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SLEEP APNEA TREATMENTS Sleep apnea can lead to serious daytime drowsiness, but its complications can stretch far further than fatigue. Apnea sufferers have a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, depression, car accidents, and wide range of other complications. As such, m...Read More

DAYTIME SLEEPINESS TESTING Maintenance of wakefulness tests evaluate how well you can stay awake while being inactive. They evaluate whether they are able to stay awake during daytime hours, or to ensure they can safely perform activities such as driving.   To prepare for ...Read More

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR INSOMNIA IS CHRONIC Sleepless nights happen now and then for most people. In many instances, a person who struggles to sleep one night feels tired the next day and goes to bed early, dropping off as soon as his or her head hits the pillow. For other people, sleepless night...Read More

SLEEP APNEA’S EFFECTS Sleep apnea is an extremely common—and dangerous—sleep disorder. When you suffer from sleep apnea, you may be surprised at the far-reaching consequences it can have for your overall health. Watch this video to learn more about the impact of sleep apnea on your body...Read More

HEALTH COMPLICATIONS FROM LACK OF SLEEP Not sleeping may be emotionally distressing for many persons. But did you know that it could also cause serious physical health problems as well? It is essential to seek the help of a specialist if you are experiencing insomnia or symptoms of ano...Read More

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FATIGUE AND E.D.S.  Everyone feels fatigued from time to time during the day, but excessive daytime sleepiness is different. Excessive daytime sleepiness—or EDS—is a recognized symptom of narcolepsy and can have a significant impact on sufferers’ abilities to wo...Read More

Insomnia—an inability to fall asleep or stay asleep—is something that happens to nearly everyone occasionally. A few nights of insomnia can be uncomfortable, but most people will soon get restorative sleep again. However, when insomnia becomes chronic, it can cause significant health risks. If ...Read More

A LOOK AT AN ALTERNATIVE TO CPAP THERAPY A sleep apnea diagnosis used to mean a lifetime of sleeping in a CPAP mask. CPAP treatment is highly effective for individuals with moderate-to-severe sleep apnea, but not all patients find it comfortable. Some people end up simply trading sleep apnea for...Read More

HOW TO ENSURE YOUR SLEEP STUDY IS A SUCCESS An overnight sleep study is often the first step in diagnosing a sleep disorder such as sleep apnea. Preparing for your study is easy and doesn’t require much beyond making sure you’re ready to get some rest.   Watch this video to learn more a...Read More

DAILY CHALLENGES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH NARCOLEPSY A narcolepsy diagnosis frequently causes mixed feelings in sufferers. They are relieved to have a reason for their symptoms, but may also feel overwhelmed by the need to manage their condition. One frequent issue is dealing with narcolep...Read More