Sleep Apnea Treatment Centers of America

Up to 60% of people with COPD-OSA Overlap Syndrome don’t use their masks properly. But symptoms improve and flare-ups decrease when masks are used as prescribed. We can help learn more and see if you, OR your friends or family, are eligible to participate: https://www.o2verlap.org/portal?REFER=COPDFFacebook5

A new study is providing further evidence that floppy eyelids may be a sign of sleep apnea. The study found that 53 percent of sleep apnea patients had upper eyelids that were lax and rubbery.

MAJOR LEAGUE RELIEF: ASTROS PITCHER WANTS TO HELP STUDENT WHO SUFFERS FROM SLEEP APNEA

A US survey, conducted by The Harris Poll and sponsored by Jazz Pharmaceuticals, asked more than 300 sleep apnea patients and more than 300 partners of people living with sleep apnea about key topics connected to their experiences with excessive daytime sleepiness. The survey found that than one-third (36%) of patients said their excessive daytime sleepiness has caused them to miss out on activities or events, avoid social situations, or give up activities. In addition, 17% o...f patients said excessive daytime sleepiness has led to problems at work (such as missing a deadline or meeting, being disciplined at work, losing/leaving a job, making a special arrangement, or missing out on opportunities like a raise or promotion), and 14% have fallen asleep at the wheel of a motorized vehicle (either stopped at a light/sign or while driving) in the last 12 months. See more

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) was identified as an independent predictor of potentially dangerous lipid levels in a large cross-sectional analysis involving adults in Europe without a diagnosis of hyperlipidemia.