Sleep Medicine

The NeurologyLive sleep medicine clinical focus page provides information about the latest FDA actions, clinical guideline updates, study and clinical trial findings, and interviews with physicians related to sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea, cataplexy, narcolepsy, insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness, and more. The page features podcasts, videos, and news stories about the latest in clinical care for these disorders.

The Role of Organizations and Individuals in Addressing the Neurologist Shortage

September 12, 2021

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Jennifer Majersik, MD, MS, commented on how the AAN, as well as current neurologists and specialists, can help generate interest in the field of neurology to meet patient needs.

Addressing the Neurologist Shortage and Increased Need for Neurologic Care

September 10, 2021

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Jennifer Majersik, MD, MS, division chief of vascular neurology at the University of Utah, discussed contributing factors to the neurologist shortage, as well as ongoing efforts to increase interest in the field.

NeurologyLive Friday 5 — September 10, 2021

September 10, 2021

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Take 5 minutes to catch up on NeurologyLive's highlights from the week ending September 10, 2021.

Lower Blood Pressure Linked to CPAP Adherence in Those With OSA and Type 2 Diabetes

September 09, 2021

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Investigators identified a potential dose-response relationship between lower systolic blood pressure and rate CPAP-adherence rates in those with both OSA and type 2 diabetes.

FDA Action Update, August 2021: Approvals, Submissions, and Designations

September 08, 2021

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Catch up on any of the neurology news headlines you may have missed over the course of the last month, compiled all into one place by the NeurologyLive team.

This Week on NeurologyLive — September 6, 2021

September 06, 2021

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Here's what is coming soon to NeurologyLive.

Short Sleep Duration Associated With Increased Amyloid Beta Burden

September 05, 2021

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Both short and long sleep durations were associated with worse self-reported cognitive function and multiple lifestyle outcomes, suggesting a U-shaped association.

Bidirectional Link Identified Between Pain and Sleep Disturbance in Adults Over 50

September 05, 2021

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Investigators evaluated the effect of pain on sleep disturbance and vice-versa over time, finding stable differences between patients in sleep and pain.

NeurologyLive Friday 5 — September 3, 2021

September 03, 2021

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Take 5 minutes to catch up on NeurologyLive's highlights from the week ending September 3, 2021.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Common in Women With Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension

September 03, 2021

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Investigators concluded that the most sensitive screening tool for OSA in women with IIH was the STOP-BANG questionnaire.