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Cassandra Burns

Contributing Writer
Health and Science Writer

Biography

Cassandra is a health writer who writes about sleep products and reads emerging research to develop science-based articles that help demystify the connection between health and sleep.

She's happy to report that she sleeps well most nights, which is probably thanks to her energetic dog and her other work managing a family-owned whitewater rafting business in Upstate New York.


Read Cassandra's Latest Articles

Close-up of Semaglutide Injection Pen on Surface

April 28, 2026

Mounjaro for Sleep Apnea

Mounjaro may help reduce sleep apnea symptoms through weight loss, though it's only FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes. Learn how…

Man in Blue Tank Top Lifting a Heavy Barbell

April 22, 2026

Sleep Apnea and Weight Lifting

Weight lifting can benefit most people with sleep apnea, but some may need to take precautions. Learn how strength training…

Man Using Inhaler for Respiratory Health

April 20, 2026

CPAP and Asthma

CPAP therapy may help improve nighttime asthma symptoms for people who also have sleep apnea. Learn the benefits, risks, and…

man sleeping with a cpap mask on

April 9, 2026

Is CPAP Rainout Dangerous?

Rainout is a common (and harmless) issue for many CPAP users; luckily, it’s also an easy one to fix. Learn…

Ramp Time on CPAP

April 20, 2026

Ramp Time on CPAP

CPAP therapy doesn't have to be uncomfortable. Ramp time helps ease you into it. Learn how it works, who should…

Woman Holding Her Nose Because of Sinus Pain due to Deviated Septum

March 23, 2026

Can a Deviated Septum Cause Sleep Apnea?

Is your deviated septum causing sleep apnea or making it worse? Learn how the two are related and what kind…

Common ResMed AirSense 11 Problems

March 4, 2026

Common ResMed AirSense 11 Problems

Having trouble with your AirSense 11? Read troubleshooting tips, find out how to fix common problems, and learn when it’s…

Man in bed using a CPAP machine for his sleep apnea

January 28, 2026

How to Fix a Noisy CPAP Machine

Trying to figure out what’s causing your CPAP machine’s unusual noises? Learn how to identify the source, get the noise…

Does Medicare Cover Zepbound for Sleep Apnea?

March 4, 2026

Does Medicare Cover Zepbound for Sleep Apnea?

If you're on Medicare and have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, you may wonder what your treatment options are.…

Does Medicare Cover CPAP Machines?

December 18, 2025

Does Medicare Cover CPAP Machines?

Wondering if your insurance plan will cover CPAP equipment? Learn about whether Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurers cover CPAP machines…