Understanding what occurs in the body during an apnea event further reveals the relationship between sleep-disordered breathing and metabolism. The body goes through a variety of changes when it is deprived of sleep. For example, when the…
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While it is commonly associated with nighttime snoring and daytime sleepiness, new research shows that sleep apnea’s effect on cognitive function may actually lead to Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia. According to the Alzheimer’s Association…
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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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There are a number of risk factors for developing Atrial Fibrillation. One less known risk factor is obstructive sleep apnea, or OSA. Recent research reveals the commonalities between these diseases…
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The relationship between excess weight and sleep apnea is both reciprocal and complex. Research from the American Heart Association reveals that…
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As sleep apnea prevalence increases every year, the equipment used to help treat this serious sleep condition has improved, making CPAP therapy more comfortable and leading to greater compliance. CPAP masks come in a wide variety of styles to suit a wide range of sleep styles. By finding the right mask…
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While using CPAP may seem daunting at first, here are some tips to help you avoid the most common CPAP problems and get the most from your treatment…
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According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, over 30 million people in the US suffer from sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder caused by temporarily relaxed throat muscles that block the upper airways. This blockage results in breathing that repeatedly starts and stops throughout the night…
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Sleep has gained acceptance as a pillar of good health, on equal footing with a balanced diet and exercise. Because of its elevated status in our overall health, there is more focus on understanding what transpires when…
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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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Sleep medicine finally recognizes the bidirectional relationship between diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea. BetterNight’s end-to-end telehealth solution helps diabetes educators and endocrinologists provide best-in-class care to their patients resulting in improved sleep and overall health…
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New research is elevating sleep’s role and importance in overall health, shedding new light on the sleep apnea/exercise connection…
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Whether it was the endless snoring, the feeling of constant daytime fatigue, or sleep apnea’s serious comorbidities that drove you to get tested, you made the right decision to get control of this chronic sleep disorder…
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While much of today’s sleep apnea research focuses on its symptoms, treatment, and serious comorbidities, there is less research available on sleep apnea and anesthesia. Regardless of your age, gender or BMI, if you are having surgery or a procedure and “going under,” you will likely be asked preoperatively if you…
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While there are several risk factors for developing sleep apnea, obesity is the most important, according to the Mayo Clinic. The relationship between excess weight and sleep apnea is both reciprocal and complex. Research from the American Heart Association reveals that…
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If you have been told you snore, wake up with a dry mouth or suffer from daytime drowsiness with brain fog, you may be one of the 25 million Americans who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. While these symptoms may seem like more of an annoyance than signs of something serious, Obstructive Sleep Apnea has been linked to
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates drowsy driving causes approximately 100,000 traffic accidents on our nation’s roads and highways each year, resulting in over 50,000 injuries and nearly 800 fatalities. For the almost 25 million people who suffer from sleep apnea…
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For the over 22 million people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea in the United States, using a CPAP machine provides a gateway to a better night’s sleep while reducing the risk of the chronic comorbidities associated with the disease. Adapting to CPAP use may seem daunting at first but reaping the health benefits from this treatment is dependent on…
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