Women’s Health Initiative may account for insomnia’s upward trend
DENVER – Much of the rising prevalence of insomnia among U.S. and Canadian adults may be driven by the sharp reduction in the use of hormone replacement therapy following the 2002 report from the... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 28, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Upper airway stimulation for obstructive sleep apnea shows continued benefit at 42 months
DENVER – The surgically implanted Inspire system for controlled upper airway stimulation as therapy for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea demonstrated sustained benefit at 42 months of... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 27, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Peds, FPs flunk screening children for obstructive sleep apnea
DENVER – A high degree of unwarranted practice variation exists among pediatricians and family physicians with regard to screening children for obstructive sleep apnea in accord with current... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 27, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Supreme Court deadlocks on immigration policy case
Supreme Court justices have deadlocked on whether protections for undocumented immigrants can be expanded under an executive order by the President. In a June 23 decision, justices were equally... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 23, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Long-term metformin use protective against neurodegenerative disease
NEW ORLEANS – The use of metformin for at least 2 years had a protective effect on the incidence of neurodegenerative disease among elderly veterans, according to results from a large analysis of... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 23, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

House Republicans unveil long-awaited plan to replace health law
Six years after promising a plan to “repeal and replace” the federal health law, House Republicans are finally ready to deliver. The <a... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 22, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

ACIP recommends MenACWY vaccine for HIV-infected persons 2 months and older
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices unanimously voted to recommend that all HIV-infected persons aged 2 months and older receive the... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 22, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Medicare Trust Fund projected to run dry in 2028
The Medicare Trust Fund is projected to become insolvent in 2028, 2 years earlier than projected this time last year. The change is based on two key factors: an expected reduction in payroll taxes... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 22, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Dos and don’ts of dealing with disruptive behavior
CHICAGO – Dealing with disruptive behavior by staff and colleagues isn’t just about knowing what to do – it’s also about knowing what not to do. Often, mishandling disruptive behavior can make... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 22, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Sleep apnea in later life more than doubles subsequent Alzheimer’s risk
DENVER – Obstructive sleep apnea diagnosed later in life is associated with an increased likelihood of subsequent Alzheimer’s disease, Dr. Omonigho Bubu reported at the annual meeting of the... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 22, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Insomnia is pervasive in adult neurodevelopmental disorders
DENVER – Adults with ADHD or autism spectrum disorder experience a high burden of sleep disturbances, especially insomnia, Dr. Anastasios Galanopoulos reported at the annual meeting of the Associated... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 22, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

USPSTF opposes screening for obstructive sleep apnea in draft recommendation
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has issued a draft recommendation opposing screening for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults who are asymptomatic for the breathing disorder. The USPSTF’s... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 20, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Updated Behçet’s disease recommendations expand biologic treatment
LONDON – A EULAR task force issued the first update to recommendations for managing Behçet’s disease since 2008, with revised recommendations that reflect expanded use of biologic agents, and... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 20, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Estimating the number of sports-related concussions in U.S. children
Between 1.1 million and 1.9 million sports- and recreation-related concussions (SRRCs) occur annually in U.S. children aged 18 years and under, according to a new study. In the United States, more... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 20, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

SLEEP TIGHT: CPAP may be vasculoprotective in stroke/TIA
DENVER – Long-term continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for treatment of sleep apnea in patients with a recent mild stroke or transient ischemic attack resulted in improved cardiovascular and... (Source: Clinical Neurology News)
Source: Clinical Neurology News - June 17, 2016 Category: Neurology Source Type: news