Sleep

Symptoms of dry eye disease were more closely related to sleep disturbances than exam findings, although inflammation and meibum quality were linked to subjective sleep quality, according to a study in BMJ Open Ophthalmology.

Poor sleep quality and low energy on the previous day were associated with incident morning headache, while higher than average energy levels and stress were linked to later-day headache onset, researchers reported in Neurology.

Healio has compiled the most-read news in pulmonology posted in January.

The popular trend of Dry January is coming to a close for the year, but it helped spark interest in the benefits of abstaining from alcohol, even for just a month.

The FDA has granted 510(k) clearance to Mouth Guard+, a mandibular advancement device designed to reduce snoring, according to a press release from SnoreLessNow.

Testosterone level does not influence sleep quality or sleep duration among older men, according to findings published in BMC Geriatrics.

Patients with moderate to severe type 2 asthma, poor asthma control and high sleep disturbance experienced fewer nighttime symptoms and exacerbations with dupilumab, according to results published in Respiratory Medicine.

A combination pharmacotherapy for obstructive sleep apnea led to greater reductions in disease severity compared with placebo, according to results from a proof-of-concept phase 2 trial.

Following positive topline data for moderate to severe vasomotor symptom treatment, a phase 2 study of elinzanetant is underway to assess its safety and efficacy on sleep disturbances associated with menopause, Bayer said in a news release.

Binge-watching a TV show and online shopping are common reasons adults stay up past their bedtimes, according to a survey conducted by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.