Weekly Blog Summary (31/1/2014 to 7/2/2014)
Winter Viruses may be Behind Sleep-disordered Breathing Spike in Children
A recent study has shown that asthma and allergies do not contribute to pediatric sleep-disordered breathing. Viruses alone, they say, may be responsible for the seasonal variation seen in children. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/winter-viruses-may-be-behind-sleep-disordered-breathing-spike-childrenSource URL: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/266276.php
Brain Imaging Study Reveals the Wandering Mind behind Insomnia
A recent study has shown that insomnia subjects did not properly turn on brain regions critical to a working memory task and did not turn off 'mind-wandering' brain regions irrelevant to the task.Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/brain-imaging-study-reveals-wandering-mind-behind-insomnia Source URL: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/265566.php
Child’s Poor Sleep Can Cause Difficult Behaviour
A study has revealed that children who snore or have sleep apnoea rarely get a good night’s sleep and will end up having trouble in their daily activities and interactions.Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/child%E2%80%99s-poor-sleep-can-cause-difficult-behaviour Source URL: http://www.therecord.com/living-story/4230520-child-s-poor-sleep-can-cause-difficult-behaviour/
ACHC Sleep Accreditation Accepted by UnitedHealthcare’s Southeast Region
The UnitedHealthcare has accepted the Accreditation Commission for Health Care’s Sleep Accreditation program aimed at sleep services providers in the Southeast region of America. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/achc-sleep-accreditation-accepted-unitedhealthcare%E2%80%99s-southeast-region Source URL: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/11/prweb11362220.htm
Severity of Sleep Apnoea Predicts Aggressiveness of Melanoma
According to a recent study, the severity of sleep apnoea can independently predict the aggressiveness of malignant skin melanoma.Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/severity-sleep-apnoea-predicts-aggressiveness-melanoma-0
Source URL: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/265917.php
Study Suggests Sleep Apnoea in Young Children Common after Adenotonsillectomy
A recent study of children younger than 3 years of age with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) suggests that many of them will have residual OSA after adenotonsillectomy intended to treat it. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/study-suggests-sleep-apnoea-young-children-common-after-adenotonsillectomy-0 Source URL: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/265955.php
Americans are Popping Sleeping Pills in Record Numbers
A study undertaken by the Federal Government indicates that more than nine million Americans are dependent on prescription sleeping drugs to get a good night’s sleep. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/americans-are-popping-sleeping-pills-record-numbers Source URL: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/11/21/sleeping-pills.aspx
'Beauty Rest' Effect of CPAP Sleep Apnoea Treatment
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine shows that patients appear more alert, youthful and attractive after undergoing sleep apnoea treatment for 2 months. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/beauty-rest-effect-cpap-sleep-apnoea-treatment Source URL: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/266167.php
Australian Scientist Finds New Causes of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
A researcher at Neuroscience Research, Australia has included muscle responsiveness in sleep, waking too easily and a response to carbon dioxide as other causes of OSA. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/australian-scientist-finds-new-causes-obstructive-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://www.china.org.cn/world/Off_the_Wire/2013-11/21/content_30665855.htm
It seems that there is a mismatch between the predicted prevalence of the common sleep-related respiratory condition 'obstructive sleep apnoea' (OSA), and the availability of services with which to diagnose and treat it in the UK. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/new-research-reveals-concerning-inconsistency-uk-services-dangerous-sleep-disorder-obstructiv-0 Source URL: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/266315.php
Study Finds Significantly Higher Prevalence of Glaucoma in People with Sleep Apnoea
In a recent study from Taiwan, people with sleep apnoea are far more likely to develop glaucoma compared to those without the sleep condition. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/study-finds-significantly-higher-prevalence-glaucoma-people-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/264594.php
Sleep Apnoea Tests Will be Required for Obese Pilots
The Federal Aviation Administration has announced that obese pilots and eventually all pilots will have to undergo screening for obstructive sleep apnoea.Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-apnoea-tests-will-be-required-obese-pilots Source URL: http://guardianlv.com/2013/11/sleep-apnoea-tests-will-be-required-for-obese-pilots/
Sleep Apnoea and Treatment Affects PTSD Symptoms
Studies suggest that sleep apnoea can contribute to certain symptoms of anxiety disorders and that treatment of sleep apnoea can help bring relief, especially to those with PTSD. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-apnoea-and-treatment-affects-ptsd-symptoms Source URL: http://guardianlv.com/2013/09/sleep-apnoea-and-treatment-affects-ptsd-symptoms/
Sleep Apnoea Increases Danger of Sudden Cardiac Death
Recently published research in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology reveals that sleep apnoea has been found to increase the danger of sudden cardiac death. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-apnoea-increases-danger-sudden-cardiac-death Source URL: http://guardianlv.com/2013/06/sleep-apnoea-increases-danger-of-sudden-cardiac-death/
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea and Type 2 Diabetes — Examining the Link
A study by researchers at the University of Chicago indicates that frequently interrupted sleep can cause lipocytes and fat cells to become more insulin resistant, a precursor of Type 2 diabetes. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/obstructive-sleep-apnoea-and-type-2-diabetes-%E2%80%94-examining-link Source URL: http://www.mdnews.com/news/2013_12/obstructive-sleep-apnoea-and-type-2-diabetes.aspx
Mandibular Advancement for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
Oral appliance therapy gives reasonable responses and cure rates in patients with OSA. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/mandibular-advancement-obstructive-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://archotol.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=1775607#Abstract
TemporoMandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) – A Close Look at Jaw Joint and Jaw Muscle Conditions
People with TMJ will develop serious and chronic symptoms, including jaw pain, stiffness of the jaw, headaches, sensitive teeth, difficulty in opening the mouth, eating hard foods can be painful, and awareness of grinding/clenching teeth. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/temporomandibular-joint-disorder-tmj-%E2%80%93-close-look-jaw-joint-and-jaw-muscle-conditions Source URL: http://patienttalk.org/?p=1629
Sleep Apnoea Can Cause Mental Illness
Experts think that lack of oxygen to the brain due to lack of sleep causes mental illness. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-apnoea-can-cause-mental-illness-0 Source URL: http://guardianlv.com/2013/08/sleep-apnoea-can-cause-mental-illness/
Sleep Apnoea Treatment Makes You Look Attractive
Sleep apnoea patients under CPAP therapy for at least eight weeks looked more alert, youthful and attractive. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-apnoea-treatment-makes-you-look-attractive Source URL: http://guardianlv.com/2013/09/sleep-apnoea-treatment-makes-you-look-attractive/
New Recommendations to Doctors for Treating Sleep Apnoea
The new guidelines for treating obstructive sleep apnoea put emphasis on maintaining healthy weight and CPAP therapy.= Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/new-recommendations-doctors-treating-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-michael-j-breus/sleep-apnoea_b_4241113.html?ir=Health+and+Fitness&utm_hp_ref=health-fitness
Does Your Child Have Sleep Apnoea? What You Need to Know
Sleep apnoea can happen at any age, but it’s most common in children who are ages 3 to 7 and during middle school. It been linked to attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, irritability and behavioral problems. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/does-your-child-have-sleep-apnoea-what-you-need-know-0 Source URL: http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/10/27/does-your-child-have-sleep-apnoea-what-need-to-know/
Overweight Pilots, Controllers Should Take Sleep Apnoea Test
The Federal Aviation Administration is examining the issue, and encouraging all overweight pilots and controllers to have testing for sleep apnoea. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/overweight-pilots-controllers-should-take-sleep-apnoea-test Source URL: http://topnews.us/content/258972-overweight-pilots-controllers-should-give-sleep-apnoea-test
UCLA Sleep Apnoea Study Uncovers More Hidden Dangers for Women
A new study from the UCLA School of Nursing indicates that people with obstructive sleep apnoea have weak autonomic responses. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/ucla-sleep-apnoea-study-uncovers-more-hidden-dangers-women Source URL: http://www.thealmagest.com/ucla-sleep-apnoea-study-uncovers-hidden-dangers-women/5279
Study Links Moderate Belly Weight to Sound Sleep
The key ingredient for improved sleep quality was a reduction in overall body fat, and, in particular belly fat regardless of the age or gender of an individual. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/study-links-moderate-belly-weight-sound-sleep Source URL: http://www.punchng.com/feature/study-links-moderate-belly-weight-to-sound-sleep/
Sleeping Disorders: An Introduction
The National Sleep Foundation recommends that children and patients recuperating from health problems should get more sleep to aid in growth and recovery. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleeping-disorders-introduction Source URL: ttp://optalert.com/sleeping-disorder/
Snoring, Mouth-Breathing Tots More Likely to Develop Behavioral Problems
A new study found that children with sleep disordered breathing developed behavioral problems compared with kids who breathe normally during sleep. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/snoring-mouth-breathing-tots-more-likely-develop-behavioral-problems Source URL: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/snoring-mouth-breathing-tots-more-likely-to-develop-behavioral-problems/
Obstructive sleep apnoea has been associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation and a host of other heart problems. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/effect-sleep-apnoea-and-continuous-positive-airway-pressure-cardiac-structure-and-recurrence-at Source URL: http://jaha.ahajournals.org/content/2/6/e000421.short
Lifestyle Choices May Help Treat Mild Sleep Apnoea
There are lifestyle-changes you can make that will help manage OSA such as maintaining healthy body weight. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/lifestyle-choices-may-help-treat-mild-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/sns-201311141630--tms--mayoclnctnmc-b20131114-20131114,0,3223362.story
An Effective Alternative to CPAP for Sleep Apnoea
Oral appliance therapy is an effective alternative to CPAP for patients with mild to severe sleep apnoea. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/effective-alternative-cpap-sleep-apnoea-0 Source URL: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-michael-j-breus/sleep-apnoea_b_3942193.html
Treat Your Sleep Apnoea and Look Younger
New research indicates that effectively treating sleep apnoea with CPAP therapy results in patients looking younger and more attractive. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/treat-your-sleep-apnoea-and-look-younger-0 Source URL: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-michael-j-breus/treating-sleep-apnoea_b_4109379.html
New Recommendations for Doctors Treating Sleep Apnoea
The best choices for treatment of OSA would be CPAP therapy and losing weight according to new recommendations from the American College of Physicians. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/new-recommendations-doctors-treating-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-michael-j-breus/sleep-apnoea_b_4241113.html
Study Links Sleep to Mood Disturbance, Poor Quality of Life in Obese
It was noted that for age, sex, hypertension, diabetes, and obstructive sleep apnoea, sleep quality and daytime sleepiness were significantly associated with mood disturbance and quality of life impairment. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/study-links-sleep-mood-disturbance-poor-quality-life-obese Source URL: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/12/131204182437.htm
What is Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)? How Does it Impact Teeth?
Teeth grinding will cause cavities, tooth chipping and loosening of teeth, and is a precursor to temporomandibular joint disorder. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/what-bruxism-teeth-grinding-how-does-it-impact-teeth Source URL: http://www.wayzatadental.com/what-is-bruxism-teeth-grinding-how-does-it-impact-teeth/
The Sad Reality about Sleep in the Transportation Industry
According to data from the National Sleep Foundation, train operators were the most likely to experience sleep related job performance issues. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sad-reality-about-sleep-transportation-industry Source URL: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/12/03/transportation-workers-sleep_n_4378988.html
Australian Scientist Finds New Causes of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea
An Australian scientist and his team have recently found that muscle responsiveness in sleep, waking too easily, and a response to carbon dioxide are other causes of sleep apnoea. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/australian-scientist-finds-new-causes-obstructive-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/health/2013-11/21/c_132907030.htm
Noise is Bad for Health, Study Finds
Exposure to high levels of noise creates a stress response which subsequently leads to the release of hormones which cause high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/noise-bad-health-study-finds Source URL: http://articles.philly.com/2013-12-02/news/44662177_1_airport-noise-ear-buds-high-blood-pressure
Sleep Problems Common among Middle-Aged Women
A new study shows that approximately a quarter of middle aged women have poor sleep quality. Menopause and hormonal changes are reasons behind these sleep problems. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-problems-common-among-middle-aged-women Source URL: http://wnflam.com/news/articles/2013/dec/11/sleep-problems-common-among-middle-aged-women/
Sleep Apnoea in Truck Drivers Poses a Threat to Others Who Share the Road
A study has revealed that a third of all commercial truck drivers are diagnosed with mild to moderate sleep apnoea. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-apnoea-truck-drivers-poses-threat-others-who-share-road Source URL: http://shipping.einnews.com/247pr/371469
Straight Teeth Talk: The Dangers of Sleep Apnoea
Sleep apnoea leads to low oxygen levels and the long term effects is a condition called oxidative stress. Oxidative stress causes plaque formation and atherosclerosis. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/straight-teeth-talk-dangers-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2013/dec/03/gl_mac_lee_120413_226425/?viewpoints
Risk for Serious Sleep Breathing Disorder is High in Quadriplegics
The findings of a recent study suggest that patients who are paralysed from the neck down — or quadriplegics — have a heightened risk of central sleep apnoea. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/risk-serious-sleep-breathing-disorder-high-quadriplegics Source URL: http://www.medindia.net/news/risk-for-serious-sleep-breathing-disorder-is-high-in-quadriplegics-128866-1.htm
Snoring linked to Increased Stroke Risk
Recent research says that people who snore heavily are twice as likely to suffer a stroke as those who sleep peacefully. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/snoring-linked-increased-stroke-risk Source URL: http://zeenews.india.com/news/health/diseases/snoring-linked-to-increased-stroke-risk_25483.html
Unusual OSA Suspects
Children with persistent sleep apnoea were also seven times more likely to have parent-reported learning problems and three times more likely to have school grades of C or lower. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/unusual-osa-suspects Source URL: http://nursing.advanceweb.com/Lifestyle-for-Nurses/Health-Wellness/Unusual-OSA-Suspects.aspx
Having Sleep Troubles? Try an At-Home Test
A good night's sleep is an elusive dream for many people. The home test is a cheaper and more convenient option available for patients. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/having-sleep-troubles-try-home-test Source URL: http://www.montereyherald.com/lifestyle/ci_24694080/having-sleep-troubles-try-an-at-home-test
Sleep Deprivation: Here's What Can Happen
Research suggests, however, that the risk of developing depression is highest among people with sleep disorders. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-deprivation-heres-what-can-happen-0 Source URL: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/irene-ross/sleep -deprivation_b_4380627.html?ir=Health+and+Fitness&utm_hp_ref=health-fitness
Engineer in Metro-North Crash to be Tested for Sleep Apnoea: Report
The recent accident of a Metro-North engineer may be due to his suffering from a sleep disorder that caused him to zone out right before the train derailed. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/engineer-metro-north-crash-be-tested-sleep-apnoea-report Source URL: http://www.metro.us/newyork/news/2013/12/06/engineer-in-metro-north-crash-to-be-tested-for-sleep-apnoea-report/#sthash.ht5LJRVw.dpuf
Sleep Deprivation: Here's What Can Happen
The effects of sleep deprivation range from increased risk of injury and accidents sleep paralysis, depression, excessive weight gain to compromised immunity. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-deprivation-heres-what-can-happen Source URL: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/irene-ross/sleep-deprivation_b_4380627.html
House Committee Moves to Slow Proposed Sleep Apnoea Policy
The US Congress is now slowing the FAA from testing overweight pilots and air traffic controllers for sleep apnoea. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/house-committee-moves-slow-proposed-sleep-apnoea-policy Source URL: http://generalaviationnews.com/2013/12/05/house-committee-moves-to-slow-overweight-medical-tests/
Scientists now believe that an approximate 70 per cent of cases of bruxism are linked to stress or anxiety. Teeth grinding is a problem that happens subconsciously during the night. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/stress-and-tooth-grinding
Do You or a Loved One Have Sleep Apnoea?
Sleep apnoea can be a life-threatening condition, especially when coupled with any other comorbidity. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/do-you-or-loved-one-have-sleep-apnoea Source URL: http://greenburgh.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/do-you-or-loved-one-have-sleep-apnoea
Sleep Apnoea – Do You Have It?
Sleep apnoea is associated with an increased risk of side effects from surgery including pulmonary and cardiac complications which lead to long hospitalization and even death. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-apnoea-%E2%80%93-do-you-have-it Source URL: http://survivingamericanmedicine.com/sleep-apnoea-do-you-have-it/
Insomnia Linked to Increased GERD Risk
Do you sleep well at night? A recent cross-sectional study shows that insomnia is associated with a 3.5-fold increased risk for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/insomnia-linked-increased-gerd-risk-0 Source URL: http://www.news-medical.net/news/20131209/Insomnia-linked-to-increased-GERD-risk.aspx
Snoring Habits Increase the Risk of Stroke
A recent study revealed that people who have the habit of snoring are more at risk of a fatal stroke and heart disease than people who do not snore.Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/snoring-habits-increase-risk-stroke Source URL: http://medicmagic.net/snoring-habits-increase-the-risk-of-stroke.html
Scientists found that short sleepers (less than six hours) were 20 percent more prone to developing hypertension. A second study reported that resistant hypertension was more prevalent in women. Link to blog post: https://www.somnowell.com/blog/sleep-and-high-blood-pressure Source URL: http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/robert-rosenberg-sleep-answers/sleep-and-high-blood-pressure/
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