Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a common but serious chronic sleep related breathing disorder that’s diagnosed by a doctor. It’s when disrupted breathing—stops and starts that repeat throughout the night—[…]
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National Sleep Foundation Joins Forces to Raise Awareness on Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Contact: Stephanie Corkett 703-243-1753 scorkett@thensf.org National Sleep Foundation Joins Forces to Raise Awareness on Obstructive Sleep Apnea Washington, D.C. (October 19, 2021): The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) has joined with[…]
Do I have Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
Living with the symptoms of a sleep disorder can leave you feeling Beyond Tired®. Learn more from the NSF here. Loud snoring is only one of the signs[…]
Living with Sleep Apnea: Steps You Can Take for Better Sleep and Health
Who doesn’t love a sound night’s sleep? Good sleep can start you on your way to flourish in life by helping you achieve goals, feel productive at home and work[…]
National Sleep Foundation Research Reveals Nearly 1/3 of Americans Diagnosed with Sleep Apnea are Not Receiving Treatment Despite Health Risks
Only ¼ of Americans Can Identify the Health Consequences of Untreated Sleep Apnea Media Contact:Mauren Higginsmhiggins@brcommunications.com Washington, D.C. (March 11, 2025) — As part of the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF)[…]
National Sleep Foundation Previews Sleep Health Priorities and Predictions for 2025 at CES
Building on NSF Leadership Milestones in Sleep Health and SleepTech® Contact: Stephanie Kohnskohn@theNSF.org Las Vegas, Nev. (January 7, 2025): National Sleep Foundation (NSF), the global voice of sleep health, presented its[…]
What is REM Sleep?
You may have heard the term, but do you know what it means? Understanding the importance of REM helps explain why a solid night’s sleep is so important. Most people[…]
Sleep Awareness Week 2025
Excessive Daytime Sleepiness – Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia
One sign of getting enough of the quality sleep you need is how you feel during the day. Most people know what they look and feel like when they’re refreshed[…]
Study Highlights Differences Between Adults Reporting Sleeping Issues to HCPs
Sleep Health Journal Article Highlights Differences Between Adults Reporting Sleeping Issues to Healthcare Providers Washington, D.C. (October 11, 2023): New research published in the National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) Sleep[…]
Max Hirshkowitz, PhD, Receives National Sleep Foundation’s Lifetime Achievement Award
National Sleep Foundation (NSF) announced today that Max Hirshkowitz, PhD, has received its Lifetime Achievement Award. The Lifetime Achievement Award is the organization’s highest honor, recognizing an individual who has demonstrated exemplary leadership in the field of sleep health. The award celebrates the recipient’s connection to NSF’s non-profit, public health mission through their extensive professional contributions to the field and to the work of the organization.
Not Sleeping Well? It Might Be Time to See a Healthcare Provider
Living with the symptoms of a sleep disorder can leave you feeling Beyond Tired®. Learn more from the NSF here. Something more serious might be keeping you from the[…]
Sleep by the Numbers
Interesting Sleep Facts and Statistics (2021) that We Can Learn From Sleep is an essential part of your body’s mental and physical wellness. However, it’s easy to forget how important[…]
Do I Have Excessive Sleepiness?
Living with the symptoms of a sleep disorder can leave you feeling Beyond Tired®. Learn more from the NSF here. Feeling overly drowsy during the day can come from[…]
The Link Between Nutrition and Sleep
There’s a connection between nutrition and sleep. Learn how your food choices and your meal timing can make a difference.
Am I Getting Enough Sleep?
Healthy sleep is critically important for your productivity and safety at work. Learn how SleepWorks® for you on and off the job. Is it bad if you only log[…]
Education for Health Care Professionals
Are You at Risk for Drowsy Driving?
Drowsy driving is a serious issue affecting both teens and adults across the U.S. According to NSF’s 2023 national survey, one in six teen drivers—around 1.7 million people—admitted to driving[…]
What Are the Common Causes of Snoring?
Why do people snore? Is it okay to snore? Is there a way to stop it? Here’s what you should know about the common causes of snoring. If your[…]