Sleep Medicine
From the Journals
Weighted blankets promote melatonin release, may improve sleep
“The region where the sensory information is delivered stimulates oxytocinergic neurons that can promote calm and well-being and decrease fear,...
Livin' on the MDedge
Malaria vaccine gets special delivery by tiny health personnel
Plus: Sleeping and sweating the years away and dragon-sized embezzling from a cancer charity.
Commentary
Sleep apnea: Is the sleep industry part of the problem? A reporter seeks answers
Even conservative sleep doctors say CPAP machines are the best solution for many patients. But there is a largely overlooked alternative.
Latest News
Experts issue health warning about giving melatonin to children
Melatonin is widely available over the counter. It’s marketed as a sleep aid, but there is little evidence that taking it as a supplement is...
Feature
Night owls may have greater risks of T2D and CVD
This finding is based on the first study of its kind to characterize metabolism during both rest and exercise.
Conference Coverage
Obstructive sleep apnea linked to unprovoked VTE
People should be made aware of these links and try to make lifestyle changes to reduce their risk of OSA.
From the Journals
Yoga, CBT provide long-term improvement in insomnia, worry
“So to find something they can do that lasts ... and has some enduring impact on their quality of life and their mental health, and they’re both...
Feature
New international consensus document on treating OSA
This represents a collaboration of experts from 17 scientific societies and 56 specialists from various countries.
Latest News
How does not getting enough sleep affect the developing brain?
Insufficient sleep at age 10 is associated with long-lasting changes in brain structure and connectivity, new research shows.
From the Journals
Poor sleep raises risk for fatty liver disease
Late bedtimes, snoring, and prolonged daytime napping were significantly associated with MAFLD,
Opinion
Growing pains? ... Rubbish
Investigators who did a literature review on the topic determined that clinicians “should be wary of relying on the diagnosis to direct treatment...