What have you heard about sleep apnea? Misconceptions about sleep apnea can be dangerous if it stops individuals from seeking treatment. It’s time to tackle these most common myths and promote healthy sleep! MYTH: If you snore, you probably have sleep apnea. TRUTH: This is one of the biggest misconceptions about sleep apnea. While snoring … Read More »
Hypersomnia is a serious sleep condition that, if left untreated, may contribute to poor physical and mental health. Fortunately, it is diagnosable and treatable. It’s important to note that although hypersomnia and sleep apnea may overlap with certain characteristics, they are not the same. Here’s everything you need to know about the relation between the … Read More »
Making sure you have the right CPAP machine is essential to treatment compliance and overall sleep quality. With there being over 22 million people in need of a CPAP device, there are many different choices available depending on personal preference and comfort. In order to make the right decision for yourself, it helps to know … Read More »
Sleep apnea is not only frustrating to experience, but it also negatively impacts your physical and mental health. It’s a very serious condition, so if you find yourself experiencing any of the signs of sleep apnea, it’s important to get it checked out by a healthcare professional and begin treatment. It has been estimated that … Read More »
Winter changes a lot about the physiology of the body that’s difficult to get used to unless you live somewhere with frigid temperatures year-round. Whether you like the winter or not, the cold weather will impact your respiratory system, especially if you have sleep apnea. In short, sleep apnea will get worse in the winter, … Read More »
It’s National COPD Awareness Month which makes it the perfect time to learn about this disease and how a person with COPD and sleep apnea can manage the symptoms simultaneously. 65 million people in the world have the disease and almost one billion people in the world have sleep apnea. Often, individuals are familiar with … Read More »
Although the prevalence of sleep apnea is common, too few seek diagnosis and some struggle to be compliant with treatment. One way to combat this is by being educated on the condition in addition to knowing the right steps to take toward managing the symptoms so you can have a healthy life. The road to … Read More »
Snoring is often lightheartedly joked about in social situations. Many people will find humor in having a college roommate or neighbor that they can hear snoring from across the hall. However, it can be a serious medical issue that should be addressed. Some people do not understand what snoring can mean. It’s more than … Read More »
Whether it was your doctor, significant other, friend or yourself that suggested you may have a sleeping disorder, you have made the decision to have a sleep test performed and you won’t regret it. This is a significant step in taking control of your health and happiness. Sleep disorders are a growing epidemic and impact … Read More »
Many who suspect they have sleep apnea don’t seek treatment due to common misconceptions about what a diagnoses entails. With either choice, it is a simple test. It records your pulse, breathing, movement and oxygen levels. The two different tests a person can choose from are either an at home test or an in-center test. … Read More »
