Results of a recent study show that African-Americans experience a lower occurrence of periodic limb movements during sleep (PLMS) than do Caucasians. The population-based sampling from tri-county Detroit found the overall prevalence of PLMS to
Read MoreA 12-week study of LUNESTA 2 mg showed elderly patients taking the drug experienced significant improvements in measures of daytime function. Participants in the study completed an electronic diary at the end of each day to capture measures of d
Read MoreLast Updated: 2008-09-05 17:39:38 -0400 (Reuters Health) Adults with refractory partial epilepsy and obstructive sleep apnea have a reduction in seizure activity if their obstructive sleep apnea is managed with continuous positive airway pressur
Read MoreThe American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) reports that legislation was introduced to the Washington, DC, city council regarding polysomnography and polysomnographic technologists. The legislation proposes creating a definition of polysomnog
Read MoreNovacea Inc and Transcept Pharmaceuticals Inc have signed a merger agreement in which the companies will form one specialty pharmaceutical company intended to develop new patient benefits from innovative applications of existing prescription sleep
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