Safety

29 10, 2025

Falling back could leave you drowsy behind the wheel

2025-11-05T18:35:12+00:00October 29, 2025|Daylight Saving Time, Drowsy Driving, Safety|

As clocks “fall back” this week, the shift in daylight hours can throw off your sleep schedule and your alertness behind the wheel. Losing even a little sleep or disrupting your routine can make you feel more tired than usual, increasing your risk of [...]

4 03, 2025

Half of parents co-sleep with their child, new survey finds

2025-03-04T15:06:16+00:00March 4, 2025|Bedroom, Children, Featured, Healthy Sleep Habits, Parenting, Safety|

A new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine reveals that nearly half of parents (46%) sometimes, often or always co-sleep with their child under 18. While co-sleeping is common, experts warn it may not always be the best choice — especially for [...]

5 11, 2024

Daytime sleepiness: More than just feeling tired

2024-11-05T17:56:16+00:00November 5, 2024|Healthy Sleep Habits, Mental Health, Poor Sleep, Safety, Sleep Deprivation, Wellness, Work|

Ever feel like you’re not quite awake, even after a cup of coffee? You’re not alone. Many Americans struggle with daytime sleepiness, and it affects more than just mood. According to a new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), 82% of [...]

3 10, 2024

The truth about melatonin use in kids

2024-10-03T14:30:58+00:00October 3, 2024|Children, Featured, Parenting, Safety, Teens|

Many parents want to make sure their child gets good sleep. Some try a strict bedtime or limit screen time. But lately, more parents are turning to melatonin. In fact, almost half (45%) of parents say they have given melatonin to a child under [...]

27 07, 2023

The growing shortage of truck parking: A ticking time bomb for drowsy driving accidents

2023-07-27T16:23:04+00:00July 27, 2023|Featured, Safety, Shift Work, Sleep Apnea, Travel, Work|

America's trucking industry is the lifeblood of the nation's economy, ensuring goods are delivered to their destinations. However, the trucking industry faces a challenge that jeopardizes the well-being of truckers and the safety of all drivers: a shortage of truck parking. As truckers spend [...]

28 01, 2022

FDA safety program allows you to report problems with drugs, medical devices

2023-01-18T17:16:24+00:00January 28, 2022|Patient Advocacy, Safety|

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 [...]

28 07, 2021

Philips PAP device recall: FAQs for patients

2023-01-19T18:04:10+00:00July 28, 2021|CPAP, Featured, Safety|

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 [...]

19 06, 2021

Philips PAP device recall: Guidance for patients

2023-01-19T18:05:08+00:00June 19, 2021|CPAP, Featured, Safety|

On June 14, Philips issued a voluntary recall for specific Philips Respironics devices. These include CPAP and BPAP devices to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Most of the recalled devices are first-generation DreamStation products. Unsafe Foam The recall is related to the type of [...]

5 02, 2019

Drowsy driving in teens

2022-08-03T19:39:33+00:00February 5, 2019|Drowsy Driving, Safety, Teens|

Sleep deprivation is common in teens and adults around the world. Among the many negative health and behavioral consequences of sleep deprivation, drowsy driving has the most immediate risk for serious injuries and death. Drowsy driving happens when a driver of a motor vehicle [...]

27 09, 2017

A life of passion cut short by drowsy driving

2022-08-19T18:35:21+00:00September 27, 2017|Drowsy Driving, Mental Health, Patient Advocacy, Safety|

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. [...]

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