The Magazine for Sleep Professionals
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Sleep problems are common in middle age, particularly among women in their 40s and 50s. In a new study published on September 1, 2026, in Journal of Wood Science, the researchers explored whether essential oils derived from Hinoki (Chamaecyparis obtusa), known as Japanese cypress, roots could help improve sleep quality. […]
We’re happy to announce that we’ve received our Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award from the National Institutes of Health, through the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). This award supports real-world testing of our in-ear sensor system for in-lab and ambulatory sleep monitoring, along with the […]
A short workout or a nap can help protect memory after a sleepless night, a McGill University-led study has found. Researchers found people who either completed 20 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise or took a 90-minute nap performed about 22 per cent better on memory tests after 30 hours without sleep […]
With more than 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s dementia — a number projected to reach nearly 13 million by 2050 — new Emory University research suggests that higher vitamin D supplement intake may be associated with better cognitive function in adults with an elevated risk of dementia. In a […]
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) announced the first confirmed speakers for its 2026 NSF Drowsy Driving Forum, bringing together an unprecedented group of national leaders to address one of the nation’s most persistent – and preventable – public health and roadway safety challenges. The Forum’s Leadership Panel will feature: Jonathan […]
Recently published study results demonstrate the efficacy of LivaNova Plc’s aura6000 System in treating moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Published in Annals of Internal Medicine, the full 12-month results from the company’s OSPREY randomized controlled trial (RCT) demonstrate the safety and efficacy of proximal hypoglossal nerve stimulation (pHGNS), a differentiated neurostimulation modality. Overall, the study authors concluded that pHGNS for OSA yielded clinically significant improvements versus […]
New survey results from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine explore the complex relationship between marijuana use and sleep. One-third (33%) of adults reported that their sleep is slightly or significantly better when they use marijuana. In contrast, 19% of adults reported either no impact (11%) or that their sleep is […]
Staying active is known to improve sleep, but the research findings are mixed regarding the best workout. Some studies say light walking or stretching is best, others prefer moderate-intensity workouts like jogging — and some even find that vigorous exercise such as swimming makes sleep worse. Resolving this discrepancy is […]
Millions of people worldwide who suffer with chronic insomnia are all too familiar with its profound impact on cognitive function, mood, and overall health and well-being. Many of these patients have success with first-line treatments like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and pharmacological interventions, but relief remains elusive for many with […]
From the Dalai Lama’s claim that it is the “best meditation” to Benjamin Franklin’s insistence that it makes a person “healthy, wealthy, and wise,” a good night’s sleep has long been touted as the secret to a healthy life. And the American Heart Association (AHA) agrees. In 2022, the AHA added sleep […]
