Mental Health DailyResearch. Evidence. Perspective.Published research on sleep apnea.
A 2026 review found dexmedetomidine, ketamine, propofol, nerve blocks and acupuncture unproven for chronic insomnia. Their best trials were around surgery; CBT-I remains first-line.
Read articleSleep apnea often goes unnoticed in people with cancer, and a 2026 review argues that a closer look at the mouth, jaw and nose could help catch it. The researchers propose adding a dental an…
Read articleA 2026 meta-analysis of 4 randomized trials found that GLP-1 receptor agonists reduced obstructive sleep apnea severity by 13.89 apnea-hypopnea events per hour compared with placebo, alongsi…
Read articleA 2026 CARDIOSA-12 secondary analysis found that active hypoglossal nerve stimulation improved sleepiness, insomnia, snoring, and sleep-related function, but objective cognitive test perform…
Read articleA 2026 secondary analysis of the HomePAP trial found that each 10 L/min more unintentional CPAP mask leak was associated with 26.6 fewer PAP minutes per night and 7.2 percentage-point fewer …
Read articleIn a new study leveraging Mendelian Randomization, researchers highlight the complex interplay between psychiatric disorders, specifically major depressive disorder (MDD), and obstructive sl…
Read articleSleep and inflammation have long been topics of scientific inquiry, with a growing body of evidence underscoring their intricate relationship. The systemic immune-inflammation index (SII), a…
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