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PhD Scholarship opportunity for an AHPRA-registered dentist at Flinders University

24-hour Movement Behaviour Guidelines survey

You're invited to participate in a survey seeking your opinion on examples of recommendations and messaging used in 24-Hour Movement Guidelines.

Narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia participants wanted

Adelaide Institute for Sleep Health are currently recruiting participants for a clinical trial.

Sleep Health Week 2024

Join us for Sleep Health Week from Monday 5 August 2024

Sleep: A core pillar of health and wellbeing

Last week the Mitchell Institute launched an Australia-first policy evidence brief on the importance of sleep.

Congratulations to our Award winner, Alexandra Shriane!

On Saturday 11 November, our Innovation and Sleep Science Communication Award finalists presented their research live at Sleep DownUnder, and our winner and runner ups were announced.

Notice of 2023 Annual General Meeting

Better Sleep Supports Better Wellbeing

For many individuals, improving sleep can enhance their wellbeing. Monash University is conducting research to better understand the reasons for this.

Research and Clinical PhD Opportunities

Personalised digital interventions for shift work

Recruiting for Insomnia Working Group

Can support with lifestyle behaviours, such as diet and exercise, improve treatments for insomnia?

FAQ: Sleep Studies with Prof Robert Adams

Have you been experiencing prolonged poor sleep or excessive daytime sleepiness? Are you concerned that you might have a sleep disorder? You may have been thinking about or have booked a sleep study

A consensus opinion amongst stakeholders as to benefits of obstructive sleep apnoea treatment for cardiovascular health

Sickness absenteeism is associated with sleep problems independent of sleep disorders

A quarter of working Australians may have one sick day a month as a consequence of poor sleep, a new survey reveals.

When and how do I seek help for my sleep?

Sleep is a complex and unique experience, so how do you know when to seek medical advice? Here are a few simple questions you can ask yourself and practices you can adopt to determine if you’re able to improve your sleep with some tips, or if you might be suffering from a sleep disorder and need to seek professional help now.

Denise Asks Awkward Questions with Dr Moira Junge

Dr Moira Junge joins Denise Scott on her podcast for Jean Hailes to answer awkward questions about sleep.

Jean Hailes podcast: Easing pain through meditation

Dr Moira Junge joins the Jean Hailes podcast to provide some relief and relaxation.

Jean Hailes podcast: Before bed de-stress

Dr Moira Junge joins the Jean Hailes podcast to help you relax and unwind before bed.

Daylight Saving Time survey

The Sleep Health Foundation is seeking participants to take a short survey asking their opinion on Daylight Saving Time in Australia.

The Morning Show with Dr Moira Junge for World Sleep Day

Talking sleep health, sleep disorders, and sleep myths.

Is there a "Gender Sleep Gap"?

Are women more likely to have poor sleep? Channel 9 Today Extra with Dr Moira Junge

Talking CPAP and Snoring on the Today Show

Dr Moira Junge spoke with Today Extra about the benefits and advancements of CPAP.

Introducing Dr Moira Junge, our inaugural CEO

Hear Moira's vision in this exciting new role!

Sleep Health Foundation Celebrating 10 years

In 2021, the Sleep Health Foundation celebrated it's 10th anniversary.

Insomnia Clinical Trial

Seeking individuals to participate in a new treatment study testing a consumer device and online program for insomnia

Psychological Research Study

Have you experienced a natural disaster, such as a flood, fire, cyclone or earthquake?

Dementia, Sleep and Wellbeing

A six week program targeting sleep and mood in people living with dementia and primary care partners

Online Insomnia Treatment Study

Are you interested in accessing a free online insomnia treatment program?

Project SWITCH: Improving shift workers' sleep and wellbeing

Receive personalised recommendations tailored to your body clock!

COMISA: Co-Morbid Insomnia and Sleep Apnoea

Insomnia and sleep apnoea study, with FREE gold-standard treatment

Project ARISE: Insomnia Study

Insomnia study with seven weeks FREE gold-standard treatment

The Beauty Sleep Trial: Herbal Treatment for Insomnia

The Better Sleep Program

Looking for people with Obstructive Sleep Apnoea

Investigation into later bedtimes for individuals with sleep concerns

Wind Down Before You Lie Down

Broad Radio: Jean Hailes Slumber Party with Dr Moira Junge

A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep

A Mindful Way to Healthy Sleep is a self-paced online program which helps people to learn proven skills and strategies to sleep well.

Sleep Health Interviews: Mental Health, OSA, Insomnia, Nightmares and Parasomnias

The Sleep Health Foundation’s Dr Moira Junge was a special guest for Vigour.Media's interviews on the topic of sleep.

Podcast: How do you sleep when it's hot?

Podcast: How sleep varies across cultures and countries

In this podcast Professor Dorothy Bruck considers how sleep and sleep/wake behaviours change across different cultures and different ethnic groups.

Speaker Program spotlight: Dr Hailey Meaklim

Hailey provides educational presentations and media insights on behalf of the Sleep Health Foundation. She shares her experience.

My Sleep Health Foundation Highlights

Dr Jasneek Chawla became a speaker for the Sleep Health Foundation in 2015. She shares her experience providing educational presentations.

Singing for snoring: Do we need more 'tone'?

An observational study of 20 chronic snorers found that snoring duration (measured from 1 hour tape recordings over 7 nights) was reduced in snorers who completed singing exercises for 20 minutes a day for 3 months.

A Good Night's Sleep and a Good Memory Go Hand in Hand

A recent study by scientists at the Griffith Lab has shown that the mechanism that promotes sleep also consolidates memory.

While you were sleeping

Sleep your way to health.

Seeking: Sleep Champion

The Sleep Health Foundation is seeking a high-profile person with sleep health interest to be our "Sleep Champion."

The ‘Sleep Calculator’ is just unscientific hype

Sleep Health Foundation says that the assumptions that the Sleep Calculator makes, and the advice it gives, are not based on scientific evidence.

Sleep and mood are closely connected

Healthy sleep is important for our well-being and quality of life.

Chill Out: Disturbed Sleep

Chill out: Disturbed sleep plays havoc with your mood and mind

School time sleep routine

Now is the time to start getting your children back into the school time sleep routine.

Sleep and mental health

Although the relationship between sleep and mental health is not clearly understood, we believe that a good night's sleep helps foster both mental and emotional resilience.