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New study highlights the importance of social support for people living with narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia.

New Study Highlights the Importance of Social Support for People Living with Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia

A groundbreaking study published in Sleep Medicine underscores the profound impact of social connections on individuals living with narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia (IH). With over 1,300 respondents from 38 countries, this survey reveals that knowing someone with the same diagnosis was significantly associated with feeling supported and adjusting to life with these chronic sleep disorders.…
Scholarship recipient India, standing on a green field wearing a gray hoodie with “UC IRVINE ANTEATERS” written in black and yellow, with fingers posed to resemble anteaters.

2024 Narcolepsy Scholarship Recipients Report from College

This summer, Project Sleep and generous donors awarded the Jack & Julie Narcolepsy Scholarship to 37 college-bound students living with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia. With the fall semester in full swing, we caught up with the recipients to find out how the college experience has been so far. Read their updates below to see how much…

15 TED and TEDx Talks on Sleep

Although sleep is a crucial aspect of human life, occupying about one-third of our existence, many people report not getting the necessary hours of sleep their bodies need. While most of us will experience sleep deprivation at some point due to life’s stressors, conditions such as insomnia, restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy, circadian rhythm sleep disorders,…
Celebrating World Narcolepsy Day 2024 event graphic

Celebrating World Narcolepsy Day 2024

On September 22, 2024, people around the world joined together in celebrating the sixth annual World Narcolepsy Day to raise awareness and fight stigma around this chronic neurological condition. Members of the community from across the globe participated in activities to show their support via storysharing, social media engagement, broadcast events, and newscasts. Here, we’d…
Julie Flygare Raises Sleep Awareness at the California Sleep Society 17th Annual Educational Symposium.

Julie Flygare Raises Sleep Awareness Across the Country

President & CEO of Project Sleep, Julie Flygare, JD, has been jet-setting around the country to raise awareness of sleep! In the short span of three weeks, Flygare gave four presentations and moderated one panel at three different professional society meetings. To start her journey, Flygare was invited to Michigan by board-certified sleep doctor, Christopher…

New Apple Watch Detects Possible Sleep Apnea

“My Apple Watch says I might have sleep apnea, so what’s next?” The latest Apple Watch includes a new feature alerting users of possible sleep apnea. This is an exciting development, but what should you do if you get this notification? What kind of doctor diagnoses sleep apnea? Are treatments available? Interestingly, of the 30…

Sleep Apnea Squad: Sleep Apnea Testing

What’s a sleep apnea test? The latest Apple Watch alerts users of possible sleep apnea. But what kind of doctor do you see to get tested for sleep apnea and what’s the difference between an at home versus in sleep clinic sleep apnea test? On Tuesday, October 8th, 2024, we discussed all the options, insurance…

Julie Flygare Raises Awareness of Narcolepsy on ABC News Live

President & CEO of Project Sleep, Julie Flygare, JD, appeared on ABC News Live with Diane Macedo to raise awareness of narcolepsy ahead of World Narcolepsy Day 2024. The segment took place on Friday, September 20, two days ahead of the sixth annual World Narcolepsy Day. In the interview, Flygare described her symptoms and experience…

Project Sleep Featured in Scientific American Narcolepsy Article

Project Sleep is proud to be featured in an important article in Scientific American raising awareness of narcolepsy, “Global Wake-up Call Helps Bring Narcolepsy to Light.” This article draws attention to World Narcolepsy Day and features the stories of nine-year NFL player, Josh Andrews, and President & CEO of Project Sleep, Julie Flygare, JD. Scientific…

Narcolepsy Nerd Alert: Could I Have Narcolepsy?

Wondering if you or a loved one could have narcolepsy? Sleep medicine specialist Dr. Lindsay McCullough, MD joined us to discuss symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment and share her own journey to being diagnosed with narcolepsy. Could I Have Narcolepsy? Toolkit: Narcolepsy Nerd Alert toolkits accompany each broadcast. The toolkits are designed for people living with…