Summary: Apnimed Inc, a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing oral therapies for obstructive sleep apnea and other sleep disorders, will showcase findings from a recent clinical trial on obesity hypoventilation syndrome (OHS) at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) … [Read more...]
Phase 2 Study of ALKS 2680 Begins for Narcolepsy Type 2
Summary: Alkermes plc has initiated the Vibrance-2 study, a phase 2 clinical trial designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of ALKS 2680, a novel oral orexin 2 receptor agonist, in treating narcolepsy type 2. The study will involve approximately 80 adults with narcolepsy type … [Read more...]
Levodopa Enhances Sleep for Parkinson’s Patients, Study Shows
Summary: A study involving 22 Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients demonstrated that the dopaminergic drug levodopa significantly improves sleep quality. When patients took levodopa, the number of nighttime awakenings decreased by 25%, and the time spent awake during the night fell … [Read more...]
First Patient Dosed in Phase 3 Study of Lumryz for IH
Summary: Avadel Pharmaceuticals has commenced dosing in the REVITALYZ phase 3 study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Lumryz, an extended-release sodium oxybate, as a treatment for idiopathic hypersomnia (IH). The study, involving approximately 150 adults, aims to assess the … [Read more...]
Botanical Ingredient Vanizem Enhances Sleep Quality: Study
Summary: PLT Health Solutions has launched Vanizem, a botanical ingredient derived from the Aframomum melegueta plant, which has been clinically demonstrated to reduce stress, enhance mood, and improve sleep quality. The ingredient, introduced to European markets earlier this … [Read more...]
New Study Seeks to Explain Why Some Babies Are More Vulnerable to SIDS
Summary: A European research group has proposed a new model to explain sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), focusing on the balance between infants’ protective factors and developmental challenges. Published in Human Nature, the study highlights how infants develop protective … [Read more...]
Mouse Study Sheds Light on Sleep Apnea’s Role in Chronic Pain
Summary: A new study explores the link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and chronic pain. The research found that hypoxia increases pain sensitivity by recruiting macrophages to sensory nerve tissues. This discovery highlights potential targets for treating pain in OSA … [Read more...]
Study Reveals Top Mattress Features Consumers Want in 2024
Summary: Sit ‘n Sleep, a Southern California mattress superstore, released a study combining consumer research and industry insights to reveal what buyers want in a mattress in 2024 and how these factors influence their purchasing decisions. The study highlights the importance of … [Read more...]
How to Prepare for the Year-End Sleep Study Spike
By Jane Kollmer For many people, the end of the year includes family gatherings, holiday festivities, and—perhaps—sleep studies. Several factors could influence people to address sleep problems during the final months of the calendar year. In areas with cold temperatures and … [Read more...]
New Study Explores Sleep’s Impact on Women’s Cognitive Health
Summary: The Scripps Research Digital Trials Center has initiated the REFRESH-NOW study to explore the relationship between sleep and cognitive health in women aged 55 and older. Utilizing activity trackers and a smartphone app, the study will gather extensive sleep data over … [Read more...]