FDA safety program allows you to report problems with drugs, medical devices
Imagine that you’re taking a medication or using a medical device to treat a sleep disorder. Then something bad happens: The treatment fails to work, or you end up in the hospital. You talk to your medical provider about your treatment options. But what else should you do? You should [...]
Enter the 2022 “Make Sleep Work for You” High School Video Contest
Submissions are now being accepted for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s 2022 “Make Sleep Work for You” High School Video Contest. Entrants will compete for a cash prize and raise awareness about the importance of sleep for the health and well-being of teens. High school students can enter the [...]
Patient organizations team up to help people with sleep disorders
Have you ever searched for advice on getting comfortable using a CPAP machine? Have you Googled ways to help your child manage a sleep disorder? You’re not alone. Many people look for resources about sleep disorders that can’t always be found at the doctor’s office. That’s where patient advocacy organizations [...]
Sleep experts highlight healthy sleep for students on Twitter
Recently, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) organized Student Sleep Health Week to drive awareness of the importance of healthy sleep for students of all ages to learn, grow and thrive. During Student Sleep Health Week, AASM members Seema Khosla, MD, and Anne Marie Morse, DO, participated in [...]
Insomnia Awareness Night: Infographic
Each night millions of people in the U.S. struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep. For some, this is only a brief problem. For others, insomnia can become an ongoing struggle. Download an infographic about insomnia.
Philips PAP device recall: FAQs for patients
On June 14, Philips issued a voluntary recall for specific Philips Respironics devices. These include CPAP and BPAP devices to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about the recall. Where can I find information about the recall? The recall notification is posted at philips.com/src-update. [...]