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Category: Hypersomnias
Hypersomnias
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Hypersomnias
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How Orexin-A Testing Could Become Easier
The gold-standard assay for measuring orexin deficiency in cerebrospinal fluid requires a lumbar puncture and radioactive materials. New findings could help advance testing alternatives for people with narcolepsy.
Hypersomnias
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The Cognitive Toll of Narcolepsy Type 1
Cognitive symptoms have largely been absent from narcolepsy clinical trials. New research defines these symptoms and illustrates their impact, with researchers hoping they will be included moving forward.
Narcolepsy
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Alkermes Increases Offer to Acquire Avadel
The increased offer values Avadel at up to approximately $2.37 billion.
Idiopathic Hypersomnia
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FDA Grants Orphan Drug Designation to IH Drug Contender
A phase 3 trial is underway to evaluate the drug's efficacy and safety in adults with IH, with enrollment expected to complete by the end of 2025.
Insufficient Sleep Syndrome
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Sleep Disorders and Lack of Sleep Plague Active US Military Personnel
A new study found that 85% of active duty servicemen and servicewomen have sleep disorders.
Kleine-Levin Syndrome
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Kleine-Levin Syndrome Foundation Taps First Executive Director
An experienced non-profit leader and author is appointed to the first-ever professional staff role for the foundation.