Internal Medicine, General Medicine Conference-IPSC 2026

Sleep health has become a key area of interest in internal medicine, with its significant influence on chronic disease formation and general health. Conditions like insomnia, sleep apnea, and disturbances in the circadian rhythm are now seen as causative factors for hypertension, obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Sleep evaluation is now being incorporated into practice by internal medicine physicians to identify patients early.

Treatment options involve behavioral therapies, CPAP therapy for sleep apnea, and medication when needed. Healthcare providers also stress lifestyle changes, stress management, and education regarding sleep hygiene. By making sleep medicine a top priority in internal medicine, healthcare workers are enhancing not just patient sleep but also long-term physical and mental health outcomes.