Sleep Apnea

Relationship Between GERD and Sleep Apnea

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Jun, 2023

Relationship Between GERD and Sleep Apnea

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While GERD, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease, and obstructive sleep apnea are unrelated there is some evidence that the digestive condition that affects so many may impact some sleep apnea patients. There’s a high ...

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Is Sleep Apnea Hereditary?

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Jun, 2023

Is Sleep Apnea Hereditary?

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Several factors could determine a diagnosis of sleep apnea. Obesity, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension have all been linked to a sleep disorder that affects roughly 22 million Americans. However, one risk factor that you may ...

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Sleep Apnea and Driving – How to Deal With It

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Feb, 2023

Sleep Apnea and Driving – How to Deal With It

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Undiagnosed and untreated sleep apnea can be dangerous. Sleep apnea causes sleep deprivation. The more frequently you experience disruptions in healthy sleep due to “apneas” every night, the more likely you will struggle with daytime ...

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Sleep Deprivation And Police Officers

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Feb, 2023

Sleep Deprivation And Police Officers

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Crime is not the only challenge for police officers. Erratic scheduling and overnight shifts can leave many officers sleep-deprived. Add that to the stress of police work, and sleep deprivation becomes a severe problem for ...

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How Sleep Apnea Affects REM Sleep

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Dec, 2022

How Sleep Apnea Affects REM Sleep

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What is REM Sleep? REM or rapid eye movement sleep is a stage of sleep associated with dreaming and memory consolidation. It is one of the deepest stages of sleep. During REM sleep, your eyes ...

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