To some people’s surprise, children experience sleep disorders just like adults. In fact, around fifty percent of children will experience some form of sleep problem. The earlier the discovery of a sleep disorder, the better the health and behavioral outcomes will be. Here’s everything you need to know about the most common sleep disorders 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 »
Just how sleepy are you? When asked how they are, people often have the same variety of responses. These include an often dishonest fine, tired or stressed. Many people have an undiagnosed sleep disorder or have a lifestyle that gets in the way of quality sleep. More than one-third of Americans do not get enough … 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 »
Delaying treatment for a health concern is never a good idea. A good rule of thumb is that if something hurts or bothers you for more than 24-48 hours, it’s time to get it checked out by a healthcare professional. Even what seems like a small concern may have a big impact on your overall … Read More »
We’ve all been sleepy at one point or another during the day – maybe even really tired, but for some, this is a serious condition. Hypersomnia may not be as well known as we’d like, which is why we wanted to spread the word so everyone can know about this condition. Read on to see … Read More »
Although there are some differences, small children, like adults, can experience sleep apnea. Pediatric obstructive sleep apnea occurs when your child’s breathing is blocked, either partially or fully during their sleep. While many adults are able to quickly and easily feel the effects of sleep apnea, it can be harder to diagnose in children. If … Read More »
It’s a parent’s favorite time of year and hopefully an exciting time for your kids as well. Amid the busyness of preparing the essentials your child needs for school such as fall clothes and supplies, one important back to school item that shouldn’t be forgotten is establishing a healthy routine for your children. An essential … Read More »
Do you know that feeling when you’ve been sitting too long and you have the urge to get up and stretch your legs? That’s what people with restless leg syndrome feel every day. You can imagine what that must feel like when trying to get some sleep. If you or a loved one has RLS, … Read More »
