Sleep Medicine
From the Journals
Lights on during sleep can play havoc with metabolism
If a light is needed for safety reasons, keep it as dim as possible and avoid exposure to blue or green light, but instead try red-amber colors....
Commentary
Daylight Savings: How an imposed time change alters your brain, and what you can do
Generally, without preparation, it takes about 1 day per time zone crossed to naturally adjust your circadian rhythms.
Literature Review
Multiple sleep problems may boost heart disease risk by more than 140%
“I often see sleep as the tip of the iceberg - and if something is wrong with sleep, it is rarely in isolation.”
From the Journals
Restless legs syndrome surged early during pandemic
Increased symptom severity in patients with restless legs syndrome was associated with sleep disturbance, depression, and anxiety.
From the Journals
OTC melatonin supplement use rises fivefold over 20 years
The study was designed to evaluate the breadth of use of melatonin, rather than its effectiveness as a sleep aid.
From the Journals
Newly approved drug improves sleep onset in insomnia
The drug also was associated with improved daytime function.
Latest News
OTC cannabidiol products tied to improved pain, sleep, anxiety
“There are some data to suggest that there is an expectancy effect when we talk about the therapeutic benefit of cannabinoid products,” said Dr....
Conference Coverage
Sorting out sleep complaints in children with AD can be complex
“There’s a loss of about 50 minutes of sleep per night in children with AD,” Dr. Stephen H. Sheldon said.
News from the FDA/CDC
FDA OKs new adult insomnia med
Whereas the overall results are very positive, the improvements in daytime functioning are especially “exciting.”
Conference Coverage
Sleep disturbances more profound in older adults with atopic dermatitis
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