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Freelance writer covering women's health, health tech, parenting • sleep • Bylines: Giddy, Healthgrades, Vice, Parents, US News, Discover #Binders

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Risa Kerslake is a registered nurse and freelance writer who lives in the Midwest, specializing in health, parenting and education topics.

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Fatigue Emerges as Major Unmet Need in Hypersomnia Disorders

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By Risa Kerslake Verified
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Fatigue is a symptom commonly reported by patients with narcolepsy type 1 (NT1), narcolepsy type 2 (NT2), and idiopathic hypersomnia (IH), and it differs from excessive daytime sleepiness. Patients can experience excessive daytime sleepiness and fatigue separately. However, past research has been based largely on qualitative, anecdotal evidence, according to Michael Doane, PhD, the head of health economics and outcomes research at Alkermes.
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‘Presenteeism’ Highlights the Hypersomnia Cognitive Burden

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By Risa Kerslake Verified
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Among patients with narcolepsy type 1 (NT1), narcolepsy type 2 (NT2), and idiopathic hypersomnia (IH), cognitive impairment is a frequently reported symptom, but it has been historically underresearched and underrecognized. The ASPIRE survey study examined the lived experiences of cognitive impairment in 366 adults with NT1, NT2, or IH.
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DT Research DT514LA Offers Trusted Bedside Support

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By Risa Kerslake Verified
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Point-of-care technology has come a long way since the humble blood glucose meter for patients with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Nurses and other team members provide bedside care to streamline assessments and diagnostic and treatment protocols. With handheld readers and mobile devices, care teams stay agile and can avoid treatment delays or medication errors. However, it’s often not feasible to provide a comprehensive level of care with smaller screens.
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