COVID-19 Updates, May 7: Remdesivir, Antibody Testing, and Reinfection Risk...Our world is still changing every day because of COVID-19. Keeping up with all of the news can be challenging. Here are...reactionscomments
How Is Sleep Apnea Diagnosed?...It is estimated that at least 25 million adults in the United States have obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is one of the most...
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
Physical Exam and Symptom History...Sleep disorders are usually diagnosed using a combination of an in-person exam, a sleep history, and sometimes blood or sleep tests. Any...
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?...It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But...reactionscomments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care Offers...Telehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor...reactionscomments
Tips for Managing Fatigue...Fatigue is one of the most common side effects of sleep apnea. Fatigue is an overwhelming feeling of being tired. People with...
Sleep Apnea in Special Populations...Nearly half of adults report snoring, the most common sign of sleep apnea. About 39 million U.S. adults have sleep apnea though...
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your Doctor...Visiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can...reactionscomments
What to Know About COVID-19 and Sleep Apnea...With so much information coming out every day about COVID-19 and the global pandemic, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. This...reactionscomments
Telehealth 101: How to Visit Your Doctor Online...Telehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being...reactionscomments
Sleep Apnea Research...Medical breakthroughs come from research into all kinds of diseases and illnesses, including sleep apnea. Different types of research include laboratory studies...
Devices and Oral Appliances to Treat Sleep Apnea...Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder in which a person has shallow breathing or stops breathing for several seconds or longer during...
Types and Causes of Sleep Apnea...The most common breathing-related sleep disorder is obstructive sleep apnea. With sleep apnea, breathing is interrupted for at least 10 seconds during...
How Common Is Sleep Apnea?...Nearly half of adults report snoring, the most common sign of sleep apnea. Between 5 and 12 percent of the US population...
COVID-19 Updates, April 7: Face Coverings, Testing, & Medications...It is common to feel overwhelmed about COVID-19: so much information changing day-to-day. Here are some of the important COVID-19 stories that...reactionscomments
Sleep Disorders Community Giveaway Terms and Conditions...Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for Sleep Disorder Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR...reactionscomments
What Is a Maintenance of Wakefulness Test?...Excessive daytime sleepiness is a chronic issue for 5 percent of the population. It is the most common reason that people visit...reactionscomments
Lifestyle Changes to Treat Sleep Apnea...Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder. With obstructive sleep apnea, tissues in your throat relax and block the upper airway during sleep...
What to Know About Sleep Disorders and Social Security Disability...There is no question that sleep disorders can be debilitating. The daytime sleepiness and fatigue common to sleep disorders can cause both...
