Research Shows CPAP Machines Also Reduce Atrial Fibrillation

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Sleep apnea is a potentially serious medical condition in which breathing repeatedly starts and stops while a person is sleeping. It is a fairly common condition in the United States and is currently prevalent in as many as an estimated 18 million Americans.

One of the best ways to treat sleep apnea is by using a CPAP machine. Continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP machines, are considered the first line of defense when it comes to treating sleep apnea. CPAP machine effectiveness is based on the fact that it provides continuous airflow to a sleeping person through a positive airway pressure ventilator.… Read More...

3 Ways to Combat Sleep Apnea

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Sleep apnea

Sleep apnea is a widespread issue in America. In a world where busy is normal and even celebrated, and people are attached to their technology, sleep apnea may be overlooked. The disease is prevalent in about 18 million Americans, and about 2-4% of all Americans are undiagnosed. That means that one in 50 Americans is undiagnosed, and those with sleep apnea are four times more at risk of a stroke than those without it. Left untreated, sufferers are also three times more likely to develop heart disease.… Read More...