The Magazine for Sleep Professionals
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Dormotech, a leader in advancing sleep diagnostics through innovative, clinically validated solutions, emphasized the urgent need for early and accessible diagnosis of sleep disorders in children. This critical focus echoes the profound insights shared by globally respected pediatric sleep medicine expert, Dr. Asher Tal. In an in-depth interview with Dormotech, […]
The Sleep To Live Well Foundation issues an urgent warning in its groundbreaking 2025 State of Sleep Wellness Report, titled “THE SILENT EPIDEMIC: How Lack of Sleep Endangers Over Half of All Americans and Threatens Everyone.” The report unveils the Foundation’s initiatives to address this insufficient sleep crisis with Sleep Wellness—a holistic approach to […]
A new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2025 annual meeting found that excessive daytime sleepiness is associated with higher odds of all-cause mortality in middle-aged women but not in younger or older women. Results show that the adjusted odds of all-cause mortality were 16% higher in women between […]
A new study to be presented at the SLEEP 2025 annual meeting found that strong family relationships and high parental engagement are among the aspects of social connectedness that are associated with sufficient sleep duration in pre-teen children. Results show that eating dinner with family and participating in neighborhood activities […]
Today marks a transformative moment in the 35-year history of the American Sleep Apnea Association (ASAA). The organization proudly rebrands as the Wellness, Sleep & Circadian Network (WSCN), a global “KNOWLEDGE HUB” empowering anyone, anywhere to own all 24 hours with practical, science-based tools that improve sleep, circadian health, and overall well-being. […]
When it comes to pediatric sleep studies, transcutaneous monitoring plays a crucial role in providing optimal care for young patients. At the Nemours Children’s Hospital Pediatric Sleep Center in Orlando, Florida, CO2 monitoring is integrated into therapist-driven protocols to ensure accurate diagnosis and optimal management of sleep-disordered breathing for pediatric […]
Recent research has elevated the management of obesity in patients with sleep disorders to a prominent position in clinical practice. Obesity has been capturing attention across social media, mainstream news, and even in cultural references such as South Park specials and Jimmy Kimmel’s 2023 Oscars commentary. This heightened focus underscores […]
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a complex condition with a variety of contributing anatomical, physiological, inflammatory, and obesity-related risk factors, which can lead to many physiological changes in the body.1 Yet for patients with OSA, there is good reason to be hopeful right now. We are witnessing tremendous advances in […]
Nightmares are not just a fleeting inconvenience—they can have profound implications on mental health and overall well-being. Recent studies have suggested that nightmares are underdiagnosed and undertreated, even in sleep centers.1,2 Because it is unlikely that patients will report nightmares without provocation, it is important for providers to inquire about […]
Just a few days ago, an estimated 200 million viewers watched as the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs faced off in New Orleans during the biggest game of the National Football League’s season. What many sports fans—and even players—don’t realize is that a significant number of these pro […]
