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Rob Newsom

Contributing Writer

Health and Science Writer

Biography

Rob writes about the intersection of sleep and mental health and previously worked at the National Cancer Institute.

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March 4, 2026

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty is a surgery for obstructive sleep apnea. We cover how it treats sleep apnea and what to expect before…

March 4, 2026

Blood oxygen levels measure whether a person has enough oxygen in their body. Learn about the meaning of drops in…

March 4, 2026

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation is a treatment for obstructive sleep apnea that uses an implantable device to help to keep the…

March 5, 2026

Many people don’t realize they have sleep apnea. Learn the signs and symptoms, as well as how doctors diagnose it,…

April 23, 2026

Cheyne-Stokes respirations are a pattern of breathing that can happen in people with central sleep apnea. Learn more about this…

March 13, 2026

Overlapping COPD and obstructive sleep apnea can increase the risks of both diseases. Learn about the diagnosis of overlap syndrome…