Richard K. Bogan, MD, will continue his role as Chair of the National Sleep Foundation board of directors in FY21.
A National Sleep Foundation Statement on Equality and the Need for Change
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) exists to help improve the sleep health and well-being of the public. We embrace and celebrate differences among us and understand that we are all connected by our shared fundamental human needs and rights. NSF can never accept beliefs or behaviors that foster racism, fuel hate, risk public safety, or restrict equal opportunities for everyone … Read More
The National Sleep Foundation Celebrates the Life and Legacy of Dr. Dement
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. William C. Dement. It is fitting that our friend Bill passed peacefully in his sleep, in the early morning hours of June 17, 2020. Bill’s pioneering and expansive work touched millions of people around the globe, and he received NSF’s inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award in 2001. His … Read More
National Sleep Foundation Announces New Chief Executive Officer
Washington, D.C. (June 15, 2020): The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) has named John Lopos as its new CEO. Mr. Lopos’ appointment is effective immediately. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am excited knowing John will guide the NSF into its next period of leading the ongoing transformation in public sleep health and well-being,” said Richard Bogan, MD, FCCP … Read More
Sleep.org and Sleepfoundation.org Transition Complete
For Immediate Release Contact: NSF Communications 703-243-1753 scorkett@thensf.org Washington, D.C. (June 12, 2020): National Sleep Foundation (NSF) and Health Forward Media reached an agreement in December 2019 to transition the ownership, operating control and day-to-day management of the sleep.org and sleepfoundation.org web properties, with content licensed from NSF to Health Forward Media. This change will allow these two highly-trafficked … Read More
Sleep in a Time of Pandemic
For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Corkett 703-243-1753 scorkett@thensf.org Sleep in a Time of Pandemic: A Position Statement from the National Sleep Foundation Washington, D.C. (May 19, 2020) – National Sleep Foundation (NSF) urges the public to follow healthy sleep habits and keep regular sleep schedules during the COVID-19 crisis to prevent circadian rhythm changes that can worsen sleep. With the … Read More
National Sleep Foundation CEO David Cloud Announces Plan to Step Down
National Sleep Foundation CEO David Cloud announced he will step down at the end of the year after leading the organization for 13 years.
2020 Sleep in America® Poll Shows Alarming Level of Sleepiness and Low Levels of Action
The National Sleep Foundation’s (NSF) annual Sleep in America® poll shows Americans feel sleepy on average three times a week, with 62% trying to “shake it off” as their primary response.
National Sleep Foundation’s Sleep Awareness Week® 2020 Celebrates Healthy Sleep
The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) prepares to launch its signature education initiative, Sleep Awareness Week® 2020, taking place on March 8-14.
Sleep Awareness Week® 2020 Announcement
Today the National Sleep Foundation announces that Sleep Awareness Week® 2020 will take place on March 8-14.