To sleep, perchance to cure

Article Abstract:

The American Sleep Disorders Association (ASDA) is trying to inform doctors about the prevalence of sleep disorders and expand the education of medical students about the problem. Only two-thirds of all medical schools include classes on sleep disorders. ASDA Pres David P. White says the disorders are at least as prevalent as diabetes and asthma. A Gallup Inc. survey in October 1995 found that half of all US adults have problems sleeping once a week. Obstructive sleep apnea affects up to 10 million people.

Management, Training, Study and teaching, American Sleep Disorders Association

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AMA to offer Category I CME for journal study

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The American Medical Association Council on Medical Education has passed a measure allowing physicians to accumulate continuing education credit (CME) I for reading certain types of medical journals. CME I credit is traditionally reserved for participation in formal educational meetings and conferences. Educators are concerned about the ethical aspects of using advertising-based journals for educational purposes while publishers are concerned that the measure will detract from their business.

Standards, American Medical Association. Council on Medical Education

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The 'silent epidemic' of sleep disorders

Article Abstract:

The National Center on Sleep Disorder Research was set up on the recommendation of the National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research to educate physicians and the public and work on treatments for the problem. The commission found that sleep disorders were not recognized as a serious problem, despite being potentially life threatening. The center has begun a five-year study of sleep apnea.

Administration of Public Health Programs, Health Programs, Research, Statistics, Public health, Sleep apnea syndromes, Sleep apnea

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