Podcasts about Sleep medicine

On this edition, Guy Murphy speaks with University of Newcastle alumni and medical director of Sleep Medicine, Dr Antonio Ambrogetti, about factors influencing sleep quality, hygiene, and disorders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you trading your long-term brain health for late-night screen time? Dr. Paul Chung, physician and researcher at Northwestern University, joins host Deborah Westphal to reveal why sleep is far more than rest - and why ignoring it could cost you decades of cognitive health.Dr. Chung is an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University, a pulmonary and sleep medicine physician, and a 2023 Toffler Scholar. His research sits at the intersection of sleep, circadian biology, and Alzheimer's disease - with a special focus on adults with Down syndrome as a model for understanding cognitive decline.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy sleep is an active process of repair - not passive rest - and how it regulates your heart, brain, immune system, and metabolismWhat sleep apnea actually is (beyond snoring) and why it causes a body-wide stress response every single nightWhy sleep apnea remains dramatically underdiagnosed - even 60 years after being formally defined - and what patients say when asked why they skip sleep studiesThe shocking truth: a third of adults and children still aren't getting enough sleep, and the number is even worse for teenagersHow disrupted circadian rhythms are linked to the buildup of amyloid beta - the protein central to Alzheimer's diseaseWhy individuals with Down syndrome are an invaluable research population for understanding Alzheimer's progression in the broader populationWhat "slow wave activity" in sleep EEG data reveals about cognitive declineThe science of chronotherapy - why when you take a medication or vaccine may be just as important as what you takeNight owls vs. early birds: the genetic reality behind your body clock, and why society quietly punishes night owlsThe future of personalized sleep medicine - beyond CPAPKey TakeawaySleep is the third pillar of health alongside diet and exercise - yet it's the one most people sacrifice firstAbout Dr. Paul ChungDr. Paul Chung is a physician and Assistant Professor at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, specializing in pulmonary and sleep medicine. He is a 2023 Toffler Scholar whose research focuses on sleep EEG microstructure, actigraphy, and circadian rhythms as they relate to cognitive vulnerability and Alzheimer's disease - with a particular emphasis on adults with Down syndrome.Research inquiries: paul.chung@northwestern.edu (For clinical appointments, contact Northwestern Medicine directly.)Resources MentionedKaren Toffler Charitable Trust - Funding innovative, early-stage health research: tofflertrust.orgNIH INCLUDE Project - Initiative to increase Down syndrome research funding: www.nih.govAlzheimer's Biomarkers Consortium for Down Syndrome (ABC-DS) - Large collaborative cohort studyNorthwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - Sleep Medicine ProgramIf this conversation opened your eyes to the power of sleep science, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who keeps saying they'll "sleep when they're dead." Your support helps us bring more groundbreaking researchers to this mic.To learn more about the breakthroughs discussed in this episode and to support ongoing research, visit our website at tofflertrust.org. Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co.

"When we sleep, a spinal fluid washes over our brain and gets rid of a peptide called beta-amyloid which is implicated in the Alzheimer dementia process. So if we're not getting enough sleep on a regular basis, we really do suffer the consequences later on." In this Best of Series episode, we replay a chat I had in 2019 with Executive Sleep Guru, Dr Carmel Harrington, on the myths and factors of sleep that drive optimal health, joy and performance.

Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram explores the fundamentals of Ebola virus and the best hope for treatment, especially of the BDBV species. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com/ (This video was recorded on May 28th, 2026) Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor.

Welcome to the NeurologyLive® Mind Moments® podcast. Tune in to hear leaders in neurology sound off on topics that impact your clinical practice.In this Mind Moments episode, Todd Arnedt, PhD, professor of psychiatry and neurology at Michigan Medicine-University of Michigan, joins the podcast to discuss the recently published American Academy of Sleep Medicine clinical practice guideline on combination treatment for chronic insomnia disorder in adults. Arnedt explains the rationale behind formal recommendations for concurrent use of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and pharmacotherapy, particularly as combination treatment becomes increasingly common in clinical practice. The conversation reviews the evidence supporting CBT-I as the preferred foundational treatment approach, where combination therapy may offer advantages over pharmacotherapy alone, and how clinicians should think about factors such as symptom burden, treatment goals, access to CBT-I, and patient preference when selecting treatment strategies. Arnedt also outlines ongoing research gaps involving sequential treatment approaches, medication classes, long-term outcomes, and personalized insomnia care. Looking for more Sleep Disorders discussion? Check out the NeurologyLive® Sleep Disorders clinical focus page.Episode Breakdown: 1:15 – Why formal insomnia combination treatment guidance was needed 2:45 – Defining concurrent CBT-I and pharmacotherapy approaches 4:35 – Evidence supporting CBT-I as foundational insomnia treatment   7:15 – Situations where combination therapy may improve patient outcomes 7:50 – Neurology News Network  10:20 – Patient-specific factors influencing insomnia treatment selection 12:30 – Barriers involving CBT-I access, cost, and real-world implementation 16:55 – Research gaps surrounding sequencing, long-term outcomes, and personalization The stories featured in this week's Neurology News Minute, which will give you quick updates on the following developments in neurology, are further detailed here: Topline Phase 2 CELIA Results Show Diranersen Misses Primary End Point in Early Alzheimer Disease FDA Grants Priority Review to Bayer's Asundexian for Secondary Stroke Prevention Dyne Submits BLA for Z-Rostudirsen in Exon 51 Skipping Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Thanks for listening to the NeurologyLive® Mind Moments® podcast. To support the show, be sure to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. For more neurology news and expert-driven content, visit neurologylive.com.

Most responses to civilizational crises focus outward – policy levers, energy systems, geopolitical actors, and material flows – with little focus on how the humans inside these systems might change and grow in parallel. At the same time, the minds that built this complex and fragile world are also the instruments we must use to navigate its unraveling, making them a critical factor in defining humanity's future. With that said, who will we be as simplification unfolds, and how do we prepare our inner terrains for what's coming? In this episode, Nate is joined by meditation practitioner, Andrew Holecek, for an exploration of the concept of dark retreats, periods of extended time in complete absence of light, as a practical path toward reflection and reconnection with ourselves and others. Andrew draws on decades of study in Tibetan Buddhism and non-dual wisdom traditions to explore how the external complexity of modern life is mirrored in the internal complexity of the modern mind. Central to his work is the concept of non-duality: a return from the fragmented display of self-versus-world toward a more unified, less suffering-prone relationship with reality. Andrew and Nate also explore the misleading entanglement of happiness and consumption, arguing that satisfaction arises not from acquiring what we want, but from the cessation of wanting itself.  What would it mean to practice darkness as a needed reprieve from constant light and stimulation, rather than deprivation? If the coming decades hold a forced reduction in external, material complexity, how could a deepening of our internal worlds make us more resilient, compassionate, and grounded? And could confronting fear – by learning to move through it rather than avoid it – be one of the most practical preparations for navigating future uncertainty and social fracture? (Conversation recorded on April 28th, 2026)    About Dr. Andrew Holecek: Andrew Holecek is an interdisciplinary scholar-practitioner in Tibetan Buddhism and other nondual wisdom traditions who has spent over thirty years helping people transform life's greatest challenges into opportunities for awakening. A dedicated meditation practitioner who completed the traditional Tibetan Buddhist three-year retreat, Andrew is known for making profound contemplative practices accessible and practical. He is actively involved in scientific research on dark retreat with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, as well as the Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies where he serves as Resident Contemplative Scholar. Andrew is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the author of several scientific papers on lucid dreaming, and was also the host of the now-concluded Edge of Mind podcast, where he interviewed guests to explore ancient teachings and modern topics about the nature of mind and reality. Andrew's newest area of focus is dark retreat, the ancient Buddhist practice of extended meditation in complete darkness. His most recent book, Total Eclipse of the Mind: Unleashing the Power of Darkness for Creativity, Healing, and Transformation, draws on more than thirty years of personal dark retreat experience. True to his approach, Andrew teaches dark retreat – and the more accessible gray retreat practice of weaving in and out of darkness – as a genuine path to healing, creativity, and self-understanding.   Show Notes and More   Watch this video episode on YouTube   Want to learn the broad overview of The Great Simplification in 30 minutes? Watch our Animated Movie.   ---   Support The Institute for the Study of Energy and Our Future   Join our Substack newsletter   Join our Hylo channel and connect with other listeners

Does GABA Actually Help With Sleep? What the Research Says for Brain Injury Recovery Someone in our community recently asked me about GABA for sleep. They’d seen it recommended online, understood that sleep was critical for their recovery, and wanted to know whether the supplement was worth exploring or just noise. It’s a genuinely good question. And it deserves a proper answer. In this post, I’m going to walk you through what GABA is, what the clinical research actually shows about its effect on sleep, why the blood-brain barrier debate matters (and why it might not derail the whole argument), and what the evidence says about the relationship between sleep and brain recovery. By the end, you’ll have enough to have an informed conversation with your medical team. I’m not a doctor. I’m a three-time haemorrhagic stroke survivor who has spent years researching the science of brain recovery and interviewing hundreds of clinicians and survivors on the Recovery After Stroke podcast. What I offer is a careful read of the evidence, not a clinical prescription. What Is GABA and Why Does It Matter for Sleep? GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is the brain’s primary inhibitory neurotransmitter. If your nervous system were a car, GABA is the brake pedal. It reduces neuronal excitability, quiets cortical arousal, suppresses the brain’s primary arousal centre (the locus coeruleus), and modulates the HPA axis, the stress-response system that drives cortisol. Most sedative medications work by amplifying GABA activity. Benzodiazepines, for instance, bind to GABA-A receptors to increase chloride channel opening, producing their calming effect. GABA isn’t doing something unusual here – it’s doing something fundamental. The question with supplemental oral GABA is more specific: Does taking GABA as a capsule or powder actually produce meaningful neurological effects? What Does the Research Show? Finding 1 — Oral GABA Reduces Sleep Latency (and EEG Can Measure It) A 2015 clinical trial published in the Journal of Nutritional Science and Vitaminology by Yamatsu and colleagues used EEG measurement, actual brainwave monitoring, rather than self-reported sleep questionnaires. One hundred milligrams of oral GABA shortened sleep latency (time to fall asleep) by 5.3 minutes compared to placebo. That might sound modest. But for someone lying awake for 30–40 minutes each night, it’s a meaningful shift. Crucially, this was objective neurophysiological data, not a survey response. (PMID: 26052150) Finding 2 — A 90-Day RCT Showed Improved Sleep Efficiency and Mood A 2024 randomised double-blind placebo-controlled trial published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements (Guimarães et al.) gave 200 mg of GABA daily for 90 days to sedentary overweight women also undergoing an exercise program. The GABA group showed significantly improved Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) scores, significantly reduced depression scores, and improved heart rate variability, a marker of parasympathetic nervous system activity. The HRV finding is particularly interesting. It suggests GABA may be doing something broader than simply reducing sleep latency – it appears to support the overall physiological state that makes rest restorative. (PMID: 38321713) Finding 3 — But a High-Dose RCT Found No Effect Here’s where intellectual honesty matters. A 2023 Dutch RCT (de Bie et al.) published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition gave participants 500 mg of GABA three times daily, 1,500 mg/day total, and found no significant effect on self-reported sleep quality. Fasting plasma GABA wasn’t significantly elevated either, raising real bioavailability questions at that dose. This isn’t a reason to dismiss GABA entirely. It is a reason to pay attention to the dose. The evidence base supports 100–300 mg, not 1,500 mg. Higher is not better, and the non-linear dose response is clinically important. (PMID: 37495019) The Blood-Brain Barrier Debate — and Why the Gut May Be the Point The most common objection to oral GABA supplementation is this: GABA is a zwitterion at physiological pH, meaning it has low lipophilicity and poor predicted ability to cross the blood-brain barrier via passive diffusion. So if it can’t get into the brain directly, how does it produce neurological effects? The emerging explanation involves the gut-brain axis. The enteric nervous system, your gut’s own neural network, has GABA receptors. When oral GABA activates these enteric receptors, it can signal the brain via vagal afferents without needing to cross the BBB at all. Think of it as a side door rather than the front entrance. Supporting this: a 2024 RCT (Li et al.) found that a probiotic strain engineered to increase gut GABA production significantly improved objective sleep duration as measured by wearable devices, alongside reduced cortisol and suppressed HPA axis activity. The mechanism wasn’t direct CNS access – it was gut-brain signalling. (PMID: 39385735) The BBB debate doesn’t negate the clinical effect. It changes how we understand the mechanism. Why Sleep Is Not Optional in Brain Recovery This is the part that I think gets underweighted in recovery conversations — and the research is unambiguous. A 2026 large retrospective cohort study (Muhtar et al., Sleep Medicine) matched over 35,000 stroke patients and found that post-stroke insomnia was associated with a 29% higher risk of post-stroke cognitive impairment and a 30% higher risk of all-cause dementia. The association with Alzheimer’s disease was also significant. (PMID: 41924789) A 2024 observational study from Monash University and Alfred Health (Smith et al.) found that in stroke rehabilitation patients, poor sleep quality was significantly associated with higher fatigue severity and lower salivary BDNF gene expression. BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) is one of the primary molecular drivers of neuroplasticity. Less BDNF means a less receptive environment for the neurological rewiring that rehab is trying to build. (PMID: 38802847) And then there’s the glymphatic system: the brain’s waste-clearance mechanism that is most active during deep sleep. Poor sleep means reduced clearance of metabolic byproducts, including proteins associated with neurodegeneration. This is not a theoretical risk. It is an active, ongoing process. Sleep is not passive recovery. It is one of the primary mechanisms of recovery. What to Do With This Information Here are three practical steps if you’re exploring GABA for sleep: 1. Measure your sleep baseline first. Use the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (freely available online) before you make any changes. Understanding whether you’re struggling with latency, duration, or quality will determine what you actually need to address. 2. If you trial GABA, choose the right form and dose. Look for PharmaGABA — naturally fermented GABA, derived from Lactobacillus hilgardii, which has the strongest clinical evidence base. A dose of 100–300 mg taken 30–60 minutes before bed is consistent with the positive studies. Avoid very high doses; the null result at 1,500 mg/day is important context. Important drug interaction note: If you are taking benzodiazepines, anticonvulsants (gabapentin, pregabalin, valproate), or any other GABAergic medication, discuss GABA supplementation with your prescriber before adding it. The additive sedative effect is a real risk. The same applies if you drink alcohol regularly. 3. Don’t skip the foundation. Sleep hygiene interventions, consistent sleep and wake times, a dark and cool room, and no screens in the 60 minutes before bed, are consistently among the highest-leverage sleep interventions in the literature. GABA may provide a genuine incremental benefit. But it cannot compensate for a fundamentally disrupted sleep environment. The Bottom Line The evidence for GABA and sleep is more substantive than I expected when I started researching it. The EEG data is real. The 90-day RCT showed meaningful clinical outcomes. The gut-brain axis mechanism is biologically plausible and now has direct RCT support. And the consequences of poor sleep in neurological recovery are not trivial – they are quantifiable, significant, and, to a degree, addressable. GABA is not a guaranteed fix. Individual responses vary. The research is not yet definitive at the level of large multi-centre trials in neurological populations. But as one tool in a comprehensive approach to sleep quality alongside good sleep hygiene, appropriate medical support, and consistent rehabilitation, the case for cautious exploration is reasonable. The next step is a conversation with your neurologist, GP, or rehab physician. Take the research with you if it’s useful. Research References All studies cited in this post are retrievable via PubMed: Yamatsu et al. — GABA sleep latency EEG clinical trial (2015) — PMID: 26052150 Guimarães et al. — GABA 200mg RCT, sleep efficiency + mood (2024) — PMID: 38321713 de Bie et al. — GABA high-dose RCT, null sleep result (2023) — PMID: 37495019 Li et al. — Gut-brain GABA axis and sleep RCT (2024) — PMID: 39385735 Muhtar et al. — Post-stroke insomnia and cognitive decline cohort (2026) — PMID: 41924789 Smith et al. — Sleep, BDNF, and fatigue in stroke rehabilitation (2024) — PMID: 38802847 This post is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your supplementation or treatment plan. If you or someone you care about is recovering from a stroke, brain injury, or any neurological condition, the Recovery After Stroke podcast and this blog exist for you. Subscribe on YouTube @BillGasiamis, or visit Recovery After Stroke to find episodes, resources, and community. The post GABA, Sleep, and Brain Health – Neurological Recovery appeared first on Recovery After Stroke.

Dr. Andrew Holecek discusses Dark Retreat—a Tibetan Buddhist practice of spending extended periods in complete darkness—and its transformative effects on creativity, healing, and spiritual insight. Dark Retreat is “big medicine” not to be undertaken lightly. Like any retreat, its power relies on its integration. His new book on the subject is: Total Eclipse of the Mind: Unleashing the Power of Darkness for Creativity, Healing, and TransformationDr. Holecek is an interdisciplinary scholar-practitioner in Tibetan Buddhism and other nondual wisdom traditions. He is the Resident Contemplative Scholar at the Institute for Advanced Consciousness Studies, and a research consultant for the Cognitive Neuroscience Program at Northwestern University. His work involves studies on dream yoga and the practice of dark retreat. Dr. Holecek is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the author of nine books, and a concert pianist. He has completed the Tibetan Buddhist three-year retreat and is a frequent subject in scientific studies on meditation and lucid dreaming. His work integrates ancient wisdom traditions with contemporary perspectives, aiming to help individuals navigate spiritual challenges and end-of-life experiences. He is currently writing a book on “gray” retreat—a more gradual approach to dark retreat. He holds degrees in classical music, biology, and a doctorate in dental surgery. You can find him at: https://www.andrewholecek.com/Retreat Centers:Sky Cave / Oregon: https://www.skycaveretreats.com/ Dark Havens / Vermont: http://www.darkhavens.org/Chamma Ling / Colorado: https://chammaling.com/Menla / New York (coming soon): https://menla.org/Other Books by Holecek:Dreams of LightDream YogaLucid Dreaming WorkbookPreparing to DieI'm Mindful, Now What?Reverse MeditationThe Power and the PainMeditation in the iGenerationSupport the showHost: Tess CallahanSubstack: Writers at the WellInterview Podcast: Writers at the WellMeditations on Insight TimerMeditations on YouTubeTess's novels: https://tesscallahan.com/Music (unless otherwise noted above): Christopher Lloyd ClarkAudio Editing: Eric FischerBy tapping "like" and "follow" you help others find the show. Thank you for listening!DISCLAIMER: Meditation is not a substitute for professional psychological or medical healthcare or therapy. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred by you acting or not acting as a result of listening to this recording. Use the material provided at your own risk. Do not drive or operate dangerous equipment while listening. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management.

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Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram explains the mechanism by which hantavirus kills. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com/ (This video was recorded on May 7th, 202 Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor.

Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram explores the deadly Andes hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius Cruise Ship. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com/ (This video was recorded on May 4th, 2026) Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor.

Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram explores the connection between hantavirus and interferon. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com/ (This video was recorded on May 6th, 2026) Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor.

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For some, true-crime stories have a strangely calming effect when they are tucked up in bed for the night. It's a phenomenon that's not gone unnoticed on TikTok, where people share how tales of mystery and suspense are part of their go-to nighttime routine. If you're one of those who drift off to the narration of unsolved cases, rest assured, you're in good company. And although the link between crime stories and relaxation has yet to be formally established, it's clear that the habit has a huge following. It's an intriguing paradox: the very stories that chill us to the bone also usher us into slumber. Like a modern twist on the bedtime story, these narratives shift our focus away from daily stressors—be it looming work deadlines, pending homework, or endless to-do lists. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine even suggests that immersing ourselves in a story at bedtime can not only lead to better sleep but also enhance digestion and cognitive function.  Why does it relax us?  But Why Choose Crime Stories? Isn't it a bit weird to be fascinated by this kind of story? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠How can I improve my sense of direction?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What does my urine colour say about my health?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Why are brownouts getting more and more common in the work world?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 16/5/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The link between sleep and epilepsy is powerful, complex, and often overlooked. We know that sleep loss and disruptions can trigger seizures in epileptic patients. We also know that repeated seizures during sleep can fragment sleep and reduce the brain's ability to recover. In this episode, we sit down with Dr Shukla, a neurologist specializing in Epilepsy and Sleep, and discuss the intersection of sleep and epilepsy. We talk about the link between sleep disorders and epilepsy, how doctors diagnose sleep-related issues in epilepsy and why treating sleep problems can be an important part of seizure management. Dr. Garima Shukla is a Professor of Neurology, specializing in Epilepsy and Sleep Medicine; and faculty at the Center for Neuroscience studies at the Queen's University in Kingston, ON, Canada. Her prior appointment was as Professor of Neurology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India. Her research focuses on clinical and neurophysiological aspects of the sleep-epilepsy-cognition interface and epilepsy co-morbidities as well as neurological sleep disorders, particularly phenotypes and course of Restless legs syndrome. Her team is currently investigating the role of wake and sleep high-density EEG source localization in predicting overall epilepsy outcomes (seizure control, cognition and mood). Authors: Golnar Taheri, Eve Racette Email: thinktwicepodcast@outlook.com Instagram: @thinktwice_podcast LinkedIN: Think Twice Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThinkTwicePodcast Disclaimer: Think Twice is a podcast for general information and entertainment purposes only. The content discussed in the episodes does not reflect the views of the podcast committee members or any institution they are affiliated with. The use of the information presented in this podcast is at the user's own risk and is not intended to replace professional healthcare services.

Episode 220: Approach of Insomnia in Adults     ARREAZA: Today we are going to talk about how to approach sleep issues in adults — from the initial assessment all the way through treatment. And I think what is going to surprise a lot of our listeners is the changes in management in recent years, especially what is recommended as first-line therapy. So, let's jump right in. MOIRA: Sleep is one of those topics that touches every specialty, but Primary Care in particular, so I'm excited to dig into this. ARREAZA: Let's start with the big picture–statistics. How common are sleep problems in adults? MOIRA: Incredibly common. Chronic insomnia affects roughly 10% of the general population, and that number has only grown in recent years . During the COVID-19 pandemic, for instance, prevalence rates of insomnia symptoms were reported globally at 20 to 45% (wow). And, importantly, those sleep problems did not simply resolve once infection rates dropped, insomnia symptoms and fatigue have continued even as mood improves in people recovering from COVID-19 infection.  ARREAZA: Incredible that we are in 2026 and still talking about COVID-19. And we clinicians need to understand that insomnia isn't just an annoyance. It has long-term consequences. Also, financially, insomnia causes direct and indirect costs of up to $100 billion each year. MOIRA: Exactly. Insomnia is both a risk factor for, and a symptom of, several psychiatric disorders, and it is a predictor of death by suicide, making it an important target for intervention. It's highly comorbid with medical and psychiatric disorders and is associated with significantly increased healthcare utilization and costs. People with insomnia also perform more poorly on complex cognitive tasks. So, we're talking about a condition that affects cognition, mental health, physical health, and quality of life. ARREAZA: And yet, it still gets overlooked in many clinical encounters. Let's be honest, dealing with insomnia is not easy on patients… and doctors! MOIRA: That's the paradox. Primary care practitioners are often poorly informed about sleep disorders, which remain underdiagnosed and sub-optimally managed. In one Italian epidemiological survey, insomnia was reported by 64% of over 3,000 patients interviewed under general practitioners, with 20% reporting both nighttime and daytime symptoms. So, the patients are there, we're just not always asking the right questions or knowing what to do when they tell us about their sleep. ARREAZA: Great. Let's talk about assessment. In my experience, we need a full encounter to address sleeping issues. Patients tend to mention insomnia as you start walking out of the room. Let's say a patient tells us, "Doctor, I can't sleep," how de we approach this? MOIRA: The first step is a comprehensive sleep and health history. Clinical assessment should describe the sleep disturbance and elicit etiological and exacerbating factors. You want to understand the nature of the complaint; is it difficulty to fall asleep, difficulty staying asleep, early morning awakening, or some combination? How long has it been going on? What's the impact on daytime functioning? ARREAZA: That's why I think it should be addressed in a full encounter, if possible, because understanding the full extent of the problem requires time. We need to think about contributing factors too. MOIRA: Absolutely. Factors such as medications, medical disorders, and psychiatric disorders can all increase the risk for insomnia. You need to screen for comorbid conditions, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain. Insomnia is actually both a risk factor for and a symptom of several psychiatric disorders. You also want to rule out other primary sleep disorders. Comorbid insomnia and sleep apnea, for example, is highly prevalent and debilitating. If someone has both insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea, treating only one without addressing the other may lead to suboptimal outcomes. ARREAZA: Now that you mention comorbid conditions, let's mention nocturia. I feel like it's very common with my older patients. MOIRA: Great point. Nocturia (waking from sleep at night to void) and chronic insomnia frequently co-exist in older adults, contributing synergistically to sleep disturbance. Treatments typically target either nocturia or insomnia rather than simultaneously addressing the shared mechanisms for these disorders. There's emerging work on integrated cognitive-behavioral treatment programs that address both conditions simultaneously, which is a promising direction. But at minimum, you should be asking about it, because if nocturia is driving the awakenings, you need to address that as part of the treatment plan. _____________________ References: Baglioni, C., Altena, E., Bjorvatn, B., Blom, K., Bothelius, K., Devoto, A., … & Riemann, D. (2019). The European Academy for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia: An initiative of the European Insomnia Network to promote implementation and dissemination of treatment. Journal of Sleep Research, 29(2). https://doi.org/10.1111/jsr.12967 Becker, P. (2022). Overview of sleep management during COVID-19. Sleep Medicine, 91, 211-218. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sleep.2021.04.024 Bramoweth, A., Germain, A., Youk, A., Rodriguez, K., & Chinman, M. (2018). A hybrid type I trial to increase Veterans' access to insomnia care: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials, 19(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-017-2437-y Brewster, G., Riegel, B., & Gehrman, P. (2018). Insomnia in the Older Adult. Sleep Medicine Clinics, 13(1), 13-19. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsmc.2017.09.002 Conroy, D. and Ebben, M. (2015). Referral Practices for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia: A Survey Study. Behavioural Neurology, 2015, 1-4. https://doi.org/10.1155/2015/819402 Dzierzewski, J., Griffin, S., Ravyts, S., & Rybarczyk, B. (2018). Psychological Interventions for Late-Life Insomnia: Current and Emerging Science. Current Sleep Medicine Reports, 4(4), 268-277. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40675-018-0129-0 Fung, C., Huang, A., Markland, A., Schembri, M., Martin, J., Bliwise, D., … & Vaughan, C. (2024). A multisite feasibility study of integrated cognitive‐behavioral treatment for co‐existing nocturia and chronic insomnia. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 73(2), 558-565. https://doi.org/10.1111/jgs.19214 Gardner, D., Turner, J., Magalhaes, S., Rajda, M., & Murphy, A. (2024). Patient Self-Guided Interventions to Reduce Sedative Use and Improve Sleep. Jama Psychiatry, 81(12), 1187. https://doi.org/10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2024.2731 Garland, S., Vargas, I., Grandner, M., & Perlis, M. (2018). Treating insomnia in patients with comorbid psychiatric disorders: A focused review. Canadian Psychology/Psychologie Canadienne, 59(2), 176-186. https://doi.org/10.1037/cap0000141 Germain, A., Wolfson, M., Brock, M., O'Reilly, B., Hearn, H., Knowles, S., … & Wallace, M. (2023). Digital CBTI hubs as a treatment augmentation strategy in military clinics: study protocol for a pragmatic randomized clinical trial. Trials, 24(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s13063-023-07686-2 Theme song, Works All The Time by Dominik Schwarzer, YouTube ID: CUBDNERZU8HXUHBS, purchased from https://www.premiumbeat.com/. Even without trying, every night you go to bed a little wiser. Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast. We want to hear from you, send us an email at RioBravoqWeek@clinicasierravista.org, or visit our website riobravofmrp.org/qweek. See you next week!

Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram explains the history of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis treatments, current medications, and a potential new treatment. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com/ (This video was recorded on April 9th, 2026) Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor.

Le “jet lag social” est un concept fascinant… et beaucoup plus courant qu'on ne l'imagine. Il ne s'agit pas d'un décalage horaire lié à un voyage, mais d'un décalage intérieur, invisible, entre deux horloges : celle de votre corps et celle de votre agenda.Concrètement, le jet lag social correspond au décalage entre votre rythme biologique naturel — votre horloge interne — et les contraintes imposées par la société, comme les horaires de travail ou d'école. Par exemple, si vous êtes naturellement du soir mais que vous devez vous lever tôt en semaine, vous accumulez une dette de sommeil… que vous “remboursez” le week-end en vous couchant et en vous levant plus tard. Résultat : vous changez de fuseau horaire chaque semaine, sans jamais quitter votre lit.Ce phénomène a été formalisé par le chronobiologiste Till Roenneberg, qui le décrit comme une sorte de “mini jet lag chronique”. Et il est loin d'être rare : une large partie de la population y est exposée, parfois pendant des années.Mais pourquoi est-ce un problème de santé ?Parce que notre organisme fonctionne selon un rythme circadien extrêmement précis, qui régule le sommeil, la température corporelle, les hormones… et même le fonctionnement du cœur. Quand ce rythme est perturbé de manière répétée, on parle de “désynchronisation circadienne”.Or, cette désynchronisation a des effets mesurables. Une étude relayée par l'American Academy of Sleep Medicine montre que chaque heure de jet lag social est associée à une augmentation d'environ 11 % du risque de maladie cardiaque.D'autres travaux scientifiques établissent un lien entre jet lag social et facteurs de risque cardiovasculaire : augmentation du stress, dérèglement hormonal, troubles métaboliques, inflammation chronique. À long terme, ces mécanismes peuvent favoriser des événements graves comme l'infarctus ou l'AVC.Ce qui rend ce phénomène particulièrement insidieux, c'est qu'il ne donne pas toujours l'impression d'un problème. Beaucoup de gens pensent simplement être “fatigués en semaine”. En réalité, leur corps vit en permanence à contretemps.La bonne nouvelle, c'est qu'on peut agir. Stabiliser ses horaires de sommeil — même le week-end —, s'exposer à la lumière naturelle le matin, limiter les écrans le soir… sont autant de moyens de réaligner son horloge interne avec la réalité.En résumé, le jet lag social n'est pas une simple fatigue moderne. C'est un décalage chronique entre votre biologie et votre mode de vie. Et à long terme, ce décalage peut peser lourd… jusque sur votre cœur. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Andrea Samadi revisits a conversation with sleep researcher Antonio Zadra on why the brain dreams, how REM sleep integrates emotions and memories, and the NextUp model (Network Exploration to Understand Possibilities). Learn that dreaming executes integration largely without recall, how remembered dreams can aid reflection, and practical tips—like keeping a dream log and noting emotions—to use sleep-based processing for insight, creativity, and problem solving within Season 15's roadmap from regulation to integration. How the Brain Integrates Insight During Sleep Review of EP 104 (Jan 2021) with Antonio Zadra In this episode, we revisit our conversation with sleep scientist Antonio Zadra to explore why the brain dreams—and how sleep helps us integrate learning, solve problems, and spark creativity. ✅ What You'll Learn in This Episode ✔️ Why dreams are not random—and what purpose they serve ✔️ The NEXTUP model (Network Exploration to Understand Possibilities) and how the brain explores ideas during sleep ✔️ How dreams connect past experiences, present challenges, and future possibilities ✔️ Why the brain is actively working “offline” while you sleep ✔️ How dreaming supports problem-solving and creative insight ✔️ The role of REM sleep in memory consolidation and emotional processing ✔️ Why dreams help regulate stress and emotional experiences ✔️ Why you don't need to remember your dreams for them to be effective ✔️ The truth about dream interpretation (and why there is no universal meaning) ✔️ How to use dream recall as a tool for self-reflection and awareness ✔️ Why insight from dreams often appears later—not in the moment Key Concept

Imagine yourself tucked snugly under the covers in your bed, anticipating a blissfully restful night's sleep when all of a sudden, you're jolted awake by your partner! And as it turns out, they've done that because you were chattering away in your sleep, disturbing their peace and quiet. Now, being rudely awakened in the dead of night is bad enough, but adding the embarrassment of talking in your sleep just compounds the situation. After all, who knows what you've been rambling about? Fear not though, this phenomenon is actually really common and happens to almost everyone—it's called somniloquy. According to a study published in Sleep Medicine in 2010, nearly two-thirds of people talk in their sleep at some point in their lives. What are the causes behind sleep talking? What exactly do people say when they're asleep? How can I put a stop to my nighttime chatter? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠How does eldest daughter syndrome affect some women?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What does vaping do to the body?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 15/4/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Indira Gurubhagavatula is a Professor of Medicine in the Division of Sleep Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center. She is also Director of the Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program. She has over 30 years of experiencing in taking care of patients with sleep disorders. She has done research looking at screening for sleep apnea in high risk groups, including commercial vehicle drivers, and has a special interest in sleep and public health. Support the show

Dr. Douglas Krohn is an award-winning primary care physician, a Clinical Professor at New York Medical College, and a sleep apnea patient with deep insights into the patient journey and effective care delivery. He is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the American Telemedicine Association, and the American Board of Pediatrics.   SHOWNOTES:

Dr. Alan Schaffer is a board-certified physician specializing in pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. With decades of clinical experience, he focuses on the intersection of respiratory health, sleep disorders, and metabolic health, including the role of nutrition and carbohydrate restriction in improving chronic disease. Dr. Schaffer practices with St. Peter's Health Partners in New York and is a frequent educator and media guest discussing conditions such as sleep apnea, insomnia, and the broader drivers of cardiometabolic health.   In this episode, Drs. Tro and Alan talk about… (00:00) Intro (09:59) Sleep Medicine and metabolic health (13:37) Pulmonary Medicine and environmental factors (18:57) How Dr. Alan helps his patients improve their sleep quality and metabolic health (26:43) Helping late bloomer patients (32:30) How to help patients trust you as a doctor (37:07) Sleep apnea and CPAP (42:52) Sleep apnea tools and tips (46:08) Sleep tape (52:05) Didjeridoo (55:16) Weight loss and sleep apnea (01:01:52) The Cholesterol Code documentary (See links below) For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening! Links: Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/ Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The Cholesterol Code Screening (Wed, Apr 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT): https://gathr.com/events/0ed2437d/the-cholesterol-code-at-amc-crystal-run-16 Cholesterol Code Movie: https://cholesterolcodemovie.com Dr. Alan Schaffer: https://www.sphp.com/provider/alan-edward-schaffer-md-sleep-medicine-0 Dr. Brian Lenzkes:  Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author Dr. Tro Kalayjian:  Website: https://toward.health Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro IG: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/ Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together.  Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more.  Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888  Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://toward.health/community/

In this episode of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes Dr. Reena Mehra, professor in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at the University of Washington in Seattle, and Dr. Dennis Aukley, professor in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine at MetroHealth Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, to discuss the newly released AASM clinical practice guidelines for evaluating and managing obstructive sleep apnea in hospitalized adults. The guidelines address a significant gap in inpatient care: how to systematically screen for sleep apnea in hospitalized patients, prioritize high-risk groups, determine when and where to perform testing, and ensure appropriate outpatient follow-up. Dr. Mehra and Dr. Aukley explain the impetus behind developing these guidelines and the PICO question process used to examine existing evidence, acknowledging the challenges of working with limited data in this emerging field. The conversation systematically walks through the four key recommendations: in-hospital screening for OSA as part of an evaluation and management pathway, use of inpatient PAP treatment for newly diagnosed or untreated moderate-to-severe OSA, availability of sleep medicine consultation, and implementation of discharge management plans to ensure timely diagnosis and effective outpatient management. Practical implementation receives extensive attention. How should patients be screened—using STOP-Bang or facility-specific methods? Should screening be built into the EMR? Which patient populations and hospital units should be prioritized? Who performs the screening—sleep navigators, nursing staff, or hospitalists? Can sleep consultations be conducted via telemedicine at the bedside? The experts emphasize the critical need for a program champion and comprehensive education initiatives. Dr. Aukley shares invaluable lessons from his experience creating an inpatient sleep program, discussing what he wishes he'd known before starting and practical insights gained through implementation. A particularly frustrating issue receives attention: patients who bring their own PAP devices to the hospital but never have them set up or used during their stay. The guidelines address this common scenario and provide frameworks for ensuring treated patients continue therapy during hospitalization. Legal liability considerations are explored: What responsibilities exist for untreated patients diagnosed with OSA during hospitalization? What about high-risk patients who haven't been formally diagnosed? The experts discuss strategies for ensuring outpatient follow-up, recognizing that effective discharge planning is essential for translating inpatient identification into long-term management. Whether you're considering establishing an inpatient sleep program, frustrated by gaps in hospital-based sleep apnea care, or seeking evidence-based approaches to identifying and managing OSA in hospitalized patients, this episode provides essential guidance and practical implementation strategies. Join us for this important discussion about bringing systematic sleep apnea evaluation and management into the inpatient setting.

Do nasal strips actually help you breathe better? What about better sleep, snoring or sleep apnea? Chris and Sophie parse through the evidence. Also, some fan e-mail praising Sophie leads to some very long digressions and a promise to one day go geocaching.   Become a supporter of our show today either on Patreon or through PayPal! Thank you! http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/ https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=9QZET78JZWCZE   Email us your questions at thebodyofevidence@gmail.com. Editor:    Robyn Flynn Theme music: “Fall of the Ocean Queen“ by Joseph Hackl Rod of Asclepius designed by Kamil J. Przybos Chris' book, Does Coffee Cause Cancer?: https://ecwpress.com/products/does-coffee-cause-cancer Obviously, Chris is not your doctor (probably). This podcast is not medical advice for you; it is what we call information.   References: 1)The 2016 review on nasal dilators: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27367589/ 2)The 2 in 1 RCT paper in patients with chronic sinusitis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31209698/ 3)American Academy of Sleep Medicine review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12938818/ 4)2016 review of nasal dilators and snoring apnea https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5187471/  

Are you waking up tired despite spending 8 hours in bed? In this episode of the Health by Haven Podcast, we're demystifying the science of a good night's rest with double board-certified sleep medicine physician Dr. Andrea Matsumura.With extensive clinical sleep medicine training and experience, Dr. Andrea Matsumura walks us through each sleep cycle, sleep tracking devices, sleep supplements, and more.In this episode, we cover:The Anatomy of Rest: What is actually happening in your brain and body during each stage of sleep?The Truth About Wearables: Are devices like the Oura Ring and Apple Watch helpful tools or just sources of orthosomnia?The Supplement Deep Dive: A physician's take on Magnesium, Melatonin, and CBD.Optimizing Your Internal Clock: How to align your lifestyle with your natural circadian rhythm.Practical Sleep Hygiene: Small, science-backed shifts you can make tonight to improve your sleep quality immediately.Connect with Health by Haven:Work with Me: Learn about holistic health coaching & schedule a free sessionFree Trial: 2-Week Free Trial of THE DINNER CLUB Newsletter: Subscribe for Recipes & Health TipsSupport the Show: Pledge your support for less than a cup of coffee!Instagram: @healthbyhavenConnect with Dr. Andrea MatsumuraInstagram: @drandreamatsumura Thank you to our Sponsors:Season 4 sponsor, Avodah Massage TherapyEpisode sponsor, Foundation of Stone Pediatric and Perinatal Family ChiropracticSupport the show

The clocks are springing forward; how can we properly prep our bodies for the change? More than that, how can we address our sleep habits and make improvements long term? We asked Director of Sleep Medicine at Stamford Health, Dr. Dominic Roca.

Dr. Anita Shelgikar of the American Association of Sleep Medicine has the science to back up why we should stop "Spring Forward"

In this episode of Visible Voices, host Dr. Resa E. Lewiss sits down with sleep medicine physician and circadian rhythm expert Dr. Katie Sharkey — inaugural director of the Center for Sleep and Circadian Rhythms at Wake Forest University School of Medicine — to break down the science of sleep health, insomnia treatment, and women's sleep across the lifespan. They cover why alcohol disrupts sleep quality and worsens sleep apnea, how circadian rhythms regulate mood and mental health, the truth about naps and melatonin, perimenopause and sleep disturbances, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) and digital CBT-I apps, wearables like the Oura Ring and the risk of orthosomnia, the glymphatic system's role in brain detox during sleep, AI-powered sleep scoring, and the perinatal sleep crisis driving maternal morbidity. Dr. Sharkey closes with three actionable microskills: keeping a sleep diary, maximizing daytime light exposure, and practicing self-compassion around sleep variability. Wish to help the show? Click

Welcome to Transmission Interrupted! In this episode, host Jill Morgan sits down with the principal investigators of NETEC—Dr. Aneesh Mehta, Dr. Vikramjit Mukherjee, and Dr. John Lowe—to reflect on a decade of advancing special pathogen preparedness across the U.S. healthcare system. Together, they revisit the origins of NETEC, tracing back to the transformative events of the 2014 Ebola outbreak, and share their unique journeys as infectious disease experts, critical care clinicians, and scientists on the front lines. The conversation dives into the challenges and lessons learned while building a national network equipped for high-consequence infectious diseases, the evolution from isolated specialty units to a system-wide approach, and the critical importance of healthcare worker safety. You'll hear insights on what it takes to maintain readiness in a landscape of ever-changing threats, the value of interdisciplinary collaboration, and a call to expand this “tight-knit club” of preparedness champions. Whether you're a healthcare professional, public health advocate, or just curious about how the U.S. prepares for medical crises, this episode delivers an inspiring look at the past, present, and future of special pathogen response—and why it matters to us all. Guests John-Martin Lowe, PhD John-Martin Lowe, PhD, is the director of the Global Center for Health Security, assistant vice chancellor for health security training and education, and professor of Environmental, Agricultural and Occupational Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, he leads research and training initiatives to advance environmental risk assessment and infection control for high consequence pathogens. As a virologist and environmental exposure scientist, Dr. Lowe has worked extensively throughout the U.S., Africa, Asia and Europe as an educator, researcher, and in health emergency risk management related to infectious disease, infection control and emergency response. As a professor of environmental and occupational health, his expertise focuses on infectious disease risk assessment and management of risk for clinical, community and industrial environments. Dr. Lowe also has extensive experience in emerging pathogens and health security. He is co-PI for the U.S. National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center, established an international network for emerging infectious diseases, and served lead investigator for a multi-country bio-surveillance network in Africa. He has experience in a broad range of health security topics from surveillance, public health response and clinical response to health emergencies. Dr. Lowe led successful COVID-19 efforts in 2020 at the National Quarantine Unit and Nebraska Biocontainment Unit to provide monitoring and care for repatriated U.S. citizens exposed to and infected with SARS Coronavirus 2. He also led early and continued efforts to characterize the transmission dynamics of SARS Coronavirus 2 which were presented to in a joint meeting hosted by the Academy of Medicine and American Public Health Association on April 15, 2020. Dr. Aneesh Mehta, MD, FIDSA, FAST Aneesh Mehta is a Professor of Medicine and of Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine, and also serves as the Chief of Infectious Diseases Services and Assistant Director of Transplant Infectious Diseases at Emory University Hospital. He is a board-certified infectious diseases physician, who received an MD from the University of Oklahoma and completed Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases training at Emory University. Aneesh has been one of the core physicians of the Emory Serious Communicable Diseases Unit (SCDU) since 2009. He was admitted physician for Emory's first patient with Ebola Virus Disease and was highly involved in care of the four patients with EVD, one patient with Lassa Fever, and several PUIs cared for by the Emory SCDU. During the Ebola activation, Aneesh was involved in all aspects of unit management, patient care, laboratory handling, and research. Aneesh is a co-Principal Investigator at NETEC. He also has been involved in development of the Special Pathogens Research Network Biorepository and evaluation of Medical Countermeasures. Vikramjit Mukherjee, MD, FRCP (Edin) Vikramjit Mukherjee is an intensive care physician who serves as the Chief of Critical Care at NYC Health+Hospitals/Bellevue. He also is the Chief of Bellevue's Special Pathogens Program. Dr. Mukherjee is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Dr. Mukherjee serves as co-Principal Investigator for NETEC, as a steering committee member for the National Special Pathogens System of Care, and as an executive member of the Task Force for Mass Critical Care. His research interests include special pathogen preparedness and mass critical care. Vikramjit Mukherjee completed his medical training at Armed Forces Medical College, India, before arriving in the United States. Here, he completed his residency and chief residency at Georgetown University/Washington Hospital Center and fellowship and chief fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at New York University Medical Center. Following completion of training in 2015, he joined faculty in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at New York University Grossman School of Medicine. Host Jill Morgan, RN Emory Healthcare, Atlanta, GA Jill Morgan is a registered nurse and a subject matter expert in personal protective equipment (PPE) for NETEC. For 35 years, Jill has been an emergency department and critical care nurse, and now splits her time between education for NETEC and clinical research, most of it centering around infection prevention and personal protective equipment. She is a member of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC), ASTM International, and the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI). Resources About NETECNETEC LeadershipTransmission Interrupted PodcastNational Special Pathogen System (NSPS)NETEC Resource Library About NETEC A Partnership for Preparedness The National Emerging Special Pathogens Training and Education Center's mission is to set the gold standard for special pathogen preparedness and response across health systems in the U.S. with the goals of driving best practices, closing knowledge gaps, and developing innovative resources. Our vision is a sustainable infrastructure and culture of readiness for managing suspected and confirmed special pathogen incidents across the United States public health and health care delivery systems. For more information visit NETEC on the web at www.netec.org. NETEC Consultation Services Assess and Advance Your Readiness for Special Pathogens with Free, Expert Consulting. NETEC offers free virtual and onsite readiness consulting to help health care facilities and EMS agencies prepare for special pathogen events. 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Contributor: Taylor Lynch MD Educational Pearls: Melatonin is an endogenous hormone released primarily by the pineal gland Also released by extrapineal regions in the retina, the GI tract, and some immune cells Peak secretion occurs at night and is suppressed during the day Secretion and production decrease with age Older patients experience the greatest improvement in sleep latency and sleep quality Mechanism of action in the suprachiasmatic nucleus of the hypothalamus MT1 receptor Reduces normal firing MT2 receptor Shifts the circadian rhythm FDA approved for insomnia Decreases sleep latency by 7 minutes Increases total sleep time by 8 minutes FDA approved for circadian sleep-wake disorders Jet lag Most effective in west-to-east travel Best if crossing at least 5 time zones Shift work A study examined ED physicians and nurses with rotating shifts Modest increase in deep sleep percentage No difference in cognition or reaction time the day after taking melatonin Nurses on rotating night shifts experienced increased total sleep time by 20 minutes Dosing 0.5 - 3 mg is the most evidence-based dosing Higher doses increase the risk of rebound grogginess but do not improve outcomes References Ahmad SB, Ali A, Bilal M, et al. Melatonin and Health: Insights of Melatonin Action, Biological Functions, and Associated Disorders. Cell Mol Neurobiol. 2023;43(6):2437-2458. doi:10.1007/s10571-023-01324-w Herxheimer A, Petrie KJ. Melatonin for the prevention and treatment of jet lag. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2002;(2):CD001520. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD001520 Morgenthaler TI, Lee-Chiong T, Alessi C, Friedman L, Aurora RN, Boehlecke B, Brown T, Chesson AL Jr, Kapur V, Maganti R, Owens J, Pancer J, Swick TJ, Zak R; Standards of Practice Committee of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Practice parameters for the clinical evaluation and treatment of circadian rhythm sleep disorders. An American Academy of Sleep Medicine report. Sleep. 2007 Nov;30(11):1445-59. doi: 10.1093/sleep/30.11.1445. Erratum in: Sleep. 2008 Jul 1;31(7):table of contents. PMID: 18041479; PMCID: PMC2082098. Thottakam BMVJ, Webster NR, Allen L, Columb MO, Galley HF. Melatonin Is a Feasible, Safe, and Acceptable Intervention in Doctors and Nurses Working Nightshifts: The MIDNIGHT Trial. Front Psychiatry. 2020;11:872. Published 2020 Aug 27. doi:10.3389/fpsyt.2020.00872 Summarized and edited by Jorge Chalit, OMS4 Donate: https://emergencymedicalminute.org/donate/ Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/c9ouHf

Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram examines the history of hospital architecture, and shares his thoughts on a new hospital in Melbourne that prioritizes sunlight and fresh air. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com/ (This video was recorded on February 21st, 2026) Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor.

Welcome to the SleepTech Talk Awards 2025, where we honor the leaders, innovators, and change-makers shaping the future of sleep medicine, sleep technology, and sleep science.In this special solo episode, we announce and discuss the winners across five prestigious categories recognizing excellence in clinical care, research, technology, and public education.These individuals and organizations represent the forefront of sleep innovation and are improving the lives of millions of patients worldwide.

Dr. Seheult is currently an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine, and an Assistant Clinical Professor at the School of Medicine and Allied Health at Loma Linda University. Dr. Seheult is quadruple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. Roger's current practice is in Beaumont, California where he is a critical care physician, pulmonologist, and sleep physician at Optum California.  He lectures routinely across the country at conferences and for medical, PA, and RT societies, is the director of a sleep lab, and is the Medical Director for the Crafton Hills College Respiratory Care Program. Today's sponsors: Timeline Nutrition and Ax3 Get 20% off your first order of Ax3: ⁠https://ax3.life⁠ and use code "Doug" at checkout Grab 20% off of Mitopure Gummies: ⁠https://www.timeline.com/DOUG20 ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.go Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Up in the middle of the night at 2:37 a.m. like clockwork? Toss and turn, desperately trying to slip into slumber? Eyes pop open at 4 a.m. though you'd really love to sleep in till at least 6? Are you just tired all the time? Welcome to the sleep syndrome of menopause–a common cluster of midlife sleep problems this week's guest Dr. Andrea Matsumura treats every day. We break down what's behind women's sleep woes, including sleep apnea, lifestyle factors, and of course menopause. She also shares her DREAM Method as a practical framework for getting a solid night's rest.Dr. Andrea Matsumura, MD, MS, FACP, FAASM is a board-certified sleep medicine physician, menopause expert, speaker, and founder of the D.R.E.A.M. Sleep Method™. Known as Sleep Goddess MD, she specializes in helping women optimize sleep, circadian rhythm, and health during midlife. She is board-certified in Internal and Sleep Medicine, trained at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Oregon Health & Science University, and previously built a women-focused sleep consult service at The Oregon Clinic. Dr. Matsumura currently serves as Medical Director at Cascadia Health, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, co-founder of the M/Power Menopause Collective, and a leader in the Sleep Is Good Medicine™ campaign. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, SHAPE, SELF, and CNN Underscored. You can learn more about her and her work at andreamatsumuramd.comResourcesYou Deserve to Get Good Sleep with Andrea Matsumura, MD (Episode 91)

Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram explores a UK study comparing the effects of outdoor vs indoor exercise on cognitive ability in young people. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com (This video was recorded on February 14th 2026 Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor. #sunlight #exercise #cognition

Are you always tired? Sleep Expert Dr. Michael Breus breaks down the 4 chronotypes to master your sleep, how to fix insomnia, the truth about sleep apnea, and why the 8-hour myth is wrong! Dr. Michael Breus is a clinical psychologist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine. He has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, served as a WebMD sleep expert, and is also the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Sleep Drink Breathe'. He explains: ▪️The 4 chronotypes that dictate your ideal daily schedule ▪️Why waking up at 3am is a biological temperature spike ▪️The "3-2-1 Rule" for the perfect evening wind-down ▪️How alcohol blocks the brain's glymphatic toxin clearance ▪️The exact pillow checklist to fix neck pain and snoring (0:00) Intro (4:14) What Your Dreams Say About Your Mind and Personality (8:57) The "Caffeine Nap" That Supercharges You for 4 Hours (12:50) Why You Need to Know Your Sleep Chronotype Now (14:11) The Ideal Time to Have Sex—Backed by Science (16:27) When to Drink Coffee for Maximum Focus and Energy (21:03) Are You a Bear? Why Some Chronotypes Thrive Late Morning (25:50) Does Aging Make Us Grumpier? The Sleep Connection (26:46) Are Early School Start Times Hurting Our Kids' Performance? (31:03) The #1 Parenting Tip to Prevent Sleep Issues in Children (33:43) How to Drink Alcohol Without Wrecking Your Sleep (36:33) The Best Time to Drink—According to Your Chronotype (37:48) What Happens When You Eat Right Before Bed (39:20) Proven Relaxation Exercises That Help You Fall Asleep (43:32) What the Ideal Sleep Environment Actually Looks Like (47:14) How the Military Falls Asleep in 2 Minutes Flat (52:39) These Smart Earphones Sync With Your Brainwaves to Improve Sleep (57:06) Why Sleep Might Be in Crisis by 2026 (1:00:26) Ads (1:02:16) 1 in 7 Have Sleep Apnea—and Most Don't Know It (1:04:31) 6 Hidden Signs You Might Have Sleep Apnea (1:06:05) Should Couples Sleep Together or Apart? The Surprising Data (1:07:28) Why Sleep Apnea Symptoms Differ Between Men and Women (1:11:09) The Scary Health Dangers of Chronic Sleep Deprivation (1:13:43) The Most Common Myths About Insomnia—Debunked (1:18:45) How Sleep Problems Fuel Depression (And Vice Versa) (1:20:40) The Big Lies You've Heard About Melatonin (1:25:56) Kids Are Overdosing on Melatonin—Here's What Parents Need to Know (1:27:36) How to Beat Jet Lag Like a Pro Traveler (1:31:35) The Hidden Dangers of Taking Melatonin Every Night (1:34:13) This Is the Most Researched Sleep Supplement Ever (1:36:14) Can Ashwagandha Really Calm Nighttime Overthinking? (1:37:06) The Turkey and Milk Combo That Actually Promotes Sleep (1:39:43) This Simple Banana Hack Could Help You Fall Asleep (1:42:20) Why Vitamin D Is Crucial for Your Body's Internal Clock (1:43:27) Ads (1:45:42) How to Build a Sleep Routine That Actually Works (1:46:54) Should You Be Using a Wearable to Track Sleep? (1:50:03) What Dreams Are Trying to Tell You (And Why It Matters) (1:53:40) How to Reprogram Recurring Nightmares and Sleep Better (2:00:06) The First Night Effect Is Real—Here's Why You Should Care (2:01:55) Why Fighting Before Bed Could Be Destroying Your Sleep (2:06:18) The Most Surprising Time of Day to Fall in Love (2:07:38) How to Find the Perfect Pillow in Just 4 Steps (2:16:29) How to Prep Your Bedroom for Deep, Restorative Sleep (2:20:12) What One Thing Would You Change About Healthcare? Enjoyed the episode? Share this link and earn points for every referral - redeem them for exclusive prizes: https://doac-perks.com  Follow Dr Michael: Instagram - https://linkly.link/2ZqV9  YouTube - https://linkly.link/2ZqVD  Website - https://linkly.link/2ZuLL  You can purchase Dr Michael's book, ‘Sleep Drink Breathe', here: https://linkly.link/2ZqVM  You can find out more about the resources mentioned, here: Sleep-Drink-Breathe 3-Week Plan - https://linkly.link/2ZuLP  Orion Cooling Mattress Pad - https://linkly.link/2ZuLM  Timeshifter - https://linkly.link/2ZuLN  Upgraded Formulas Magnesium - https://linkly.link/2ZuLO  Muse - https://linkly.link/2ZuLQ  The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Stan: Join Stan's Dare to Post 30-day Challenge. Post one video per day for 30 days. Finish the challenge and split $100,000. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. For Official Rules, visit https://DaretoDream.stan.store   LinkedIn Marketing: https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY     Intuit: If you want help getting out of the weeds of admin, https://intuitquickbooks.com

Living a Nutritious Life PodcastIn this exciting episode of Living a Nutritious Life Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Sarah Petroski, a sleep expert, yoga instructor, and personal trainer.About Our Guest:Sarah Petroski is a Personal Trainer, Kundalini Yoga teacher, and Sleep Performance Coach specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), the gold standard treatment for insomnia. She holds a postgraduate degree in Sleep Medicine from the University of Oxford and has spent the past 20 years teaching movement and mindfulness practices.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The real science behind why women in midlife often struggle with sleep, including the profound impact of hormonal changes and hidden factors like sleep apnea.- Practical, actionable tools for improving your sleep (beyond good sleep hygiene) from developing a morning routine to leveraging powerful meditation techniques and exercise.- Why managing stress and nurturing your nervous system throughout the day may be as important as what you do in the hours immediately before bed.- The latest on sleep tracking, supplements, and the surprising role of ritual and mindset in rewiring lifelong sleep patterns.Episode Highlights:- Sarah shares her unconventional journey from sports TV producer to sleep expert and why her own lifelong battle with insomnia fuels her passion for helping others.- A deep dive into how perimenopause and menopause affect women's sleep physiology, the increase in sleep apnea risk, and why most symptoms go undiagnosed.- Powerful routines and tools: from the benefits of Kundalini meditation and strategic morning sunlight, to the importance of keeping your bedroom cool—and what to do when you wake at 3 a.m.- Must-know facts about the glymphatic system (your brain's “waste clearance” system at night), the role of mindset in overcoming insomnia, and what works—and doesn't—with popular sleep supplements like melatonin and magnesium.About Living a Nutritious Life Podcast: Welcome to the Living a Nutritious Life podcast with Keri Glassman, MS, RDN, CDN, where we break down the latest nutrition science into smart, actionable tips to help you live your most nutritious life.On the Living a Nutritious Life podcast, Keri and her world-renowned guests cut through the noise, sharing unparalleled, forward-thinking tips, tricks, and the latest in health, wellness, and nutrition science.Based on Keri's whole-person approach to healthy living, each impactful episode extends far beyond the simplistic “get more sleep” and “eat your greens” advice. She connects the dots like no one else – like how morning yoga can make it easier to choose a healthy lunch, leading to better sleep at night.Listen as Keri and her expert guests explore the physiological and behavioral connections that explain, for example, why the common wisdom around dieting and exercising alone doesn't work, so you can finally make the meaningful changes you've been looking for.Thank you for listening in to this episode of Living a Nutritious Life. We hope you enjoyed the conversation as much as we did! If you found value in this episode, please RATE, REVIEW and SHARE.Ready to Dive Deeper? Get in on the action—enroll in our Become a Nutrition Coach program at nutritiouslife.com/bnc.Connect with Sarah on social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleepfitsarahLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-petroski-51a8b919/Website: www.sleepfitsarah.comRest to Rise Journal: www.sleepfitsarah.com/sleepshopConnect with Keri on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritiouslifeofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeriGlassmanNutritiousLife Twitter: https://twitter.com/NutritiousLife_ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nutritiouslife Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/nutritious_life/ Website: https://nutritiouslife.com/ Become a Nutrition Coach: https://nutritiouslife.com/bnc/Copyright © 2023-2025 Nutritious Life.#LivingaNutritiousLife #NutritiousLife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Wellness Reset, we're joined by Dr. Nimish Shah, a practicing Consultant at the Department of Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine at Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital, with over 16 years of clinical experience.Join us as we uncover:Why Sleep & Breathing Are Non-Negotiables for Long-Term HealthSleep Apnea: Symptoms, self-checks & when testing becomes essentialSleep Quality Over Quantity: Why REM & deep sleep matter more than hours sleptMelatonin Explained: When it helps, when it harms & why dosage mattersAir Pollution & Lung Health: Why exposure needs immediate attentionWomen & Children at Risk: Non-smoker lung disease, outdoor play & the hidden dangers of vapingAnd much more…

Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram explores a study comparing treatments for obstructive sleep apnea. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com (This video was recorded on January 21st, 2026) Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor. #OSA #apnea #Apnoea

Roger Seheult, MD of MedCram examines a new UK BioBank study on sunlight comparing melanoma mortality risk with all cause mortality benefit. See all Dr. Seheult's videos at: https://www.medcram.com/ (This video was recorded on January 24th 2026) Roger Seheult, MD is the co-founder and lead professor at: www.medcram.com He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine. MEDCRAM WORKS WITH MEDICAL PROGRAMS AND HOSPITALS: MedCram offers group discounts for students and medical programs, hospitals, and other institutions. Contact us at customers@medcram.com if you are interested. MEDIA CONTACT:  Media Contact: customers@medcram.com Media contact info: https://www.medcram.com/pages/media-contact Video Produced by Kyle Allred Edited by Daphne Sprinkle of Sprinkle Media Consulting, LLC FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/MedCram Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/MedCramVideos Instagram: www.instagram.com/medcram DISCLAIMER: MedCram medical videos are for medical education and exam preparation, and NOT intended to replace recommendations from your doctor. #sunlight #melanoma #infrared

On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Dr. Michael J. Breus, PhD, globally known as The Sleep Doctor™ to discuss tips for high quality sleep, suggestions to overcome jet lag, a look into sleep chronotypes and lots more. Tune in now!  Key Takeaways From This Episode: What sleep chronotypes are and why it matters Suggestions for higher quality sleep How long should you avoid drinks and food before bed? Tips to overcome jet lag ABOUT MICHAEL J. BREUS, PHD: Dr. Michael J. Breus, PhD has the distinction of being a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is one of only 168 people in the world to have passed the Sleep Medical Speciality board without going to Medical School. World-renowned as The Sleep Doctor™, he is a bestselling author, media personality, keynote speaker, and brand advisor, bringing science-backed sleep expertise to the public for nearly three decades.   Connect with Dr. Breus: Website: https://sleepdoctor.com/  Chronotype Quiz: https://sleepdoctor.com/pages/chronotypes/chronotype-quiz?srsltid=AfmBOooagcc1iKsFRmwg-AvEWuA2Jspu2dCOyVr4pxvycenQTO8JLgPU   Instagram: @thesleepdoctor LinkedIn: Michael J. Breus, PhD About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer: Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the award-winning author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building. Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel's work has been featured in Forbes and she has had multiple TV appearances including NBC News Daily, ABC News Live, FOX Weather, ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago and more. Kristel lives in the Chicago, IL area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide. To Book Kristel as a speaker for your next event, click here. Website: www.livegreatly.co  Follow Kristel Bauer on: Instagram: @livegreatly_co  LinkedIn: Kristel Bauer Twitter: @livegreatly_co Facebook: @livegreatly.co Youtube: Live Greatly, Kristel Bauer To Watch Kristel Bauer's TEDx talk of Redefining Work/Life Balance in a COVID-19 World click here. Click HERE to check out Kristel's corporate wellness and leadership blog Click HERE to check out Kristel's Travel and Wellness Blog Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

 We all know that sleep is important, but how much can eight hours really do for us? Turns out, a good night's rest does more than restore our energy; restful sleep helps regulate weight, blood sugar, and even blood pressure. Ding Zou, MD, PhD, and Mio Kobayashi Frisk, MD, of the University of Gothenburg, studied how conditions like sleep apnea and insomnia affect hypertension, with those getting less sleep having higher instances of elevated blood pressure levels. Host Patti Tripathi discusses their study, what solutions exist for better sleep, and what future studies may look like. Read the paper: https://www.atsjournals.org/doi/abs/10.1513/AnnalsATS.202501-080OC 

In this season 8 premiere of Talking Sleep, host Dr. Seema Khosla welcomes three members of the AASM guideline committee—Dr. Rami Khayat, Professor and Division Chief of Pulmonary, Allergy & Critical Care Medicine and Director of Penn State Health Sleep Services; Dr. Shirine Allam, Professor of Medicine at Emory University and Program Director for the Pulmonary and Critical Care Fellowship at the Atlanta VA Medical Center; and Dr. Christine Won, Medical Director of Yale Centers for Sleep Medicine and Professor of Medicine at Yale University—to discuss the newly released AASM clinical practice guidelines for central sleep apnea treatment. The conversation begins with the rigorous process behind guideline development, clarifying the distinction between evidence-based recommendations and expert opinion. The panel systematically walks through each recommendation, addressing CPAP use across various CSA etiologies including primary CSA, heart failure-related CSA, medication-induced CSA, treatment-emergent CSA, and CSA due to medical conditions. A surprising recommendation against BPAP without backup rate generates discussion about why backup rates matter and why heart failure patients are excluded from certain BPAP recommendations. The experts tackle the controversial topic of adaptive servo-ventilation (ASV), explaining why it's now conditionally recommended even for heart failure patients despite SERVE-HF trial concerns. They clarify that newer ASV algorithms differ from devices used in that study and emphasize the importance of patient-provider shared decision-making and treatment at experienced centers. Practical implementation guidance covers oxygen therapy for heart failure and high-altitude CSA, including insurance coverage challenges. The panel discusses acetazolamide use across multiple CSA etiologies, providing concrete advice on prescribing and follow-up protocols. Transvenous phrenic nerve stimulation receives attention as an option for select patients, with candid discussion about its invasive nature, accessibility limitations, and high costs. The episode addresses the shift toward viewing CSA treatment as chronic disease management, including billing code G211 implications. The experts emphasize that guidelines guide but don't constrain clinical judgment, stressing the importance of monitoring beyond AHI—including patient symptoms and quality of life improvements. Whether you're treating complex central sleep apnea, navigating insurance coverage, or seeking clarity on when ASV is appropriate, this review provides essential guidance for implementing evidence-based CSA treatment. Join us for this season premiere that translates complex guidelines into practical clinical applications.

Ian Sample puts listeners' questions on dreams and nightmares to Dr Michelle Carr, director of the Dream Engineering Laboratory in Montreal's Centre for Advanced Research in Sleep Medicine, and author of the new book Into the Dream Lab. They look at why we dream, what we can learn by examining our dreams, and what we can do when dreams turn to nightmares. Dr Carr gives her top tips for taking charge of our dreams and trying to influence their content. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod

Dr. Don Watenpaugh is a scientist, sleep clinician, data artist, and poet with a PhD in physiology. His extensive career spans academia, NASA, and the U.S. Navy, focusing on human sleep, exercise, and environmental physiology. As a board-certified sleep medicine specialist, he directed a large urban sleep clinic for over 13 years, caring for patients and educating healthcare providers. Dr. Watenpaugh is an adjunct faculty member in physiology, anatomy, and biomedical engineering. He now creates data-driven art and poetry at Studio Videnda. In this episode, he brings his deep expertise to the critical relationship between sleep and concussion recovery.Episode Summary:In this episode of the Concussion Coach Podcast, host Bethany Lewis welcomes sleep expert Dr. Don Watenpaugh, to explore the complex connection between sleep disturbances and concussion recovery. Dr. Watenpaugh explains the physiological reasons why concussions commonly disrupt sleep—from brain inflammation impacting cerebral spinal fluid "brainwashing" during non-REM sleep to the exacerbation of pre-existing conditions like PTSD, depression, and anxiety. The conversation delves into the different types of insomnia (sleep onset and maintenance) and their potential causes, including restless leg syndrome and sleep apnea.Crucially, Dr. Watenpaugh provides actionable, evidence-based strategies to improve sleep and support brain healing. He discusses the evolving role of exercise as medicine, emphasizing safe, non-jarring activities like stationary cycling. He covers practical sleep hygiene tips, such as the importance of spinal alignment during sleep, the potential benefits of slightly elevating the head of the bed, and the disruptive effects of electronics and blue light. The discussion also touches on the careful use of supplements like melatonin, the special considerations for military personnel and student-athletes, and the overarching importance of patient education and self-advocacy. This episode is packed with science-backed insights to help listeners break the vicious cycle of poor sleep and prolonged concussion symptoms.Key Resources & Strategies Mentioned:Exercise as Medicine: Safe, mild-to-moderate exercise (e.g., stationary cycling to avoid head acceleration) can aid concussion recovery and improve sleep. Always consult your doctor.Sleep Position & Environment:Maintain spinal alignment; avoid stomach sleeping to prevent neck torsion.Consider slightly elevating the head of the bed to help reduce intracranial pressure.Remove electronics (TVs, phones) from the bedroom to avoid mental stimulation and blue light, which suppresses natural melatonin.Addressing Underlying Causes:Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS): Evening exercise (ending 2+ hours before bed) can help. Other treatments are available.Sleep Apnea: A common cause of sleep maintenance insomnia. Treatment (e.g., CPAP) is critical for overall health and concussion recovery.Hormonal Factors: Post-menopausal women may see a link between hormone changes and sleep apnea onset.Melatonin & Supplements: Prioritize natural melatonin production by managing light exposure. If using supplements, start with a low dose well before bedtime, monitor for side effects like headaches or grogginess, and consult your doctor.Patient Advocacy & Reliable Research: Dr. Watenpaugh stresses the importance of educating yourself using reliable, peer-reviewed sources like PubMed/MEDLINE, reputable medical institutions (e.g., Johns Hopkins & the Mayo Clinic), and professional organizations (e.g., American Academy of Sleep Medicine).Dr. Don Watenpaugh's website:Website/Data Art Studio: https://www.studiovidenda.comBethany Lewis & The Concussion Coach:Free Guide: "5 Best Ways to Support Your Loved One Dealing with a Concussion" - Download at www.theconcussioncoach.comConcussion Coaching Program: For personalized mentorship in recovery. Sign up for a free consultation HERE

In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden and Dr. Dan Pardi delve into the intricate relationship between longevity, cognitive enhancement, sleep, and stem cell health. They explore the science behind nootropics, the impact of sleep on cognitive function, and the role of stem cells in aging. The conversation highlights the importance of a healthy internal environment and the interplay of various biological systems in promoting longevity. They also discuss innovative approaches to support stem cell function and the significance of mindset in the healing process.     For Audience ·       Use code 'Podcast10' to get 10% OFF on any of our supplements at https://gladdenlongevityshop.com/ !  ·       Get discount using the link ➡️ www.qualialife.com/gladden15     Takeaways ·       The quest for longevity involves understanding how to live young for a lifetime. ·       Nootropics can enhance cognitive function and overall brain health. ·       Sleep is crucial for recovery and cognitive performance. ·       GHB has potential benefits for promoting deep sleep and recovery. ·       Stem cell health is vital for combating the effects of aging. ·       The hallmarks of aging are interconnected and influence each other. ·       Creating a supportive environment for stem cells can enhance their function. ·       Mindset and relaxation techniques can significantly impact healing. ·       Innovative products are being developed to support stem cell health. ·       Integrating various health strategies can lead to better longevity outcomes.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Qualia and Nootropics 05:31 The Science Behind Nootropics 08:22 Dan Pardee's Journey and PhD Focus 10:58 Understanding Narcolepsy and Sodium Oxybate 13:41 The Role of Sleep in Health 16:13 Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Sodium Oxybate 18:57 Challenges and Considerations in Sleep Medicine 21:47 Stem Cell Innovations at Qualia 24:40 Understanding Stem Cell Exhaustion and Aging 27:01 The Interplay of Aging Hallmarks 29:55 The Exponential Nature of Aging 31:46 Strategies for Stem Cell Health 38:21 Clearing Senescent Cells for Regeneration 43:30 The Role of Mindfulness in Healing   To learn more about Dan Pardi: Email:  dan@qualialife.com Website: www.qualialife.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Qualialife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qualialife/   Reach out to us at:    Website: https://gladdenlongevity.com/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gladdenlongevity/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladdenlongevity/?hl=en     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gladdenlongevity    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_q8nexY4K5ilgFnKm7naw         Gladden Longevity Podcast Disclosures Production & Independence The Gladden Longevity Podcast and Age Hackers are produced by Gladden Longevity Podcast, which operates independently from Dr. Jeffrey Gladden's clinical practice and research at Gladden Longevity in Irving, Texas. Dr. Gladden may serve as a founder, advisor, or investor in select health, wellness, or longevity-related ventures. These may occasionally be referenced in podcast discussions when relevant to educational topics. Any such mentions are for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Medical Disclaimer The Gladden Longevity Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services — including the giving of medical advice — and no doctor–patient relationship is formed through this podcast or its associated content. The information shared on this podcast, including opinions, research discussions, and referenced materials, is not intended to replace or serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition they may have. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional regarding any questions or concerns about your health, medical conditions, or treatment options. Use of information from this podcast and any linked materials is at the listener's own risk. Podcast Guest Disclosures Guests on the Gladden Longevity Podcast may hold financial interests, advisory roles, or ownership stakes in companies, products, or services discussed during their appearance. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of Gladden Longevity, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, or the production team. Sponsorships & Affiliate Disclosures To support the creation of high-quality educational content, the Gladden Longevity Podcast may include paid sponsorships or affiliate partnerships. Any such partnerships will be clearly identified during episodes or noted in the accompanying show notes. 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Full Show notes: Bengreenfieldlife.com/sleepbetter Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He is one of only 168 psychologists in the world to have passed the Sleep Medical Specialty board without going to Medical School. Dr. Breus was recently named the Top Sleep Specialist in California by Reader’s Digest and one of the 10 most influential people in sleep. Dr. Breus is on the clinical advisory board of The Dr. Oz Show and on the show (40 times). Dr Breus pens a monthly column in WebMD magazine, 'Sleep Matters,' and writes regularly for WebMD, The Huffington Post, and Psychology Today. He is also the author of The Sleep Doctor's Diet Plan and Beauty Sleep. Dr. Breus is the author of 4 books, with his newest was released in Dec of 2024 called Sleep, Drink, Breathe: Wellness is too complicated. This book gives an easy-to-follow 3-week program to teach everyone how these 3 simple biobehaviors are the foundation for wellness. He is an expert resource for most major publications, doing more than 300 interviews per year. Visit : bengreenfieldlife.com/orionsleep and use code - GREENFIELD15 to save 15% off Episode Sponsors: Just Thrive: For a limited time, you can save 20% off a 90 day bottle of Just Thrive Probiotic and Just Calm at justthrivehealth.com/ben with promo code: BEN. That’s like getting a month for FREE! Take control today with Just Thrive! The Medicin: Immune Intel AHCC is a clinically studied shiitake mushroom extract that enhances immune cell communication through a patented fermentation process creating highly bioavailable alpha glucans. Backed by 30+ human studies and used in over 1,000 clinics worldwide, AHCC supports immune function for everyday wellness and chronic health challenges—learn more at TheMedicin.com and use code BEN for 10% off. Organifi Shilajit Gummies: Harness the ancient power of pure Himalayan Shilajit anytime you want with these convenient and tasty gummies. Get them now for 20% off at organifi.com/Ben. LVLUP Health: I trust and recommend LVLUP Health for your peptide needs as they third-party test every single batch of their peptides to ensure you’re getting exactly what you pay for and the results you’re after! Head over to lvluphealth.com/BGL and use code BEN15 for a special discount on their game-changing range of products. Timeline: Give your cells new life with high-performance products powered by Mitopure, Timeline's powerful ingredient that unlocks a precise dose of the rare Urolithin A molecule and promotes healthy aging. Go to shop.timeline.com/BEN and use code BEN to get 20% off your order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Sweet dreams,” we say at bedtime. But why do we dream at all? And what happens when we're plagued by nightmares? Michelle Carr is director of the Dream Engineering Laboratory in the Center for Advanced Research in Sleep Medicine, an assistant professor at the University of Montreal and a former president of the International Association for the Study of Dreams. She joins guest host Courtney Collins to discuss the sleeping mind, how to move past nightmares to a more restful night and how we can even take control of our dreams. Her book is “Nightmare Obscura: A Dream Engineer's Guide Through the Sleeping Mind.” Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

No.1 Sleep Expert DR. MATTHEW WALKER reveals how to fix insomnia, reset your circadian rhythm, deepen REM sleep, and why magnesium and melatonin may be hurting your sleep. Dr Matthew Walker is a Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley, and one of the world's leading experts on sleep science, with over 20 years of research. He is host of The Matt Walker Podcast and bestselling author of ‘Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams'.  He explains: ◼️The shocking link between poor sleep timing and increased cancer risk ◼️How alcohol and caffeine silently sabotage deep sleep and mental performance ◼️Why screen time and light exposure before bed are secretly rewiring your brain ◼️How “sleep banking” before stress, travel, or work sprints can boost resilience ◼️Why parents, professionals, and athletes all need radically different sleep strategies Enjoyed the episode? Share it using this link and get points for every referral: https://doac-perks.com (00:00) Intro (02:33) Sleep Changes Your DNA (05:01) The Stigma Around Sleep and Laziness (08:43) What's Stopping People From Sleeping? (10:58) The Shocking Link Between Weekend Sleep-Ins and Heart Disease (14:48) New Research: Sleep Banking for Low-Sleep Periods (16:25) Boost Cognitive Performance With This Sleep Hack (19:14) 3 Things That Will Improve Your Sleep Quality Tonight (20:42) It's Not Blue Light That's Keeping You Awake (22:01) Melatonin Doesn't Make You Sleep — Here's What It Does (24:28) The Right Amount of Melatonin (25:55) The 1% With Nocturnal Clocks Who Can't Sleep Until 3 AM (27:26) Should You Be Concerned About Melatonin as a Sleep Aid? (30:33) The Trade-Offs in Sleep Medicine (35:05) The Key to a Digital Detox (35:46) The 4 Macros of Good Sleep: QQRT (37:02) The Minimum Amount of Sleep You Need to Stay Alive (42:49) How Sleep Regularity Predicts Life Expectancy (46:50) Try This 7-Day Sleep Enhancer Challenge (53:24) Is Your Room Dark Enough for Optimal Sleep? (1:01:03) Why Counting Sheep Doesn't Work (1:02:58) A Better Alternative to Counting Sheep (1:04:36) Does Magnesium Really Help With Sleep? (1:11:47) Ads (1:13:33) How REM Sleep Works and How to Maximize It (1:20:30) Why REM Sleep Is So Important (1:22:07) Entering a ‘Psychotic' State During Dreams (1:25:05) Healing Trauma Through Dreams (1:31:12) Nightmares as a Warning Sign of Mental Health Issues (1:36:09) REM Sleep Is Like Group Therapy for Memories (1:39:31) Ads (1:41:18) The Dystopian Future: Superhumans Who Sleep Only 6 Hours (1:45:17) Could Humans Be Engineered to Sleep Less? (1:50:20) Why Undersleeping Triggers Cravings (1:54:36) A New Drug That Could Help With Insomnia (2:03:50) What Did Success Bring You? (2:07:33) I Didn't Believe in Finding “The One” (2:28:39) The Future of AI and Sleep Follow Dr Matthew: X - https://bit.ly/4oIRpAY Instagram - https://bit.ly/49OgFB4 Podcast - https://bit.ly/489MJhA  You can purchase Dr Matthew's book, ‘Why We Sleep', here: https://amzn.to/3K04IxJ The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ◼️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Sponsors: Linkedin Ads - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY    Pipedrive - http://pipedrive.com/CEO  KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription order Last chance to join the waitlist for the limited edition Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards here: https://bit.ly/cardswaitlist