Undiagnosed sleep apnea significantly impacts a patient’s overall health. Otolaryngologists are at the forefront of diagnosing and treating this disorder. Symptoms vary, with loud snoring, morning headaches, and daytime fatigue being common. The article underscores the importance of recognizing these signs, especially in ENT patients, and outlines treatment options ranging from CPAP therapy to surgical interventions, highlighting the critical role of specialized care in managing sleep apnea effectively.
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Many workers in the United States do not get the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep per night, whether due to daily stressors or an undiagnosed sleep disorder. Savvy employers recognize this and incorporate sleep education into their employee benefits. They know a well-rested workforce can significantly improve productivity, employee satisfaction, and the company's bottom line. If you want to learn more about how to add sleep apnea screening to your wellness program, contact betternight.com.
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Now that Super Bowl LVlll is in the books, we are again reminded of the incredible athleticism displayed by professional athletes. Achieving peak athletic performance requires a comprehensive approach to health, encompassing balanced nutrition, consistent training, stress management, and quality sleep. However, even athletes excelling in their sport may still face challenges such as disrupted sleep or diagnosed sleep disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea.
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the United States, but the symptoms and risk factors for the disease differ between men and women. February is American Heart Month, a month-long campaign to promote heart education and disease prevention. It is also an excellent opportunity to learn about heart-healthy habits, the importance of sleep for the heart, and the differences in heart disease symptoms and risk factors between men and women.
Read MoreSleep apnea goes beyond being just a disease characterized by snoring. Instead, it poses serious comorbidities such as hypertension, stroke, diabetes, and several others associated with cardiovascular health…
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Hypertension and obstructive sleep apnea are serious health conditions that often go untreated and share many common risk factors. Because they often go hand-in-hand, it is important to…
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Cardiovascular disease is responsible for 1 in 4 deaths in the US and is the number one killer globally. Cardiovascular disease is also a comorbidity of obstructive sleep apnea, and the AHA estimates that between 40 and 80 percent of those who suffer from…
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We associate cardiovascular wellbeing with eating a heart-healthy diet and getting regular exercise, but new research shows that a good night’s sleep is also critical to maintaining overall cardiovascular health. Of the 92 million people who suffer from cardiovascular disease, 60% also suffer from sleep apnea.
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The American Association of Sleep Medicine estimates that untreated sleep apnea costs $30 billion annually in increased healthcare utilization and medical costs associated with these comorbidities. Treating Obstructive Sleep Apnea not only improves health but also reduces the economic burden put on our healthcare system.
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