Scientists discovered a surprising gut-heart connection that may help prevent sleep apnea from causing serious cardiovascular damage. Sleep apnea affects millions of people worldwide and is known to raise the risk of serious cardiovascular problems. Now, researchers have identified a potential new treatment target that could help reduce some of the condition’s harmful effects. Findings [...]

A large phase 3 clinical trial has revealed promising results for a once-nightly pill designed to treat obstructive sleep apnea by targeting the biological mechanisms that cause airway collapse during sleep. A once-nightly pill significantly improved obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) symptoms in a large phase 3 clinical trial presented at the 2026 ATS International Conference. [...]