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People who used positive airway pressure therapy were less likely than others to receive a new diagnosis of dementia or mild cognitive impairment over the next 3 years.

Positive Airway Pressure Therapy for Sleep Apnea Can Reduce Risk of Dementia in Older Adults

Although the technology to remotely connect physician and patient has been in place for years, its use was limited until the spread of COVID-19.

Study: Telemedicine Improves Access to High-Quality Sleep Care

Addressing sleep symptoms during menopause may reduce susceptibility to weight gain.

Study: Sleep Disturbances May Contribute to Weight Gain in Menopause

Adverse effects, such as strange dreams, insomnia, and sleep disorders may be more likely for patients with a history of cardiovascular health issues.

Study: Beta Blockers Unlikely to Cause Depression, Could Contribute to Sleep Disturbances

Cognitive impairment includes memory and thinking problems that affect concentration, decision making and learning new things, which increases as people grow older.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Common in People With Thinking, Memory Problems

Those whose waking time varies from day to day may find themselves in as much of a foul mood as those who stayed up extra late the night before, or who got up extra early that morning, according to the study authors.

Study: Irregular Sleep Conducted to Bad Moods, Depression

Studies have shown that sleep benefits infants’ memories and general cognitive and emotional development.
 

The Role of Sleep in Infant Development

This week on Pharmacy Times, there are a number of important topics that will be covered and posted throughout the week.

Pharmacy Times: Week of February 15 Lineup

Because there are multiple sources for concussion-like symptoms, student-athletes’ post-concussion care should zero in on which symptoms are specifically caused by the injury and which may be caused by other issues.
 

Lack of Sleep, Stress Can Cause Symptoms Resembling Concussion

Frequent nightmares were not associated with heart medications and sleep-disordered breathing, but were linked with depression, anxiety, and insomnia.
 