COVID-19 Alters Sleep Breathing Patterns
New research indicates that while COVID-19 does not alter core sleep apnea physiology, it may affect how patients…
ATS Initiative for OSA Diagnosis in Primary Care
The project from the American Thoracic Society aims to reduce the high rate of undiagnosed sleep disorders by…
Sleep, Exercise Reduce CV Risk From Mutated White Blood Cells
Healthy lifestyle habits can repress the inflammatory effects of genetic mutations in white blood cells common in seniors.…
Daytime Sleepiness, Difficulty Falling Asleep Tied to Hypertension
Patients experiencing both excessive daytime sleepiness and prolonged sleep-onset latency face a significantly higher risk of hypertension. RT’s…
Napping and Liver Disease Risk in Diabetes Patients
Napping for more than 30 minutes daily significantly increases the likelihood of developing chronic liver conditions in individuals…
Untreated Sleep Apnea Raises Parkinson’s Risk
An analysis of 11 million VA electronic health records suggests OSA is an independent risk factor for development…