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On the HCPLive sleep page, resources on the topics of medical news and expert insight into sleep medicine can be found. Content includes articles, interviews, videos, podcasts, and breaking news on sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and more.

After studying sweat metabolic changes, investigators noted significant effects in the metabolism of carbohydrates, amino acids, energy metabolism, the urea cycle, and metabolic pathways connected to oxidative stress due to OSA and the severity stage.

Night Sweats Could Shed Light on Sleep Apnea Stage

Compared to individuals without OSA and regular sleep, individuals with OSA combined with severely irregular sleep had the highest odds of hypertension, according to a new study.

Irregular Sleeping Linked to Greater Risk of OSA, Hypertension

A new study found smoking affects serum leptin levels for patients with obstructive sleep apnea on positive airway pressure therapy. Serum leptin levels increased in 40% of active smokers with obstructive sleep apnea but did not increase in any of the non-smokers.

 Positive Airway Pressure Therapy Increases Leptin Levels for Smokers with OSA

The FDA issued a warning about the DreamStation 2 CPAP Machine, which is used to treat obstructive sleep apnea, due to reports of the device overheating and leading to fires, smoke, and burns.

FDA Warns About CPAP Machine Overheating Risk

A new study found a 35% prevalence of newly diagnosed obstructive sleep apnea in patients with lingering COVID-19 symptoms of fatigue or sleepiness. 


Post-COVID-19 Sleepiness Could be Undiagnosed Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Study Finds

The study presents a machine learning algorithm utilizing ECG data during CPAP titration that can effectively forecast sleep apnea events.

Machine Learning Algorithm Shows Promise in Forecasting Sleep Apnea Events

Certain craniofacial measurements identified by lateral cephalograms exhibit notable variations in patients with obstructive sleep apnea, providing potential indicators for early diagnosis.

Craniofacial Measurements from Lateral Cephalograms Reveal Insights into Sleep Apnea

Knowing how patients with different endotypes respond to CPAP therapy can help physicians predict treatment efficacy and tailor individualized treatment plans, according to results.

Endotyping in Sleep Apnea May Optimize CPAP Treatment

Sleep quality and the absence of sleep apnea may play a crucial role in preserving cognitive function over time, emphasizing the significance of addressing sleep disturbances for overall brain health.

Relationship Identified in Sleep Quality, Sleep Apnea, and Cognitive Function

Disrupted sleep is prevalent among children and adolescents with Down syndrome and prompt diagnosis and management of the condition are crucial to ensure optimal health and well-being in this population.