Sleep Health Resources
For me, camping is all about sleeping outside- both the challenges and the rewards. It has taken our family years of trial and error to find exactly the right sleeping…
RDI, the Respiratory Disturbance Index, counts all breathing disruptions per hour of sleep: apneas, hypopneas, and subtler arousals called RERAs. It is like the AHI but broader,…
CPAP vs APAP vs BiPAP vs ASV -- how each device type works, who needs which, and how your physician decides what to prescribe.
Compare three CPAP mask styles and learn how to choose based on breathing, leaks, comfort, and fit.
In a perfect world, you would visit your primary care doctor once a year and spend a solid hour talking about your current health. She’d ask how your family is doing, your…
Compare home and in-lab sleep study costs, Medicare coverage, and the questions to ask your insurer before you schedule.
We all know that drinking and driving is dangerous and illegal... but did you know that driving sleepy is just as dangerous as drivingdrunk? Not only do car accidents pose a…
Here on the Sleep Better, Live Better Blog, we're hosting a series of guest posts to talk about alternatives to CPAP therapy for those who won't or can't use this method to treat…
True sleep apnea is rare in dogs, but flat-faced breeds like bulldogs and pugs can have breathing pauses, loud snoring, and choking during sleep. If your dog gasps awake, snores…
Your CPAP’s accessory equipment is a lot like other frequently used health products, such as your toothbrush or a razor: it deteriorates, ceases to function optimally, and can…
Most health plans cover CPAP after a sleep apnea diagnosis, but how they pay varies. Some rent the machine for 10 to 13 months before you own it, and nearly all require proof you…
Find current routes to lower-cost CPAP machines and supplies, including Medicare coverage and the CPAP Assistance Program.
Do you know that it is a serious medical condition? Narcolepsy affects an estimated 1 in 3,000 Americans. And living with the disease is very challenging. You may have heard of…
25-30 percent of children suffer from some form of sleep disturbance such as sleep apnea,narcolepsy, sleepwalking, bed wetting or night terrors. 2-3 percent of children have…
All PAP machines (CPAP, bi-level or BiPAP, APAPs, etc.) use a filter to clean the ambient air (fancy way of saying regular room air) before it is blown through the tubing and…
Sleep apnea and type 2 diabetes are bidirectionally linked. Why untreated OSA increases insulin resistance and how CPAP affects glucose control.
The National Sleep Foundation is celebrating its annual Sleep Awareness Week© March 6th through March 13th, to raise awareness of the health benefits of sleep and its importance…
Untreated sleep apnea is linked to hypertension, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and stroke. Cardiovascular risks and how CPAP changes them.
Were you recently diagnosed with sleep apnea or have a family member who just started using a CPAP device? You're not alone. In addition to an estimated 20 million Americans who…
You’ve probably heard about the physical side effects of sleep apnea, like high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes. But obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)can take as big a…
Out-of-network services: a nasty surprise ($150 vs $1,200) A study from the Kaiser Family Foundation of Americans who had trouble paying their medical bills found that 32%…
Medicare and commercial insurance CPAP adherence rules explained: the 4-hour / 70-percent threshold, what counts, and what happens if you fall short.
Cost of Missed Appointments At Advanced Sleep Medicine Services, like most healthcare providers, we go through a lot of work (data entry,insurance verification, scheduling,…
Sleep disorders, such as snoring and apnea, are more than just a nuisance - they can be related to many health risks. This is why effective and timely treatment is vital.…
Sleep apnea has been dubbed “a silent killer”: a sleep disorder that is often overlooked or unrecognized, it incurs increased risk ofroad accidents due to drowsiness,fatal heart…
Until now, research has suggested that sleeping with your pets is disruptive and should be avoided. A new study released December 2015 finds that sleeping with your pet may help…
The Affordable Care Act (also known as ObamaCare) rolled out in 2014. Since then, we've seen changes in how healthcare is administered by many insurance companies. Here's an…
A recent segment on NPR’s All Things Considered came on and caught my interest when I heard the terms “sleep quality” and “sleep deprivation”. I was even more interested when I…
Age and sleep are closely related, and many people will notice a significant decline in the quality of sleep as they grow older. According the Division of Sleep Medicine at…
Is CPAP a lifetime commitment? Alternatives to CPAP, when patients can stop, and what newer treatments may change long-term sleep apnea care.
Sleep apnea can occur in any demographic, but this condition, in which sufferers involuntarily cease to breathe is particularly prevalent among professional football players. Did…
Are you nervous about your upcoming sleep study appointment or worried that you won't be able to sleep with all of those wires or in unfamiliar surroundings? We will make you as…
It's true that different people need different amounts of sleep. Some people can get by on 7 or even 6 hours per night; others need 9 or 10 to feel optimal. Sometimes, the…
Sleep deprivation--a consistent shortage of sleep--is a serious problem in the United States. A Gallup poll taken in 20131found that 40% of Americans get less than seven hours of…
1. Men get less sleep than than women. Men get less and lower-quality sleep than women according to objective data. They experience lighter sleep, characterized by less time…
The overworked, high-powered employee is a recurring archetype in American culture. The most glorified careers in our society--doctors, lawyers, and investment bankers--are…
