May 13, 2025
Summary: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared SleepioRx, a digital therapeutic developed by Big Health for the treatment of chronic insomnia. SleepioRx employs cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) to address the cognitive and behavioral factors that sustain insomnia. The therapeutic has demonstrated efficacy in clinical trials, showing up to 76% of…
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Summary: A study by the National University of Singapore (NUS) found that supplementation with 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) significantly improves sleep quality and gut microbiota composition in older adults, particularly those with poor sleep patterns. The 12-week clinical trial revealed that 5-HTP enhances sleep by modulating neurotransmitters involved in the sleep-wake cycle and boosts gut health, indicating…
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Summary: A recent survey has found that Samsung’s WindFree air conditioner is primarily chosen for its ability to enhance sleep quality, with 58% of users citing “comfortable sleep” as their main reason. The technology, which evenly distributes airflow through micro air holes, has seen global sales growth since its launch in 2017, according to Samsung.…
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Summary: Avadel Pharmaceuticals announced its second-quarter results, highlighting the progress of its narcolepsy drug, Lumryz. The company initiated a phase 3 trial for Lumryz in idiopathic hypersomnia and awaits an FDA decision on its use in pediatric narcolepsy. Lumryz, approved by the FDA as a once-at-bedtime treatment for cataplexy or excessive daytime sleepiness in adults,…
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Summary: The Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT) announced Griselda Molina from Westminster, Colo, as the winner of its A-STEP/STAR Educational Grant Program. Chosen from over 40 applications across 23 states and several countries, Molina, with a decade of experience in sleep technology, demonstrated a commitment to advancing her knowledge and skills. The grant provides…
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Summary: A new study reveals a link between loneliness and more frequent, intense nightmares. The research suggests that stress, rumination, and hyperarousal, common in lonely individuals, contribute to these nightmares. The findings align with the evolutionary theory that human connection is crucial for survival and well-being. Key Takeaways: Link Between Loneliness and Nightmares: Lonely individuals…
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Summary: Nyxoah SA, the maker of the CE-marked Genio neurostimulator system for obstructive sleep apnea, reported its financial and operational results for the second quarter and first half of 2024. The company has completed its FDA regulatory submission for Genio and expects a decision by the end of 2024. Key financial and operational milestones include…
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 by Anna Poulton In-Work Support Service Coordinator, Mid & North Powys MindThe In-Work Support Service is a new, Welsh Government funded service being delivered by Minds in Powys. It is a 2 years’ project focussed on reducing the impact of health issues in the workplace. It is aimed at individuals and businesses, providing therapeutic support for…
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What is World Mental Health Day?The World Federation for Mental Health was founded in 1948 in the same era as the United Nations (UN) and the World Health Organization (WHO). This year, along with the NHS, it celebrates its 75th birthday.1992 saw the first World Mental Health Day, so this year’s awareness day on 10…
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Lawnsiad Sefydliad DPJ o lyfrau plant hanfodolDPJ founder Emma’s children – Trystan, Mali & Erin Plant Emma, sylfaenydd DPJ – Trystan, Mali ac ErinOn Tuesday 10 October 2023, World Mental Health Awareness Day, The DPJ Foundation shared their first series of therapeutic children’s picture books the “Dan Y Bont” series with schools across Wales.The DPJ Foundation,…
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