Posts tagged sleep apnea
Rest to Resist: How Sleep Quality Influences Immune Function in ENT Disorders

Learn how sleep quality crucially influences immune function, impacting ENT disorders like sinusitis and allergies. ENT specialists should prioritize sleep assessment to enhance care. Practical strategies include using sleep screeners in evaluations and collaborating with specialists. This interdisciplinary approach improves health outcomes by addressing the intricate link between sleep and immunity. 

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Empowering Diabetes Educators: Building an Effective Sleep Apnea Screening Program

As a diabetes educator, you play a crucial role in patient health. This step-by-step guide helps you implement an effective Sleep Apnea Screening Program. Learn how to screen for sleep apnea, which will improve glycemic control and overall health. Set program objectives, identify high-risk patients, use downloadable tools and refer patients for diagnosis with BetterNight’s support. 

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Sleep Apnea & Hypertension Management in a Pulmonology Practice

This article explores the link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and hypertension. It discusses OSA's cardiovascular effects and its role in various hypertension types. It emphasizes holistic treatments like CPAP, lifestyle changes, and personalized medicine, highlighting the benefits of telehealth solutions for patient management and improved outcomes.

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Otolaryngologists' Comprehensive Guide to Effective Sleep Apnea Treatment

This comprehensive guide for ENT specialists focuses on managing sleep apnea, emphasizing diagnosis, treatment, and innovation. It covers the importance of understanding sleep apnea's complexities, screening processes, and diagnostic protocols. Treatment strategies include lifestyle modifications, CPAP therapy, oral appliances, surgical interventions, and leveraging telehealth solutions like BetterNight for patient care optimization.

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The Beginner’s Guide to CPAP Success

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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Employers Wake Up to the Value of Quality Sleep

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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Score Big: Enhancing Athletic Performance Through Quality Sleep

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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Nurturing Women's Heart Health: Exploring the Connection with Quality Sleep

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.

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The Critical Role of Case Managers in Sleep Apnea Care

Case managers are crucial advocates who provide guidance, education, and care coordination for patients with complex health conditions. They play a vital role in supporting and advocating for sleep apnea patients who often have comorbid medical issues. Sleep disorder management is complex, and navigating multiple specialists, insurance, and treatment can be daunting. Case managers simplify the process, providing valuable advocacy that results in better patient outcomes. 

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Can Weekend Catch-Up Sleep Help Protect Your Heart?

Most people in the US do not get the recommended amount of sleep for optimal health due to their busy lifestyles or potential sleep health disorders. While the hallmarks of good sleep hygiene include sleep duration of 7-9 hours per night, high-quality restorative sleep, and a consistent sleep schedule, new research examines how weekend catch-up sleep can help restore the damaging effects of low sleep duration and protect the heart.   

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Unlocking Cost-Efficient Care: Telehealth solution for costly co-morbidities and sleep disorders

Sleep apnea is a prevalent sleep disorder that often goes undiagnosed. Patients with sleep apnea are at risk for, or already have, other serious comorbidities such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, or diabetes. Untreated sleep apnea leads to untreated health problems and an increased financial burden on the healthcare system. However, telehealth provides a simple and cost-effective solution for treating sleep apnea and its underlying conditions, making it a financially beneficial option.  

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Navigating the Intersection of Diabetes and Sleep Apnea – A Guide for Educators

In 2023, the American Diabetes Association recognizes the crucial link between diabetes and sleep health. Diabetes Educators play a key role, urging proactive measures and using tools like the STOP-Bang screener. BetterNight's telehealth solution offers efficient screening, diagnosis, and treatment for sleep apnea at home, doubling compliance rates. Explore the intersection of diabetes and sleep health at betternight.com. 

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Drowsy Driving: Dangers, Causes and Prevention

Drowsy Driving Prevention Week highlights the dangers of drowsy driving, which is responsible for 100,000 crashes and 6,400 deaths yearly. It impairs reaction time and decision-making. Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) is a significant concern, affecting various drivers, including shift workers and those with sleep disorders like sleep apnea. Warning signs include yawning, drifting, and forgetfulness. Sleep apnea, often undiagnosed, contributes to EDS. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy can help treat sleep apnea, improving alertness. Practicing good sleep hygiene and telehealth options can also prevent drowsy driving. BetterNight offers telehealth solutions for sleep apnea patients. 

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