Sleep disorders

USPSTF: Not enough evidence to screen for OSA in asymptomatic

(HealthDay)—Current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of screening for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults without any known signs or symptoms of the condition, according to a U.S. ...

Sleep disorders

Implantable device cuts obstructive sleep apnea symptoms

Since the 1980s, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) - in which positive pressure is pushed through the nasal airways to help users breathe while sleeping - has been by far the most widely used treatment for obstructive ...

Pediatrics

Help your kids sleep in heavenly peace

(HealthDay)—Changes in routine can shortchange children's sleep during the holidays, so a sleep medicine expert offers some advice for parents.

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