by courtney | Nov 17, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a condition that stops your breathing multiple times while you sleep. Imagine trying to breathe through a straw while someone pinches it shut every few seconds—that’s what people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) experience. This not only ruins sleep...
by courtney | Sep 2, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
When we think about sleep apnea, our minds usually go straight to snoring, interrupted sleep, or maybe even those bulky CPAP machines. But what if I told you that sleep apnea might be more than just a nightly nuisance? Recent research suggests a potential link between...
by courtney | Sep 1, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea affects an estimated 936 million people worldwide, with around 22 million in the United States alone. That’s a staggering number when you consider that many of these people are unaware they even have the condition. But ignorance isn’t...
by courtney | Aug 31, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
We are gathered here to discuss the topic of snoring, a common yet often underestimated concern. Did you know that chronic snoring can potentially elevate the risk of heart disease? This seemingly innocuous nighttime disturbance can have more serious implications than...
by courtney | Aug 25, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
The Sunshine Vitamin: How Vitamin D Could Be Your Sleep HeroWe all know that a good night’s sleep is the secret sauce to a great day, but did you know that vitamin D might just be the magic ingredient missing from your recipe for restful nights? Often called the...
by courtney | Aug 23, 2024 | Sleep Apnea
What Are Arrhythmias?Arrhythmias are essentially any irregularity in the rhythm or rate of your heartbeat. Think of your heart as a rhythm section in a band. It needs to maintain a steady beat to keep the music (in this case, your blood flow) moving smoothly. When the...
