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HOW YOU WILL BE TESTED AND DIAGNOSEDIf your doctor suspects that you have a sleep disorder, there are a number of different tests he or she may recommend to determine what is causing your symptoms. Although lab tests and an assessment of your symptoms can provide your doctor with a lot of infor...Read More

DOES NARCOLEPSY INTERFERE WITH DRIVING SAFELY?Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that involves intense daytime drowsiness and nearly uncontrollable bouts of sleep. It can also trigger cataplexy, involuntary episodes of muscle weakness. Because of these symptoms, many people with narcolepsy are conc...Read More

SEPARATING FACT FROM FICTION ABOUT INSOMNIAInsomnia is one of the best-known sleep disorders—and also one of the most misunderstood. In fact, contrary to popular belief, insomnia is not itself a sleep disorder, but instead is a symptom of another issue. If you are struggling with insomnia, ...Read More

Diabetes and sleep have a complex relationship. Poor sleep can affect blood sugar control, and poor blood sugar control can affect sleep. Sleep apnea, a common sleep disorder, increases the risk of type 2 diabetes.   Watch this video to find out more about the link between sleep and diabetes. B...Read More

WHEN TO TALK TO A PROFESSIONAL ABOUT YOUR SLEEP PROBLEMSEveryone has a rough night of sleep now and then, and feeling tired often seems like business as usual. So how do you know when you should contact a specialist to see if you have a sleep disorder? Not getting adequate rest is like a tickin...Read More

GETTING ENOUGH SLEEP IS CRITICAL TO YOUR HEALTH Sleep is a critical part of overall health, but how much sleep is really enough? In today’s busy world, many people routinely feel like they aren’t well-rested, and if you have a sleep disorder that robs you of shut-eye, then the problem is even ...Read More

THE COMPLEX RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DEPRESSION AND SLEEP DISORDERSThe relationship between depression and sleep disorders is complex and multifaceted. Depression can be a cause or side effect of sleep disturbances. At times, treating one may help to resolve the other. In other instances,...Read More

YOUR FIRST STEPS AFTER A NARCOLEPSY DIAGNOSISIf you have been diagnosed with narcolepsy, it is natural to feel a little overwhelmed and anxious. Fortunately, help is available from a number of different sources, from medications to support groups. This advice will help you decide what step...Read More

WE ANSWER YOUR ORAL APPLIANCE QUESTIONSOral appliances are used in dental sleep medicine to provide relief from obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. Read on to learn the answers to common questions about oral appliances. How do oral appliances work? You can think of an oral ...Read More

FOR PARENTS – HOW WE CONDUCT PEDIATRIC SLEEP STUDIESIn many cases, sleep disorders do not resolve themselves and either perpetuate any existing symptoms or transform into a new problem over time. Because of this, it’s best to diagnose these conditions in children early on. If your child is ...Read More