The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is currently working to develop a new clinical practice guideline on the treatment of central sleep apnea in adult patients. We are seeking individuals who would be interested in contributing to this project as a volunteer patient [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
June features the shortest nights of the year, but for those living with chronic insomnia, every night is long. That’s why the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and Society of Behavioral Sleep Medicine (SBSM) are working to raise awareness of the disease with [...]
On Sept. 11, 2020, Democratic Rep. Zoe Lofgren of California introduced House Resolution 1103 in the U.S. House of Representatives. Developed by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the resolution designates the third week of September as National Student Sleep Health Week. Republican Rep. [...]
Congratulations to the three students selected as the winners of the 2020 AASM High School Video Contest! This year’s contest focused on teaching teens about the importance of healthy sleep. Along with a balanced diet and regular exercise, sleep is one of the pillars [...]
Friday morning, December 19, 2014, began as any other day. It had rained during the night and carried over into waking hours. Our daughter, Brianna Cassidy, left the house for work around 7:30 a.m. after her mother fixed her breakfast and saw her off. [...]
During my first 15 years of life, I was a hyperactive child. I was always mischievous, a standout athlete, but a very poor student. I lacked focus and often blurted out ridiculous statements. My report cards always had the comment, “Norman is very smart [...]
By joining MyApnea.org, you can help improve the diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea and be a part of one of the largest networks of patients ever to advance research on sleep apnea. MyApnea.Org is a network created by sleep researchers, the Patient-Centered Outreach [...]
Drowsy driving accidents can occur at any age. But data show that the risk of drowsy driving is highest among drivers who are between 16 and 24 years old. The risk of a drowsy driving crash also is 60 percent higher among males than [...]
