AASM Calls for Permanent Telehealth Coverage

Summary: The AASM urges for permanent telehealth coverage for sleep disorder care, highlighting its effectiveness in improving patient outcomes, enhancing access to care, and promoting health equity. As CMS telehealth flexibilities, which were introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, are set to expire this month, the AASM stresses the importance of extending telehealth coverage to maintain…

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Sleep Cycle Partners in Alzheimer’s Study to Link Sleep and

Summary: Sleep Cycle has partnered with researchers from the University of Cambridge and University College London on a study aimed at exploring potential links between sleep disruptions and early Alzheimer’s detection. The research will combine Sleep Cycle’s sleep data with navigational data collected from a separate app developed by the research team. By analyzing these…

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Brain Connectivity Linked With Cognition in People With Early Psychosis

December 16, 2024 • Research Highlight People with psychotic disorders like schizophrenia frequently experience cognitive difficulties, including problems with attention, concentration, and memory. These cognitive difficulties are often early symptoms that appear before the onset of psychosis. In a study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health, researchers identified consistent links between brain connectivity…

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Australia-India Sleep Health Collaboration Launches to Tackle Sleep Disorders

Summary: A roundtable meeting was held at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals in New Delhi to establish the Australia-India Sleep Health Collaborative Initiative, a new effort to tackle sleep health challenges in both countries. The initiative aims to address sleep disorders such as insomnia, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), and circadian rhythm disorders by integrating Ayurvedic principles with…

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Resolute Health Appoints New Leader to Drive Growth in Sleep Apnea Care

Summary: Resolute Health Corp Ltd, a Canadian sleep apnea testing and treatment provider, has appointed Heather Shantora as its new president and CEO. With experience in the healthcare and health tech industries, Shantora will guide Resolute Health into its next phase of growth, focusing on consolidating the sleep apnea industry in Canada. She expressed her…

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10-Gram Wearable Tracks Light Exposure to Potentially Boost Sleep, Longevity

Summary: MiEye is a lightweight wearable sensor that tracks the impact of light exposure on circadian rhythms to improve sleep and mental well-being, and treat chronic health conditions. The device, which provides real-time feedback via a smartphone app, aims to help users manage light exposure for better overall health and will be available to clinicians…

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