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 […]
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Nox Receives US and EU Patents for RIP Belt Technology
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. […]
Sunrise Acquires Dreem Health to Improve Access and Outcomes
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 […]
HST: The Case for Multi-Night Studies from the View of a Sleep Physician
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 […]
FDA Approves Wireless Type 2 HST, Streams Data in Realtime
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 […]
Nox Medical Secures New Patent for Calculating Respiratory Effort During Sleep Studies
Nox Medical has secured a new patent to measure breathing movements for determining endophenotypes of sleep-disordered breathing using Nox RIP technology. The Patent No. US 11,602,282 B2 describes how the signals measured from Nox respiratory effort bands (RIP) can be used to derive information on internal respiratory effort mechanisms. This […]
FDA Clears Wesper Lab For Multi-Patient Use HSAT
Sleep testing is a critical component in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, as well as reducing the risk of comorbid conditions such as heart disease or dementia. Traditionally, each patient must undergo a sleep test, which can be time-consuming, expensive, and wasteful. Wesper’s new approach eliminates […]
Sunrise Raises $18 Million, Increase Its Size Tenfold Within Five Years
Sunrise, announces € 17 million ($18m USD) in funding. The successful fundraising is led by Kurma Partners and includes the exceptional entry of the European Innovation Council (EIC Fund). The Walloon start-up has also taken an important step by obtaining approval from the European (MDR) and American (FDA) medical authorities. […]
Belun Sleep Ring with AI Now FDA Cleared
Belun Technology has just received FDA 510(k) clearance from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its Belun Sleep System as the world’s first wearable ring for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) using AI. Belun Sleep Platform, which is comfortable and easy to use, is believed to speed up the […]
Porter’s Five Forces Model as Applied to HST
By Abhinav Talwar, MD Candidate and Arunabh Talwar, MD Sleep medicine and sleep research have been growing exponentially over the past few decades. It is obvious that the increased emphasis on sleep health as it relates to mind and body well-being requires a robust evaluation of sleep problems. Post-COVID-19-pandemic, there […]