Sleep News

Week of October 19, 2026 — curated from leading sleep research and health sources, summarized by AI.

The Little Girl Who Couldn’t Fall Asleep

Years after finding relief from delayed sleep-wake phase disorder, a high schooler and her classmates are working to ensure other children don't have to endure the same anxiety.

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Investigational Oral Sleep Drug Candidate Increases NREM Sleep in Preclinical Models

Early data on a newly unveiled therapeutic candidate demonstrates an increase in total sleep time driven by non-rapid eye movement sleep, prompting advancement toward clinical development.

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Sleep Sensor Kits Comparison Guide

Sleep Review's sleep sensor kits guide compares these bundles on included sensors, usage, warranties, and range, as well as provides information on how to request samples.

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Respiratory Effort Belts Comparison Guide

This guide compares sleep study belts on features such as dimensions, disposable versus reusable, patient range, and technology.

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New Strategic Partnership Targets the Intersection of Sleep and Cardiovascular Health

Two health technology companies recently signed a memorandum of understanding to explore new medical opportunities and integrate sleep data with cardiovascular risk factors.

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Is Your Sleep Business Ready for the 2027 Home Sleep Testing Codes?

A billing expert outlines five checks to prepare for the new unattended sleep study CPT codes launching in January, as well as alerts billers to several potential claims complications.

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FDA Clears Smart Ring for Cuffless, Calibrationless Blood Pressure Monitoring

The newly cleared wearable provides continuous, passive blood pressure measurements without the need for an inflatable cuff or external calibration, building on its existing sleep apnea diagnostic capabilities.

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The Medicare GLP-1 Discount Has One Big Catch: Some Sick Patients Don’t Qualify

The $50 price under Bridge applies only to people using the drug solely for weight loss. Anyone who has a qualifying medical condition that the FDA approved GLP-1s to treat, such obstructive sleep apnea, is instead routed back to their Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, which can require copays of hundreds of dollars a month for GLP-1s.

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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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