Sleep Apnea and High Blood Pressure
Robert J Thomas, MD will discuss hypertension, its relationship to apnea and cardiac health. Joined by apnea patients Ernestine Key and Marc Ostrick.
Learn why 45% of survey respondents reported having apnea and hypertension.
Sleep Apnea and GERD/Reflux
Shelley Berson MD, FACS will provide details on GERD/reflux and why some apnea patients have both. Patient, Justine Amdur, will join.
Did you know that GERD/acid reflux occurs in 30% of apnea patients?
Sleep Apnea and Brain Function
Michael Grandner, PhD, MTR, and patient panelists, Erin Taylor, and Peter and Jeanne Stein, will talk about apnea and its effect on brain and daytime function.
80% of apnea patients report issues with fatigue and excessive daytime sleepiness.
Sleep Apnea and Diabetes
Lisa Graham RN, CDCES, will address the co-occurring connection between diabetes and sleep apnea. Patient, Theresa Shumard will join.
20% of survey respondents reported having co-occurring diabetes and sleep apnea.
Do I have sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea is a serious condition affecting more than 22 million Americans who suffer from lack of restorative sleep. Typical symptoms include heavy snoring, excessive daytime sleepiness or fatigue, difficulty with concentration or memory, among many others. Untreated, sleep apnea can lead to serious health consequences.
Know Your Risk Level
Symptoms of sleep apnea are easy to recognize, yet ,most people who suffer from it are not aware of their condition.
Diagnosis and Treatment
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Children and sleep apnea
Children with sleep apnea are more likely to have behavioral problems.
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It’s time to get a better night’s sleep.
