CPAP Masks Are Just Like ShoesCPAP masks are just like shoes. You need to find one that is comfortable. How many of you have shoes in your closet that you bought but have never worn... By Genna Nielsen, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Not All Water Is the Same When It Comes to CPAPTwo years ago, I went on a 10-day business trip to Arizona. I packed my CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine, something I normally do when I travel. The plan... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Can CPAP Improve Cognition and Daytime Sleepiness in Older Adults?Sleep-related disease and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are common ailments that many people live with. As we age, OSA becomes more and more common and impacts a large number of... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COVID-19 Updates, July 16: Updates on People at Risk, Testing, Reopening, and a VaccineEven after months of navigating life in the COVID-19 era, keeping up with new information and news can be overwhelming. Below are some of the latest developments surrounding COVID-19 for... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Sometimes You Don't Feel Better With CPAP TreatmentIt is so hard to say this. It's not a fun thing to tell people. But, sometimes I do have to tell people, because it's the truth: sometimes continuous positive... By Stacy Erickson Edwards2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Experience With MADs (Part 2): Pros and ConsAs I wrote about in an earlier installment, I used an oral appliance called a mandibular advancement device (MAD) for several years. By pulling my lower jaw forward, it expanded... By Lisa Carr4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
My Experience With MADs (Part 1): Starting OutWhen I first received my sleep apnea diagnosis, I was a bit indifferent, to be honest. I had yet to understand the profound impact that sleep apnea was actually having... By Lisa Carr3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Trust Your CPAP During Allergy SeasonThese days, I’m wiping down everything outside my house. Doorknobs, windowsills, planter pots, car windows… But trust me, I’m no germaphobe. It’s the tree pollen! Not that I should expect... By Tamara K Sellman3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Will Insurance Cover My Sleep Apnea Treatment?If you have sleep apnea, will insurance cover your treatment? Sleep apnea is a disorder in which you briefly stop breathing over and over during sleep. In the most common... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Thank You for Taking Our Survey!We appreciate you taking the time to answer all of our questions. Your responses will help us better understand life with sleep apnea. New here? We invite you to explore... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COVID-19 Updates, June 15: Solidarity Hydroxychloroquine Trials and COVID Vaccine DevelopmentMany of us are overwhelmed by the amount of information available on COVID-19. Keeping up with all of the news can be challenging. Here are some of the top developments... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Choosing and Using the Right CPAP MaskIf it can save your life, why would you reject a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine? Well, there is the Darth Vader factor. The look and sound may remind... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Regular Snoring or Sleep Apnea? What's the Difference?Snoring is a main symptom of sleep apnea, but snoring alone does not mean you have sleep apnea. About 90 million Americans snore regularly, and around half of those have... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How Does Sleep Apnea Affect the Heart?People who have sleep apnea pause in their breathing while asleep. These pauses occur anywhere from 5 to 30 times an hour and last from a few seconds to up... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Why Participate in a Clinical Trial?Medical research often uses clinical trials in order to find new information about diseases and treatments. Clinical trials are studies that evaluate medical, surgical, or behavioral intervention. It is often... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The (Virtual) Doctor Is In! Sharing Telehealth ExperiencesAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telehealth is being used by more and more people. Telehealth is also sometimes called telemedicine or virtual care. Whether you have been using telehealth for... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth SurgeThe technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United States until recently. The recent public health emergency... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Monitor Your Health with At-Home DevicesAt-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Privacy Concerns When Going VirtualTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments