Morning headaches are very common and can be attributed to a wide variety of causes, including teeth grinding during sleep, medication side effects, or food sensitivities. For the over 30 million people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea in the US, morning headaches are…
Read MoreBetterNight, a leading provider of comprehensive sleep care through its virtual care platform, announced today $33 million in growth funding led by NewSpring. The financing round includes participation from existing investors HCAP Partners and Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ:HLNE) via its Impact Fund II and other accounts managed by the firm.
Read MoreThe two most common types of sleep apnea are obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and Central Sleep Apnea (CSA). While both types share common signs and symptoms…
Read MoreUnderstanding 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…
Read MoreWhile 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…
Read MoreHypertension 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…
Read MoreThere 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…
Read MoreThe relationship between excess weight and sleep apnea is both reciprocal and complex. Research from the American Heart Association reveals that…
Read MoreAs 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…
Read MoreWhile 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…
Read MoreAccording 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…
Read MoreSleep 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…
Read MoreCardiovascular 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…
Read MoreSleep 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…
Read MoreNew research is elevating sleep’s role and importance in overall health, shedding new light on the sleep apnea/exercise connection…
Read MoreWhether 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…
Read MoreWhile 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…
Read MoreWhile 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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