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Sleep Initiatives

All members, patients, providers and the general public, benefit from increased access to care for patients with sleep disorders. The AASM is currently focused on addressing the barriers to adequate sleep care.

To participate in research opportunities for the advancement of sleep-related studies, visit clinicaltrials.gov 

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Advocacy

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Find legislation on your sleep topic of interest, including access to care, research, telemedicine, drowsy driving and other sleep-related issues.

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Our common goal is to advance sleep care and enhance sleep health to improve lives; one of the main ways this can be achieved is through advocacy efforts of individuals.

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High School Video Contest

Learn more about the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s 2021 “Sleep is Essential” High School Video Contest. Entrants will compete for a cash prize and raise awareness about the importance of sleep for teens.

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Access to Care

Access to care is a person’s ability to get medical care. Healthy sleep is one of the pillars of a healthy lifestyle as proper sleep, or lack thereof, affects daytime functioning and cognition, physical health, emotional wellness, safety and all aspects of your life. Learn more and find helpful infographics about access to care and sleep.