May 1st 2024
A recent meta-analysis drew limited conclusions about the impact of 1-night sleep restriction on cognitive function, stressing the need for further research consideration.
The Promising Role of Novel and Emerging Therapies for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Clinical and Managed Care Insights
1.0 Credit / Neurology
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Evolving Treatment Strategies in the Management of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension: Key Insights for the Pharmacist, featuring a Patient Perspective
1.5 Credits / Pulmonology/Respiratory
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Advances in EGFR Exon 20 Insertion-Positive Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Focus on Specialty Pharmacy Interventions
1.5 Credits / Oncology, Pulmonology/Respiratory
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Strategies for the Management and Treatment of ALS: The Value of Early Diagnosis and Clinical Intervention
3.0 Credits / Neurology
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Advancing Targeted Therapies Aimed at Smoldering Disease in Multiple Sclerosis
June 27, 2024 | 1:00 & 7:00 PM EDT
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Leveraging Managed Care to Optimize Best Practices in the Treatment of Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
1.0 Credit / Neurology
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Advances and Best Practices for Managed Care Pharmacists and the Treatment of Patients with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
1.0 Credit / Pulmonology/Respiratory
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Improving Outcomes and Quality of Care in Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Updates in Treatment Advances
2.0 Credits / Neurology
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New and Emerging Treatment Strategies for Myasthenia Gravis: The Role of the Specialty Pharmacist
1.0 Credit / Neurology
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Improving Treatment Access for Spinal Muscular Atrophy: How Managed Care Strategies Can Ease Clinical and Caregiver Burden
1.5 Credits / Neurology
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Assessing the Treatment Landscape for Multiple Sclerosis to Better Individualize Care
1.5 Credits / Neurology
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Detrimental Sleep Disturbances Seen in Patients With Alzheimer, Their Caregivers
September 18th 2019The importance of sleep is magnified for patients with Alzheimer disease (AD), who commonly experience sleep disturbances due to changes in their neurotransmitter systems. However, the impact of AD and other dementias on sleep is also seen among caregivers of patients with dementia.
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Late-Night Sleep Patterns, Timing Preferences Linked to Risk of Obesity for Teen Girls, Study Says
September 16th 2019The sleep timing preferences and patterns of adolescent girls are linked to an increased risk for obesity, with weaker, albeit non-significant, associations observed in boys, according to a new study.
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Nighttime Oxygen Desaturation Found to Be Major Contributor to Daytime Sleepiness in OSA
September 11th 2019In a new study, researchers compared the associations between several measures of breathing patterns during sleep and daytime sleepiness related to obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). They found that nighttime oxygen desaturation severity was a strong predictor of sleepiness.
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Sleep Apnea, Insomnia Linked With Higher Postoperative Opioid Use, Care Utilization
September 2nd 2019In individuals undergoing hip arthroscopy in the Military Health System, a diagnosis of sleep apnea or insomnia after the surgery was associated with chronic opioid use, more healthcare visits, and higher medical costs.
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Solriamfetol Launches With Schedule IV Designation, Phase 3 Study Results
August 19th 2019Prior to the launch of solriamfetol (Sunosi) for narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea, the Drug Enforcement Administration designated it as a Schedule IV drug, indicating that it has a low potential for abuse and a low risk of dependence. Around the same time, results from the phase 3 TONES 3 study were published, showing the drug’s efficacy in increasing wakefulness and reducing sleepiness.
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea an Underlying Cause of Antidepressant Medication Resistance, Study Shows
August 10th 2019Obstructive sleep apnea, a catalyst for higher rates of depression, is a factor in the failure of major depressive disorder treatment, according to a June study published in The Journal of Psychiatric Research.
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Solriamfetol Shows Efficacy in Treating Sleepiness, Impaired Wakefulness
August 5th 2019In a phase 3 study, solriamfetol demonstrated both safety and efficacy in patients with narcolepsy. The selective dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor has a mechanism of action different from other wake-promoting agents.
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Top Experts to Discuss Stroke Care, Sleep Disorders, and More at Future of Neurology Congress
July 29th 2019Top professionals in neurology will convene in New York City for the first annual International Congress on the Future of Neurology to discuss the latest data and best practices to better inform clinical decision making. The meeting will be held September 27-28 at the InterContinental New York Times Square.
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Dr David Kingdon: Future Directions for Research on CBT in Psychosis
July 3rd 2019David Kingdon, MD, professor of mental health care delivery, University of Southampton, outlined some future avenues for research on the use of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in psychosis, including the benefits of “worry periods” and studies on sleep.
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Gender Differences in Prescribing of Zolpidem in the Veterans Health Administration
We found inappropriate prescribing of zolpidem, in terms of both guideline-discordant dosage and coprescribing with benzodiazepines, with female veterans affected more than male veterans.
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Poor Sleep Quality Prevalent Among Patients with Probable Migraine, Study Finds
August 1st 2018Previous research has revealed that poor sleep quality is common among those with migraine. New study results point to similar findings for those with probable migraine—a subtype of migraine that is common in the general population.
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How Exercise, Diet, Sleep, and Hearing Affect Brain Aging
November 11th 2017Exercise, diet, sleep, and hearing are 4 major factors that impact our aging, said Stephen M. Stahl, MD, PhD, adjunct professor of psychiatry, University of California San Diego during a session at the 2017 Neuroscience Educational Institute (NEI) Congress.
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Possible Connections Between Sleep Issues and ADHD
September 11th 2017There may be a connection between sleep troubles and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to an expert at the 30th European College of Neuropsychopharmacology Congress, which was held September 2-5 in Paris, France.
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