Summary: A new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study has found that suvorexant, an orexin receptor antagonist approved for treating insomnia, promotes fat oxidation and reduces protein catabolism during sleep without significantly changing total sleep time. … [Read more...]
Orexin-2 Receptor Agonist E2086 to Be Tested for Narcolepsy
Summary: Eisai Inc announced the registration and upcoming enrollment for Study E2086-A001-101, a clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of E2086, a novel selective orexin-2 receptor agonist, in adult patients with narcolepsy type 1. The trial, which … [Read more...]
Suvorexant: A Potential Solution for Opioid Addiction
Summary: Suvorexant, an insomnia drug, prevents opioid addiction in mice when given with morphine, without inducing sleep and while maintaining effective pain relief. The drug blocks hypocretin receptors, which are linked to mood and addiction. The study shows that suvorexant … [Read more...]
AADSM Installs New President | Sleep Review
Summary: Kevin Postol, DDS, was installed as president of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) on May 17. Postol, who started his dental practice in 1992 and specialized in dental sleep medicine by 2023, aims to raise awareness of oral appliance therapy for sleep … [Read more...]
Boosting Sleep May Reduce Obesity Risk in Youth with ADHD
Summary: A study co-led by the University of Missouri found that unmedicated youth with ADHD have higher rates of obesity and are more likely to exceed screen time recommendations and fall short of sleep guidelines. The research analyzed data from a national survey of youths aged … [Read more...]
NSF Grant Fuels Development of Sleep Mask for Insomnia
Summary: NeuroLight Inc has completed its phase I National Science Foundation Small Business Innovation Research grant, advancing the development of NeuroMask, a neuromodulation sleep mask designed to improve sleep quality and treat insomnia. The company has made progress, … [Read more...]
Sleep Tech Innovator Sleepm Sweeps TITAN Business Awards
Summary: Sleepm Global Inc, a company specializing in technology-driven sleep-enhancing products such as biocrystal mattresses, has been awarded eight honors at the 2024 TITAN Business Awards. The awards, hosted by the International Awards Associate, celebrated the company’s … [Read more...]
Wearable Devices Monitor Sailor Sleep During Naval Exercise
Summary: The Naval Health Research Center (NHRC) is conducting a study during the RIMPAC 2024 exercise to monitor sleep and fatigue among sailors aboard the USS Curtis Wilbur. Approximately 200 sailors will wear rings and watches that collect biometric data, primarily focusing on … [Read more...]
Inspire Recalls Component of Neurostimulator Therapy for OSA
Summary: Inspire Medical Systems has issued a recall for its Inspire IV implantable pulse generator used in treating obstructive sleep apnea due to a manufacturing defect. This defect may cause system malfunctions, including electrical leakage, potentially leading to serious … [Read more...]
Children’s Hospital LA Pulmonologist Earns Education Accolade
Summary: Iris Perez, MD, a pediatric pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, received the Excellence in Education Award from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Recognized at the SLEEP 2024 conference for her contributions to … [Read more...]
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