Summary: A study presented at the Anesthesiology 2024 annual meeting shows that poor sleep quality in the month leading up to surgery is associated with an increased risk of postoperative delirium, a condition causing confusion and cognitive issues after surgery. Researchers … [Read more...]
Shadows to Light Gala Recognizes Three Narcolepsy Leaders, Raises $450,000
Narcolepsy advocacy organization Wake Up Narcolepsy (WUN) hosted its inaugural Shadows to Light Gala in New York City on September 20, 2024. This large-scale in-person gala raised $450,000, which will be put toward furthering narcolepsy education and awareness, expanding … [Read more...]
Short Sleep While Pregnant Raises Risk of Neurodevelopmental Delays
Summary: A study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism reveals that pregnant women who get less than seven hours of sleep per night may increase the risk of neurodevelopmental delays in their children. Researchers analyzed data from over 7,000 … [Read more...]
XII Medical Raises $45M to Advance Neuromodulation Therapy for OSA
Summary: XII Medical Inc, a clinical-stage medical technology company focused on developing neuromodulation therapies for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), has raised $45 million in Series B equity financing. The funding, led by Omega Funds with participation from new and existing … [Read more...]
‘Bed Rotting’ Trend Raises Concerns About Teen Mental Health
Summary: Embark Behavioral Health is raising awareness about the “bed rotting” trend, where teens spend excessive time in bed, potentially leading to loneliness, screen addiction, and negative impacts on mental health. The trend, popularized on social media as a way to recharge, … [Read more...]
Short Sleep Raises Hypertension Risk—Especially for Women
Summary: A world investigation of 16 experiments involving in excess of a million members reveals that sleeping much less than seven hrs noticeably raises the threat of developing high blood pressure, with the danger intensifying for these who sleep less than 5 hrs. This … [Read more...]