Sleep Medicine
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Insomnia? Referral, drugs not usually needed
‘Restricted sleep’ is a good place to start, says expert.
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National poll shows ‘concerning’ impact of COVID on Americans’ mental health
In the new poll, about 4 in 10 Americans (41%) report they are more anxious than last year, down from just over 60%.
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‘Beyond a reasonable doubt’: COVID-19 brain health fallout is real, severe
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Less sleep, more burnout linked to higher COVID-19 risk, study shows
For each additional hour of sleep at night, risk for COVID-19 dropped by 12%.
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Cannabinoids promising for improving appetite, behavior in dementia
Early evidence suggests that cannabinoids may also be beneficial for pain, sleep, and aggression.
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Sleep apnea and cognitive impairment are common bedfellows
“People with cognitive impairment should be assessed for sleep apnea if they have difficulty with sleep or if they demonstrate sleep-related...
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Severe atopic dermatitis often puts a dent in quality of life
“There have been many surveys of adults with AD who report impairment of their sleep, reduced activity level, increased work absence, financial...
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Telemedicine models show some benefit in OA
Two separate clinical trials evaluating remotely delivered interventions – one via smartphone app and one via telephone – had positive impacts on...
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Short sleep predicts incident dementia and all-cause mortality
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FDA clears novel daytime device for obstructive sleep apnea
The mouthpiece has electrodes located above and below the tongue.