https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/troubling-link-between-sleep-medication-and-cognitiveac-decline-heres-what-to-do
While it may be tempting to rely on prescription sleep medications, these should be a last resort due to their impact on long-term brain health.
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https://aasm.org/zepbound-approved-fda-first-sleep-apnea-medication/
Jan 10, 2025 - Eli Lilly announced the FDA has approved Zepbound (tirzepatide) as the first and only prescription medication for adults with sleep apnea.
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https://sleepreviewmag.com/sleep-treatments/pharmaceuticals/prescription-drugs/study-links-reduced-sleep-medication-use-older-adults-to-improved-health-longevity/
Jan 9, 2026 - New modeling suggests avoiding prescription sleep drugs could lower fall risk and cognitive impairment while increasing life expectancy.
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