Sleep Apnea and College: Being Diagnosed at 20 Years OldI had my suspicions that I had obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) for a while, but I kept putting the thoughts out of my mind. I thought to myself, “It’s just... By Meaghan Kennedy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Sleep Apnea and Mental HealthIt is no secret sleep apnea can cause people to have a bad night's sleep. If it stopped at a bad night's sleep, it may not be a big deal... By Christopher Gehrke3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Traveling With Your CPAPTraveling with your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine doesn’t have to be hard, but it does need to be done. Not sure if you really want to drag your... By Genna Nielsen, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Does a Sleep Technologist Do?You would be surprised at how many people think that all a sleep tech does is slap some wires on a patient and then just sit there, watching people sleep... By Lisa Bond, RPSGT, RST, FAAST3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sleep Tests 101: PAP Titration and the Home StudyWelcome to Part 2 of every kind of sleep test. In Part 1, I covered 1 type of sleep test: the polysomnography (PSG). In this part, I will cover the... By Aaron Nuest2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Talking to Your Doctor About Your SleepSince sleep apnea is not necessarily a progressive disease or a disease that changes too quickly in most individuals, I often think about how often I should see my doctor... By Christopher Gehrke3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Silence of the Lambs: Sleeping Alongside Sleep ApneaMy husband has sleep apnea. He has both central sleep apneas (CSA) and obstructive sleep apneas (OSA). When he had his sleep study done, it showed 95 apneas per hour... By Simone Yemm3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
4 Reasons to Subscribe to Our Biweekly NewsletterDo you want more information about sleep apnea? Are you looking for support? Do you want to talk to other people affected by this condition? If you answered “yes” to... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Do You Know When It's Time to Change Your CPAP Supplies?For many, just using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is a challenge. For others, the mask may fit, and the pressure may be good as Goldilocks (“just right”). Still, in... By Tamara K Sellman4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Tips for Better SleepWhen it comes to sleep apnea, getting a good night's sleep can be a pain. Before diagnosis, I don’t think there was any way I had a good night's sleep... By Christopher Gehrke2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Where Do I Start? How to Share Your Sleep Apnea Story“I want to share my story, but don’t know how to start…” If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. We’ve heard people say this quite often in the sleep... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Views: Advice for Those Newly Diagnosed With Sleep ApneaUntreated sleep apnea can make mornings – and much of the day – a struggle. Getting diagnosed is a powerful first step, but it can leave some people wondering what... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Sleep Tests 101: PolysomnographyI hope for your sake you haven’t been through every type of sleep test. I haven’t been through one yet, which multiple patients have told me I should before conducting... By Aaron Nuest2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Sleep Apnea and Its ConsequencesHe snores. Do you give him a nudge so that he rolls over and quits snoring? She snorts with her snores. Do you shake her shoulder a bit and ask... By Janet Plank2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Choosing the Right CPAP MaskWhen I was first diagnosed with sleep apnea, I had to go to a medical supply store to pick up my continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine and try out... By Christopher Gehrke3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Where Can I Buy CPAP Supplies?Choosing where and how to buy a CPAP machine and supplies can feel overwhelming. However, there are lots of options that may make the process easier. The 3 most common... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Plan for Uninterrupted CPAP Usage During a DisasterThree years ago, I participated in a national effort by the American Sleep Apnea Association (ASAA) to unite Hurricane Harvey victims with new continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines. The... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Take the Connected Health Survey!In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers to mobile apps, we use connected health technology to track symptoms, monitor... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dating With Sleep ApneaOne of the most difficult parts of sleep apnea is dating. I was fortunate enough to have been diagnosed with sleep apnea once I was in a relationship with my... By Christopher Gehrke2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Choosing the Right Sleep CenterHas your doctor decided you need a sleep study for your sleep disorder? Are you not sure about where you should go? Choosing the right sleep center for your needs... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments