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May 12, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — drwest @ 11:57 pm

Sleepless woman sitting up in bed22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea; however, 80% of cases aren’t diagnosed. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is the most common type, which is caused by an obstruction in the upper airway from the soft tissues in the back of the mouth. Men are 2 to 3 times more likely to have it than women, but it can affect anyone, no matter their age or gender. Untreated sleep apnea is associated with several potentially life-threatening conditions, like heart disease, but now there’s another danger, especially for women. Researchers have found a connection between OSA and cancer in women. 

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May 3, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: — drwest @ 1:12 am

CPAP mask on tablePhilips Respironics is a trusted manufacturer of CPAP machines; however, certain models have been recalled for safety concerns. Over 2 million people in the U.S. are affected by the recall, which stems from the potential risks of chemicals in the device. If you are impacted by the recall, your physician may have recommended continuing to use the machine because the benefits outweigh the risks, but you have another option. Oral appliance therapy can be just what you need until receiving your replacement CPAP.

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