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...reactions1comment
Can’t sleep with CPAP...Hi Ron, I have similar problems. My mask isn’t comfortable and doesn’t seal right, even with the sleep specialist adjusting it. He changed it a number of times too. I...reactions22repliesCPAP
Plan for Uninterrupted CPAP Usage During a Disaster...Three 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...reactions2comments
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...reactionscomments
Dating With Sleep Apnea...One 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...reactionscomments
Emma Cooksey...Emma was previously a health leader on SleepApnea.Sleep-Disorders.net. Emma Cooksey was initially diagnosed with Sleep Apnea in 2008, at the age of 30. Now, with hindsight, she thinks her Sleep...
Tips for Choosing the Right Sleep Center...Has 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...reactionscomments
Community Views: The Hardest Thing About Living With Sleep Apnea...Living with sleep apnea presents many different challenges. Exhaustion, fear, and frustration are just some of the hardships that come with this diagnosis. To learn more about what you find...reactions1comment
Down the Sleep Apnea Rabbit Hole: Mental Health...There's a kind of rabbit hole we can fall in when we begin to learn about an ongoing (chronic) health condition. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is 1 such condition. It's chronic...reactions2comments
What Causes Peripheral Artery Disease?...When a person has peripheral artery disease (PAD) it means their limbs are not getting enough blood flow. This is because their blood vessels have plaque built up inside them...reactionscomments
What Are the Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis?...Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot. It develops deep inside veins that have slower blood flow. They generally form in the lower leg but can also develop in...reactionscomments
What Are the Early Signs and Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease?...Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is the main cause of death in the United States and around the world. CAD develops when...reactionscomments
What Is the Most Common Symptom of Peripheral Artery Disease?...When a person has peripheral artery disease (PAD), it means their limbs are not getting enough blood flow. This results from their blood vessels having plaque built up inside them...reactionscomments
What Is AFib?...Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, is the most common heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). It occurs when the atria, the two upper chambers of the heart, beat very fast in...reactionscomments
How Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Treated?...Deep Vein Thrombosis treatment is designed to be preventive, a way to manage serious or life-threatening risks. It is intended to prevent pulmonary embolism, reduce the chance of death, and...reactionscomments
Is AFib Genetic?...Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, is the most common heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). It occurs when the atria, the two upper chambers of the heart, beat very fast in...reactionscomments
What Is an Ablation for AFib?...Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart rhythm disorder. AFib occurs when the upper chambers of the heart (the atria) beat very fast in a disorganized way. When this happens...reactionscomments
What Is Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)?...Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a medical term for the most common type of heart disease. It is the leading cause of death in the United States and around the...reactionscomments
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?...A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot, also called a thrombus. It can develop inside the deep veins of the body. These clots generally form in the lower...reactionscomments