Care Nurses

    4 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Intensive care unit nurses are more likely than floor nurses to show evidence of abnormal sleep, which may be associated with an increased number of errors during their shifts. In addition, a high-intensity staffing model may decrease pneumonia rates in the intensive care unit, according to research presented at the 75th annual international scientific assembly of the American College of Chest Physicians, held from Oct. 31 to Nov. 5 in San Diego.

  • CHEST: Bruxism Can Affect One-Quarter of OSA Patients

    2 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    In patients with obstructive sleep apnea, bruxism is highly prevalent, especially among men and Caucasians, according to research presented this week at the 75th annual international scientific assembly of the American College of Chest Physicians, held from Oct. 31 to Nov. 5 in San Diego.

  • Impact of Childhood Sleep Patterns on Obesity Evaluated

    27 Oct 2009 | 9:00 pm
    In children, getting more sleep on weekends and holidays may reduce the risk of overweight or obesity associated with reduced sleep during weekdays, according to a Chinese study published online Oct. 26 in Pediatrics.

  • Childhood Hyperactivity Linked to Shortened Nighttime Sleep

    20 Oct 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Children who are not able to sleep through the night are more likely to be hyperactive, with the risk especially high for boys with adverse family living conditions, according to a study published online Oct. 19 in Pediatrics.
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    About.com Sleep Disorders

  • One in Nine Adults Report Never Getting Enough Sleep

    12 Nov 2009 | 10:31 pm
    In a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one in nine adults reported never getting enough sleep during the previous month. Some 11 percent said there was not one single day during the previous month that they were able to get enough sleep. Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep each night. However, it is possible to determine your sleep needs. Another 16.8 percent said they had gotten insufficient sleep for more than half of the month. The data were collected as part of the CDC's Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, which surveyed 404,000 people in all 50…

  • Use Up Your Flexible Spending Account Funds

    12 Nov 2009 | 3:14 am
    As the year draws to a close, it may be time to use up that money you set aside in your flexible spending account before it's too late. Flexible spending accounts are an option provided by employers for setting aside pre-taxed income that can be used for anticipated health expenses. These expenses can be quite varied, and may include office copayments, medications, or equipment used to treat sleep disorders. Unfortunately, any money that is not used by the end of the year is lost. So if you have money sitting in your flexible spending account waiting to be used, now is the time to act.

  • Simple Questionnaire Identifies Sleepiness

    7 Nov 2009 | 12:49 am
    It is sometimes difficult to objectively characterize something like sleepiness. We know it when we feel it, but it may be something that is difficult to put a number on. The Epworth sleepiness scale is devised to do just that. It is routinely used to assess the degree of an individual's sleepiness. This is done by presenting common situations and asking how likely you are to fall asleep in them. This can be a useful measure to establish a starting point in those with sleep disorders and also to monitor a response to treatment over time. Follow me on Twitter to receive notice of all the…

  • Multiple Sleep Latency Testing May Diagnose Narcolepsy or Idiopathic Hypersomnia

    5 Nov 2009 | 12:13 pm
    If you experience excessive daytime sleepiness, you may be a candidate for multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT). MSLT is a protocol that is often used to test whether an individual has an excessive drive to sleep. This is determined through a series of nap studies that determine sleep latency, or how long it takes you to fall asleep. Explore how MSLT is conducted and what it measures. In the right scenarios, it may be used to diagnose both narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia. Follow me on Twitter to receive notice of all the latest updates to this site.Multiple Sleep Latency Testing May…

  • When Difficulty Sleeping is a Disorder

    3 Nov 2009 | 12:07 pm
    We have all had those sleepless nights. We toss and turn, struggling to find a comfortable position. Every little noise wakes us. We check the clock a million times. This may be a simple case of acute insomnia, but when is it something more? When does this cross the line and become a disorder? Learn about insomnia, how often it occurs, its classical symptoms, and the most common causes. Then share what most often causes your insomnia. Follow me on Twitter to receive notice of all the latest updates to this site. When Difficulty Sleeping is a Disorder originally appeared on About.com Sleep…
 
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    Your Guide to Healthy Sleep

  • Baby’s Sleep Position Is the Major Factor in ‘Flat-headedness’

    19 Nov 2009 | 8:42 pm
    A baby’s sleep position is the best predictor of a misshapen skull condition known as deformational plagiocephaly – or the development of flat spots on an infant’s head – according to findings reported by Arizona State University scientists in the December issue of the journal Pediatrics. Analyzing the largest database to date, more than 20,000 children, the ASU researchers found that the number of babies who have developed flat-headedness has dramatically increased since 1992. The increase coincides with the American Academy of Pediatrics launch of a “Back to Sleep” educational…

  • Sleep apnea therapy shaves strokes off golf score

    5 Nov 2009 | 9:11 pm
    Golfers with the nighttime breathing disorder obstructive sleep apnea can improve their scores by treating their problem, according to study findings presented this week at the CHEST 2009 meeting in San Diego, California. After a few months of using a night-time device that provides nasal positive airway pressure (NPAP)—a treatment that has been shown effective for curbing sleep apnea—a dozen golfers saw their average handicap fall significantly from 12.4 to 11.0. The effect was even more pronounced in better golfers (handicap

  • People with pensions sleep better after retirement

    4 Nov 2009 | 9:13 pm
    Retirees have something else to look forward to besides playing golf—much better sleep—particularly if they have decent retirement benefits and retire relatively early. That’s what Dr. Jussi Vahtera of the University of Turku in Finland and colleagues found in a study of 14,714 people who had retired from the French national gas and electric company. But because the workers in the study had excellent retirement benefits, including generous pensions, the findings don’t apply to everyone, Vahtera noted in a prepared statement. “In countries and positions where there is no proper…

  • Feeling sleepy? You’re not alone

    3 Nov 2009 | 10:23 pm
    Nearly 70 percent of adults in the US report having at least one day of insufficient rest or sleep per month, suggests a new survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For many, poor sleep is the norm. Eleven percent of respondents reported never getting enough rest or sleep, according to the survey published in the CDC’s weekly bulletin on illness and death. To investigate how adults feel about their sleep, Dr. L. R. McKnight-Eily and co-researchers analyzed survey data from Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System from all 50 states. A total of 403,981 subjects…

  • Sleep apnea therapy improves golf game

    2 Nov 2009 | 9:35 pm
    Golfers who undergo treatment for sleep apnea may improve their golf game as well as their overall health, shows new research. A new study presented at CHEST 2009, the 75th annual international scientific assembly of the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP), found that golfers with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who received nasal positive airway pressure (NPAP) for their disorder improved their daytime sleepiness scores and lowered their golf handicap by as much as three strokes. Researchers suggest that the possibility of improving your golf game may be a significant motivator to…
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  • Fatigue Affects Colonoscopy Results

    Dr. Krakow
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:49 am
    Dr. Barry Krakow discusses how fatigue affects the results of a colonoscopy exam.

  • Nocturia and Snoring: Predictive Symptoms for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

    Dr. Krakow
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:45 am
    Scientific Research Purpose: Current screening for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) emphasizes self-reported snoring and other breathing symptoms. Nocturia, a symptom with a precise pathophysiological link to sleep apnea, has not been assessed as a screening tool for this common disorder of sleep respiration. In a large sample of adults presenting to area sleep centers, we aimed to determine the predictive power of nocturia for OSA and compare findings with other markers of OSA commonly used to screen for this disease. Methods: This was a retrospective chart review. A consecutive sample of 1007…

  • Elevation, Sleep Apnea, and ASV

    Dr. Krakow
    10 Nov 2009 | 3:25 am
    Dr. Barry Krakow answers questions about the relationship between elevation, sleep apnea, and ASV.

  • The Terrorist Attack on Ft. Hood is on a Scale Similar to the Events at Virginia Tech in April, 2007

    Dr. Krakow
    9 Nov 2009 | 3:15 am
    Regrettably, the terrorist attack on Ft. Hood is on a scale similar to the events at Virginia Tech in April, 2007, and therefore I wanted to repost this information from May 2007, because it is important to get the information out regarding the impact of sleep disturbances on PTSD and the role of sleep treatments in helping patients with PTSD. One month after the murderous rampage at Virginia Tech, should we expect a similar media frenzy to latch onto the community’s efforts at recovery? Obviously and regrettably not, as few journalists or media organizations know how or what to…

  • UARS: CFLEX vs. BPAP

    Dr. Krakow
    8 Nov 2009 | 3:20 am
    Dr. Barry Krakow discusses the use of CFLEX compared to BPAP for treatment of upper airway respiratory syndrome.
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    Best Sleep Apnea Treatments.com

  • Somnomedâ??s Somnodent Mas Treats Snoring and Sleep Apnea

    Apnea
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:31 am
    Many studies on sleep patterns have been done throughout the years. Sleep experts say we need between six and eight hours of sleep to feel rested and function at our best during the day. For some, this simply means going to bed at a reasonable time. However, there are people who cannot feel rested no matter what time they go to bed because they snore, share the bed with someone who snores, or suffer from sleep apnea. Losing an hour or more of sleep a night because of snoring can add up over time. In the case of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the consequences can affect the health of the…

  • Sleep Apnea Symptoms & Solutions

    Apnea
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:27 am
    Apnea, in terms of the Greek word, is defined as “without breath.” This is exactly what happens to individuals who suffer from sleep apnea, which is a serious medical condition that causes the sufferer to completely stop breathing on more than one occasion throughout the night. While it may be difficult to realize the symptoms of sleep apnea because they occur during sleep, it is possible if you know what to watch for. For instance, you may notice uncommon exhaustion throughout the day, a general feeling of fatigue, frequent or long-lasting headaches or irritability. These…

  • Symptoms Of Sleep Apnea - How to Get a Restful Night Sleep

    Apnea
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:32 pm
    Sleep is one of the a large amount of important aspects of our health and whole far being. Without a great deal sleep, our person weakens and the agencies inside it slow down. People who lack sleep are also more prone to viral infection and all types of sickness. Wrinkles and acne may also arise when there is a lack of sleep. This is as it is in sleep this we regenerate and renew. Thus, it is drastic to get a restful night sleep. During sleep, the body systems slow down in order to prepare for the next day. The mind also relaxes even if it is awake the whole time. This is also the time when…

  • Sleep Apnea - It’s not Just Loud Snoring

    Apnea
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:40 pm
    Obstructive Sleep Apnea is an illness that many people fail to recognize until after the symptoms have caused grief to the family and employers. In fact, the spouse is often the first one to realize that there may be a physical reason for the odd behaviors and symptoms of someone suffering from sleep apnea (OSA). Someone suffering from this sleep disorder will often snore very loudly. The snoring may be so loud, in fact, that his or her partner gets little sleep. Someone with OSA will also appear to stop breathing for a second or two during sleep, which looks like they’re temporarily…

  • Sleep Disorder Alliance - Sleep Apnea Device

    Apnea
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:36 pm
    Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that is characterized by episodes of cessation of breathing. It can occur as often as several hundred times in a night with each episode probably lasting up to ten seconds, and is manifested through the following symptoms: loud snoring, choking spells, excessive daytime sleepiness, frequent visits to the bathroom, severe mood swings, obesity, low sex drive, dry mouth and sore throat in the morning, lack of concentration and forgetfulness, morning headaches, and a general lack of energy or malaise. Sleep apnea may be detrimental to one’s health, thus, it…
 
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  • How a Snoring Device Helps Patients Getting a Good Night’s Sleep

    ashvaj
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:18 am
    In Health Watch: Some people may laugh about it, but snoring is really not that funny.It can lead to a whole host of medical problems.Vivien Williams shows us how a special dental device is helping many patients get a good night’s rest. Sharon Swenson says, “It took a few days to adjust to it, but now [...]

  • Sleep Apnea May Cause Heart Disease in Kidney Transplant Patients

    ashvaj
    18 Nov 2009 | 11:34 pm
    Sleep apnea is common in individuals who receive a kidney transplant and is associated with increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, or stroke, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Clinical Journal of the American Society Nephrology (CJASN). Researchers found that kidney transplant patients are just as likely to have [...]

  • Reportlinker Adds Sleep Apnea Diagnostic and Therapeutic Devices - Worldwide Market Challenges & Opportunities

    ashvaj
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:31 am
    (Press Release)-NEW YORK, Nov. 17- Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue. Sleep Apnea Diagnostic and Therapeutic Devices - Worldwide Market Challenges & Opportunities There are millions of people worldwide are suspected to have OSA, of which a majority remain undiagnosed. Lack of awareness among patients and physicians is one of [...]

  • Sleep Problems and Age: Not Necessarily Bedmates, say Sleep Docs

    ashvaj
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:22 am
    By Melissa Healy Patients over 65 — and sometimes their doctors — often behave as if sleep problems are as inevitable a part of aging as aches and wrinkles. It doesn’t have to be that way, says a group of leading sleep doctors. But to get help, physicians need routinely to screen their older patients for signs [...]

  • Anesthesia, Respiratory and Sleep Apnea Markets to Reach Over $4.1 Billion by 2015

    ashvaj
    17 Nov 2009 | 8:26 am
    VANCOUVER, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/ - According to a new report series by iData Research, the leading global authority in medical device, dental and pharmaceutical market research, the U.S. market for anesthesia, respiratory and sleep management devices will reach $4.1 billion by 2015. The market for sleep apnea devices, a large rapidly growing market, will represent [...]
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  • Help To Cope With An Infant Sleeping Problem

    Charles
    19 Nov 2009 | 2:40 am
    Finding solutions to sleeping disorders in adults is hard enough but to discover that your child is facing an infant sleeping problem can just be devastating to most parents. Being unable to sleep properly throughout the night can cause a child to feel restless and irritable during the day. In more extreme cases, an infant sleeping problem may cause serious health problems for the child, and in fact can even be life-threatening at times. The moment you suspect that your child is suffering from an infant sleeping problem, it is imperative that you seek professional medical advice right away in…

  • There Are Several Effective Sleep Apnea Treatments

    Charles
    17 Nov 2009 | 3:05 am
    If you suffer from sleep apnea, then it’s likely that you are seeking effective treatments for this condition which will help you to not only ease your snoring, but help you to eliminate the danger of the condition and get a better night of sleep. You should know that there are effective sleep apnea treatments which can help you to reduce the worry and sleeplessness that often accompany this condition. One of the most common sleep apnea treatments used in the medical community is a machine which not only ensures that you get fresh, moist oxygen, but it sounds an alarm if you stop breathing…

  • Do You Have Sleep Apnea?

    Charles
    16 Nov 2009 | 2:14 am
    Do you find yourself waking up after a full night of sleep only to feel as if you never really slept at all? Does your partner accuse you of snoring so loudly that they think the roof is coming off? Are you frequently a back sleeper? It sounds as if you might have sleep apnea and that could be the cause of your constant tiredness. Sleep apnea happens when the muscles in the mouth and throat relax too much, which causes them to press on your airway when you are sleeping. This can be a potentially dangerous condition, because often, the sleeper doesn’t wake up in time to change sleeping…

  • How to Prevent and Cure Sleep Apnea

    Charles
    15 Nov 2009 | 2:34 am
    There are now various techniques to cure sleep apnea. What used to be a cause for alarm and worry for some people can now be prevented with the use of modern gadgets and methods of conditioning and preparing oneself. Your doctor or therapist, after assessing the nature of your problem and the circumstances that cause it, can recommend an appropriate method, or combination of methods, that will work best with you. There are different kinds of sleep apnea, and therefore different ways of curing it. The effective way to cure sleep apnea will also depend on the person’s sleeping patterns,…

  • Be Vigilant and Stay Safe With A Home Apnea Monitor

    Charles
    13 Nov 2009 | 7:34 pm
    If you live with someone who suffers from sleep apnea, the best move you can make to make sure they are always safe is to invest in a home apnea monitor. Keeping an eye on someone who suffers from sleep apnea is crucial, but you can’t watch over them the entire night because you obviously need to sleep as well. This is where the sleep apnea monitor can definitely help a lot. Adults and children can both suffer from sleep apnea, which is why there are many different models of home apnea monitors you can buy, depending on who is going to use it. Basically, this monitor works pretty much…
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  • 'Unique case' of the dream killer (BBC News)

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:36 am
    The Crown Prosecution Service defends charging a man with murder, even though it was agreed he killed his wife while suffering a sleep disorder.Source : BBC News (subscribe)Explore : Diseases, Health, Neurological disorders

  • Devoted husband Brian Thomas who killed wife during his sleep walks free from court (The Guardian)

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:46 am
    Prosecution drops case against chronic sleep disorder sufferer who strangled killed wife during bad dream on holiday A devoted husband who strangled his wife while having a nightmare that she was an intruder walked free from court after the case against him was withdrawn. Father-of-two Brian Thomas, 59, of Neath, South Wales, killed his wife, Christine, 57, while they were staying...Source : The Guardian (subscribe)Explore : Diseases, Health, Neurological disorders

  • 'Dream killer' cleared of murder (BBC News)

    20 Nov 2009 | 2:58 am
    A man with a sleep disorder who killed his wife while he said he had a dream about an intruder is cleared of murder.Source : BBC News (subscribe)Explore : Diseases, Health, Neurological disorders

  • Sleep apnea may cause heart disease in kidney transplant patients (Physorg)

    19 Nov 2009 | 5:55 pm
    Sleep apnea is common in individuals who receive a kidney transplant and is associated with increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Clinical Journal of the American Society Nephrology (CJASN). Researchers found that kidney transplant patients are just as likely to have this sleep disorder as...Source : Physorg (subscribe)Explore : Diseases, Health, Heart diseases, Neurological disorders, Sciences

  • Sleep Apnea May Cause Heart Disease in Kidney Transplant Patients (Newswise)

    19 Nov 2009 | 2:00 pm
    Sleep apnea is common in individuals who receive a kidney transplant and is associated with increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease or stroke, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Clinical Journal of the American Society Nephrology (CJASN). Researchers found that kidney transplant patients are just as likely to have this sleep disorder as...Source : Newswise (subscribe)Explore : Diseases, Health, Heart diseases, Hypertension, Neurological disorders
 
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  • Treatment for Sleep Apnea Can Improve Golf Game

    Denise Reynolds RD
    3 Nov 2009 | 10:21 am
    Men with obstructive sleep apnea who received nasal continuous positive airway pressure treatments not only improved their health, but also lowered their golf handicap by as much as three strokes, according to research presented at CHEST 2009, the 75th annual assembly of the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP). Men with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who received nasal continuous positive airway pressure (NCPAP or NPAP) treatments not only improved their health, but also lowered their golf handicap by as much Source:  American College of Chest Physicians

  • Poor Sleep Affects Health

    Tyler Woods Ph.D.
    30 Oct 2009 | 7:27 am
    Sleep is a natural part of life and we need it for our bodies to function correctly. Sleeping is the bodies’ most important activity and poor sleep can affect our health and the ability to function correctly. In a recent study it was discovered that up to 70 million Americans are not getting enough sleep. Source:  References National Sleep Foundation, American Psychological Association

  • Many Americans Not Getting Enough Sleep

    Denise Reynolds RD
    29 Oct 2009 | 1:47 pm
    One in nine Americans reported a chronic lack of sleep in a new CDC report issued October 30th 2009. Approximately 50 to 70 million American adults suffer from sleep disorders, and a new report issued in this week’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report< Source:  MMWR 2009;58:1175-79

  • New Technique Treats Primary Snoring

    Deborah Mitchell
    5 Oct 2009 | 8:10 am
    There is good news tonight, and perhaps every night, for those who have primary snoring or who live with a snoring partner. A technique called radiofrequency ablation combined with partial uvulectomy can successfully reduce snoring. There is good news tonight, and perhaps every night, for those who have primary snoring or who live with a snoring partner. Source:  Deborah Mitchell

  • Weight loss significantly reduces sleep apnea

    Kathleen Blanchard RN
    28 Sep 2009 | 7:03 pm
    New research shows that weight loss can significantly reduce the number of sleep apnea episodes experienced by individuals diagnosed with the disease. In the first study of its kind, researchers find that patients who lost weight were more than three times more likely to nearly eliminate sleep apnea episodes, compared to those who did not lose weight. New research shows that weight loss can significantly reduce the number of sleep apnea episodes experienced by individuals diagnosed with the disease. Source:  Kathleen Blanchard RN
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  • Acupuncture Blog Chicago: Can't Sleep? Try Chinese Herbs

    Jennifer D.
    27 Oct 2009 | 8:56 pm
    Insomnia Is Harmful; Chinese Herbs Can Help By Cathy Margolin L.A.c According to several recent studies from the National Sleep Foundation and Science Daily the answer to that question . . .

  • Acupuncture Blog Chicago: Chinese Herbal Medicine For Insomnia

    Jennifer D.
    16 Oct 2009 | 12:16 pm
    Chinese Herbal Medicine For Insomnia By Cathy Margolin L.A.c . According to a USA Today article, in the 1950s approximately 7.5 hours of sleep a night was the norm for most Americans. . . .

  • Insomnia Research Study

    Insomnia Study
    13 Oct 2009 | 1:38 pm
    Brigham & Woman’s Hospital in Boston, MA, is looking for people aged 18-65 who have been diagnosed with insomnia to participate in a research study. The study involves approximately 2 weeks . . .

  • melatonin

    Kimberly B.
    22 Aug 2009 | 6:31 pm
    Hi everyone, i'm new here.  I have problems sleeping most nights of the week.  I just bought a bottle of Melatonin, but am still apprehensive about using it.  I've done extensive research, . . .

  • Acupuncture Blog Chicago: Chinese Medicine For Insomnia

    Jennifer D.
    10 Aug 2009 | 9:01 pm
    Chinese Medicine For Insomnia Chinese Medicine is not a well known treatment option for insomnia , but it is effective nonetheless. In my Chicago practice , I have great success treating . . .
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  • 8 Tips For Dealing With Restless Legs Syndrome

    James Cahoon (admin)
    24 Oct 2009 | 9:10 am
    MEDICAL DISCLAIMER While this guide provides information on insomnia and sleep strategies, it is not a substitute for appropriate medical diagnosis or treatment. If you are having a persistent problem, you should consult your physician.  The author of this guide is not a licensed practitioner of medicine.  All of the information, suggestions, and techniques in this guide are, therefore, meant for informational purposes only. The readers are encouraged to verify for themselves all of the information within this website before making any decisions based upon the advices in this guide. The…

  • Neuro-Linguistic Programming For Reversing The Downward Spiral Of Insomnia

    James Cahoon
    12 Sep 2009 | 10:36 am
    The Daily Battle Against Insomnia MEDICAL DISCLAIMER While this guide provides information on insomnia and sleep strategies, it is not a substitute for appropriate medical diagnosis or treatment. If you are having a persistent problem, you should consult your physician.  The author of this guide is not a licensed practitioner of medicine.  All of the information, suggestions, and techniques in this guide are, therefore, meant for informational purposes only. The readers are encouraged to verify for themselves all of the information within this website before making any decisions based upon…

  • Insomnia due to noisy neighbors, how can I prevent "hearing" their noise while sleeping?? (10 points)?

    James Cahoon (admin)
    5 Jun 2009 | 4:04 pm
    Yes, very bad neighbors.Polite request is not an option so I'm looking for a solution for myself. I tried stuffing my ears with cotton and it does dampen the sound a bit but can still hear a bit of the noise. And though noise may not be much, my emotions would go surging which is probably also the reason of me not being able to relax.Is there an ear deafener tool for sleeping? like the ones used in constuction sites, except much more comfortable for sleeping? What type of materials are used for sound proofing a room?(an expensive option) Note that I only have insomnia when there are…

  • how to deal with insomnia?

    James Cahoon (admin)
    4 Jun 2009 | 5:26 am
    i have insomnia and am wondering how i can deal with it. a friend of mine who has it also says sleeping meds make things worse, so never bothered telling doctor. anyone know another solution or how they get by with insomnia please? Here are some things you can try to make you sleep better: 1. Improve your sleep habits. Work on your relaxation techniques. Make your environment conducive for sleeping and establish a bedtime routine. 2. Avoid large meals, alcohol, caffeine and nicotine before sleeping. Strenuous activities should also be avoided. 3. A relaxing activity like reading or listening…

  • What are some good ways of getting to sleep/ curing insomnia?

    James Cahoon (admin)
    28 May 2009 | 8:39 am
    I always have a hard time getting to sleep, and I am usually awake till 2 am or later. How can I sleep more easily? Some things that have helped me or tips I learned in psychology class include: -Not drinking caffeine at least 4 hours before sleep - Not eating an hour before sleep - Making sure all the lights from clocks, stereos, etc. in the room are covered up - Making the area you sleep in just for sleep, so that you associate it with sleeping. That means don't text, play guitar, etc. on your bed/in your bed. - Take some deep breaths while starting to sleep, it will help the thoughts…
 
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  • Tee Off on This: Sleep Better, Golf Better

    Dr. Mike
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:45 am
    I don’t know any avid golfer who isn’t looking for tips to improve his or her game. Some of my golfing friends are real fanatics, incessantly talking about ways to reduce the number of strokes it takes to get through eighteen holes. And now I finally have proof to make a case for my area of expertise: better sleep. Equipment, weather conditions, athleticism, and technique aside, if you can get your game on at night, you can get your game on over the greens. Seriously. I’m not making this up. A study out of Morristown Memorial Hospital in New Jersey found a group of golfers that improved…

  • Fact or Fiction: You Can Catch Up on Sleep Over the Weekend

    Dr. Mike
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:12 am
    If we’re watching our weight and “blow it” on any given day, we’re told it’s okay because we can make up for it the next day and get back on track. But what about when we lose sleep? Can we catch up over the weekend and, say, sleep in on Sunday morning to make up for those late, late nights during the work week? I get this question a lot. I think it’s because people expect to hear something different from the truth: NO, you can’t just pay off a sleep debt by sleeping late on the weekend. Sorry. The proof? Check out the following studies of late, which have changed some of the…

  • Housework After Sex, Not Sleep

    Dr. Mike
    4 Nov 2009 | 10:07 am
    Hold on to your seatbelt for this one. Professor Elwyn Isaac from England’s University of Leeds has just discovered an astonishing behavior among fruit flies: after mating, females ditch their usual afternoon siesta in favor of engaging in intense foraging (ahem, that would be akin to domestic-type duties or housework). The trigger? A “sex peptide” that is produced in the males’ accessory gland, the equivalent of the human prostate, and attaches itself to the surface of the sperm’s tail. This sex peptides appears to have a chemical effect on the female, preventing her from taking…
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  • Sleep Center Accreditation

    19 Nov 2009 | 3:17 pm
    Sleep Review magazine's November issue is now available online.It has an article about accreditation; I agree with every word of it:http://www.sleepreviewmag.com/issues/articles/2009-11_02.asp

  • Medpedia

    12 Nov 2009 | 2:29 pm
    sleepdoctor is now included in Medpedia's News and Analysis Section.Here is some more information about Medpedia:http://www.medpedia.com/pressI encourage you to check out Medpedia:http://www.medpedia.com/homeHere is the link for their Sleep Disorders Community:http://www.medpedia.com/communities/148-Sleep-Disorders

  • SIDS and Slow Wave Sleep

    29 Oct 2009 | 5:43 pm
    There's an interesting discussion about the possible relationship between SIDS and Slow Wave sleep here:http://sleepdoctor.blogspot.com/2009/10/osa-sleep-deprivation-and-alcohol.html

  • OSA, Sleep Deprivation, and Alcohol

    11 Oct 2009 | 11:09 am
    Once a person has one sleep problem, they are less able to cope with another one. For example, persons with obstructive sleep apnea are less able to cope with the demands of shift work.A. Vakulin and colleagues pubished "Effects of Alcohol and Sleep Restriction on Simulated Driving Performance in Untreated Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea" in this months issue of Annals of Internal Medicine. This study compared patients with untreated OSA and matched controls on a driving simulator. The study found that "Patients with OSA are more vulnerable than healthy persons to the effects of alcohol…

  • Alcohol, Sleep, and Pregnancy

    4 Oct 2009 | 1:31 pm
    Below is a small excerpt from the article "Sleep disorders associated with alcohol use and abuse," available at Medlink Neurology:Alcohol use should be avoided during pregnancy. The potential adverse physical and neurocognitive effects, including fetal alcohol syndrome, of maternal alcohol consumption on the developing fetus have been extensively reviewed (Wattendorf and Muenke M 2005). Recent research has clarified the effects of prenatal alcohol consumption on the child’s postnatal sleep. Maternal prenatal consumption of alcohol results in infant postnatal sleep fragmentation as well as…
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  • Fatigue Affects Colonoscopy Results

    Dr. Krakow
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:49 am
    Dr. Barry Krakow discusses how fatigue affects the results of a colonoscopy exam.

  • Nocturia and Snoring: Predictive Symptoms for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

    Dr. Krakow
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:45 am
    Scientific Research Purpose: Current screening for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) emphasizes self-reported snoring and other breathing symptoms. Nocturia, a symptom with a precise pathophysiological link to sleep apnea, has not been assessed as a screening tool for this common disorder of sleep respiration. In a large sample of adults presenting to area sleep centers, we aimed to determine the predictive power of nocturia for OSA and compare findings with other markers of OSA commonly used to screen for this disease. Methods: This was a retrospective chart review. A consecutive sample of 1007…

  • Elevation, Sleep Apnea, and ASV

    Dr. Krakow
    10 Nov 2009 | 3:25 am
    Dr. Barry Krakow answers questions about the relationship between elevation, sleep apnea, and ASV.

  • The Terrorist Attack on Ft. Hood is on a Scale Similar to the Events at Virginia Tech in April, 2007

    Dr. Krakow
    9 Nov 2009 | 3:15 am
    Regrettably, the terrorist attack on Ft. Hood is on a scale similar to the events at Virginia Tech in April, 2007, and therefore I wanted to repost this information from May 2007, because it is important to get the information out regarding the impact of sleep disturbances on PTSD and the role of sleep treatments in helping patients with PTSD. One month after the murderous rampage at Virginia Tech, should we expect a similar media frenzy to latch onto the community’s efforts at recovery? Obviously and regrettably not, as few journalists or media organizations know how or what to…

  • UARS: CFLEX vs. BPAP

    Dr. Krakow
    8 Nov 2009 | 3:20 am
    Dr. Barry Krakow discusses the use of CFLEX compared to BPAP for treatment of upper airway respiratory syndrome.
 
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  • Sensational.com Review of Speed Sleep

    Frank
    2 Nov 2009 | 4:23 pm
    Sensational.com has the widest range of Sleep Product reviews in America. Speed Sleep® CD Review Summary What is the most appropriate, the safest and most effective solution when we cannot fall asleep? Should we drink warm milk, take an herbal supplement or get a prescription for something stronger? Prescription pills can be dangerous and herbs are often unregulated. Guided meditation or soothing sounds may induce relaxation and facilitate sleep. Speed Sleep® is a 25-minute guided visualization using both voice and background music specifically designed to condition the response of deep…

  • Trend Hunter Review of Speed Sleep

    Frank
    29 Oct 2009 | 8:20 am
    Trend Hunter Magazine Review of Speed Sleep http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speed-sleep-sleeping-your-way-to-success Sleeping your way to success is now possible, thanks to Speed Sleep (no, not that kind of success - get your mind out of the gutter!).  Speed Sleep is an audio track that uses guided visualization to teach listeners to fall asleep quickly and deeply, as well as to nap effectively.  Besides being a great alternative to prescription drugs or OTC sleep aids, the kind of regular high quality sleep that Speed Sleep promotes helps reduce stress and boosts creativity and…

  • SOME SLEEP MYTHS AND FACTS

    Frank
    31 Aug 2009 | 7:39 am
    Myth: Men and women are affected the same way by insomnia. Fact: Insomnia is nearly twice as common in women than in men, and women are more likely than men to report insomnia to their healthcare professional. A woman’s sleep is uniquely influenced by menstrual cycle, biological life stage, stress level, health, mood, parental status, work hours and other life responsibilities. Myth: Exercising before bed will make me tired, and help me sleep. Fact: Exercise can be helpful for good sleep, especially when done regularly in the morning or afternoon and not too close to bedtime. If you…

  • Some Great Nap Tips

    Frank
    7 Jul 2009 | 7:56 am
    Here are some quick tips that will improve your napping skills. They can be used just before you do a Speed Sleep: Take six deep breaths- After you get comfy, take six really deep, slow, breaths. If you can, breathe in from the nose, and out through the mouth. Nice, slow, easy. Feel your aches- Without moving, take a quick inventory of the aches and pains you feel, especially around the face, the neck, your jaw, and your lower back. Think of warmth- Imagine sending liquid warmth through those parts, such that the warmth pours over the aches, and washes them down out of your body off the bed,…

  • Creativity: Another Sleep Benefit

    Frank
    25 Jun 2009 | 9:19 am
    The National Sleep Foundation has recently posted an article on the connection between sleep and creativity. Speed Sleep is designed to provide an added benefit of increased creative problem solving abilities. The research supports the impact at the REM sleep levels that are achieved by using Speed Sleep. Here is some info from their findings: Whenever you’re facing a problem or tough decision, you might get the following advice from a friend: “Sleep on it.” According to new findings published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, that might not be a bad…
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