Sleep News

Week of October 5, 2026 — curated from leading sleep research and health sources, summarized by AI.

Japan Approves First-in-Class Treatment for Narcolepsy and OSA-Related Excessive Daytime Sleepiness

A newly approved histamine H3 receptor antagonist/inverse agonist offers a non-scheduled treatment option for excessive daytime sleepiness in Japanese patients.

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Sleep Medicine Podcast Hosts Release Book on Industry Evolution

A new publication distills insights from over 100 expert interviews to explore clinical practice, technology, and patient advocacy shifts in the sleep field.

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Phase III Trial Yields Positive Results for Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder Drug Candidate

The circadian regulator shifted sleep onset significantly earlier in adults, paving the way for a potential FDA submission for a new indication.

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Home Sleep Testing (HST) Services Comparison Guide

Outsourcing aspects of HST to a vendor can free up in-house staff time. This guide compares HST services programs on payment, devices used, scoring and interpretation options, turnaround time, patient education, patient support, and more.

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Positive Phase 1 Results for Investigational OSA Nasal Spray

A locally acting nighttime nasal spray designed to restore natural neuromuscular control of the upper airway during sleep showed safety and tolerability in healthy volunteers, paving the way for further trials.

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Panthera Invests $13 Million to Double Production Capacity

The investment will add 20,000 sq ft to the custom dental manufacturer's headquarters, supporting international growth and increased production of oral appliances for obstructive sleep apnea.

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Survey Highlights Hidden Sleep Crisis Among Parents

A recent survey reveals that just 5% of parents with young children get recommended sleep, with over a quarter showing signs of undiagnosed sleep apnea, highlighting an urgent need for clinical intervention and broadened access to sleep care.

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Sleep Clinic Waitlist: Turn Waiting Into a Head Start

Discover how Brad Wolgast uses COAST to engage patients before their first appointment. Download the white paper for a look at the workflow, time savings, and patient progress reported by his practice.

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Sleep Is Essential to Neuroplasticity

What happens during sleep helps determine how effectively the brain learns, forms memories, regulates emotion, and adapts across the lifespan.

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EEG Electrodes Comparison Guide

Compare sleep electrodes plating, cup dimensions, lead wire dimensions, disposable and reusable options, and patient range.

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OSA Screener Aims to Close Diagnosis Gap Between Women and Men

A new questionnaire is designed to better reflect how sleep disorders present in women, addressing frequent underdiagnosis by looking beyond traditional symptoms.

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Sixth-Gen Intelligent Sleep System Features Smaller Design, More Sensors

Eight Sleep's Pod 6 includes a redesigned, smaller hub, new solo sleeper sizes, and a lower starting price point.

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