The Magazine for Sleep Professionals
Sunday, July 5, 2026
Clinicians today have numerous options for prescribing home sleep apnea testing (HSAT). While sleep laboratory type 1 tests based on polysomnography (PSG) utilize an array of sensors, belts, technologies, and experts to monitor the patient, at-home tests generally gather less information in favor of convenience, comfort, and accessibility. Two respiratory […]
VirtuOx, Inc., a leading provider of sleep diagnostic technology and services, is proud to announce the rebranding of its HSATpro software and services platform to Sleepifi. This transformation heralds a new chapter in VirtuOx’s custom-tailored sleep diagnostic management solutions for healthcare professionals. Empowering Healthcare Professionals with Cutting-edge Tools: Introducing the […]
Sunrise announces its partnership with Prevent Dementia. This collaboration brings together research on mild-life risk factors for Alzheimer’s Disease with Sunrise’s advanced sleep monitoring expertise, opening new avenues in dementia research. The PREVENT Dementia Research Programme aspires to enhance the ability to predict individuals at the highest risk of developing […]
Nox Medical, the medical device business unit of Nox Health, announced its receipt of patents from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the European Patent Office (EPO) related to the Nox RIP [respiratory inductance plethysmography] belts, which are incorporated into all of Nox Medical’s diagnostic sleep tests. […]
The recent announcement by Philips regarding the discontinuation of their Alice NightOne and Alice PDx Home Sleep Testing (HST) systems has sent shockwaves through the sleep medicine community. With medical and dental practices reliant on these systems for their home sleep testing needs, the decision on which system to choose […]
Sunrise, a key player in sleep diagnostics, has acquired Dreem Health. Launched by sleep tech powerhouse Dreem, Dreem Health stands out for offering easy and covered access to sleep care through its telemedicine platform. By combining an innovative sleep clinic with advanced diagnostic capabilities, this acquisition is set to change […]
EnsoData, a pioneer in healthcare AI, achieved FDA 510(k) clearance for groundbreaking technology that enables AI-powered sleep diagnosis using FDA-cleared pulse oximetry (pulse ox) devices. Powered by EnsoSleep PPG scoring, widely available and wearable pulse ox technology can be deployed for a high-quality, accessible, and cost-effective approach to diagnosing sleep […]
In the world of sleep medicine, the evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, particularly obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), has seen a paradigm shift with the introduction of home sleep tests (HSTs). As a sleep physician, I often grapple with the decision of whether to recommend a one-night or multi-night HST for my […]
While the convenience of Type 2 home-based testing is undeniable, the intricate nature of setting up equipment and ensuring accurate data collection adds a layer of complexity. Striking a balance between technical precision and user-friendly design becomes crucial. Moreover, the discomfort associated with performing these tests cannot be overlooked. Patients […]
Owlet announces clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) of BabySat™, the first medical pulse-oximetry device featuring its advanced, wire-free sock design. Owlet is a leader in infant health data, having monitored more than 1 million babies, and with BabySat, combines its consumer-first expertise with hospital-grade monitoring accuracy. “Our […]
