With St. Patrick's Day approaching, luck is in the air. What better way to celebrate than by appreciating the good fortune of a full night's sleep! Sleep is a magical thing that our bodies require to function properly. When we get a full night of sleep, we wake up feeling rejuvenated, … Read more about Lucky Zzz’s: Why You Should Feel Fortunate to Get a Full Night’s Sleep
Be Grateful for Sleep
Have an attitude of gratitude Many people have difficulty getting a full and quality night's sleep regularly, leading to a slew of health issues. If you can snooze for 7-9 hours per night on your own, you are luckier than you realize. There are so many amazing health benefits that come … Read more about Be Grateful for Sleep
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Sleep Apnea
Did you know you're at greater risk of experiencing sleep issues if you have Rheumatoid Arthritis? According to the Mayo Clinic, arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more joints. The main symptoms tend to be joint pain and stiffness, which usually worsen with age. … Read more about Rheumatoid Arthritis and Sleep Apnea
The Importance of Cleaning and Replacing Equipment
Feel better and sleep better! Keeping up with the maintenance of your Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Machine will ensure the success of your sleep apnea treatment. To get the rewarding benefits of sleep apnea therapy, you need to take care of your equipment for both your general … Read more about The Importance of Cleaning and Replacing Equipment
Philips Respironics CPAP, BIPAP, and Ventilator Recall – Part 6
NOTE: The following notice does not apply to patients who own ResMed or Fisher & Paykel brand CPAP or BIPAP devices. Please disregard this notice if you do. We apologize for any inconvenience as we work to inform our community of an industry-wide recall … Read more about Philips Respironics CPAP, BIPAP, and Ventilator Recall – Part 6
Stress & Sleep
Understanding Stress Everyone gets stressed out, and everyone sleeps, but did you know there is a strong relationship between the two? Stress can directly affect the amount of sleep you get and vice versa. The Sleep Foundation states that stress falls into 3 … Read more about Stress & Sleep
Make Sleep Your Priority in the New Year
Quality sleep will help you achieve your New Year's resolutions! The New Year's resolutions routine is similar for most people every year. You make a list of goals, start the year out strong by working on completing them, then Valentine's Day hits, and those goals begin to take a back seat. … Read more about Make Sleep Your Priority in the New Year
The Frightening Truth About Uncontrolled Sleep Apnea
Not treating your Sleep Apnea can have some scary long-term consequences With Halloween right around the corner, it’s a fun time of year to be spooked. Do you know what’s truly spooky? Sleep Apnea. The scariest part of it? You may not even know you have it. The real … Read more about The Frightening Truth About Uncontrolled Sleep Apnea
The Meaning Behind Night Sweats
The heat of the summer can make sleeping miserable, but waking up sweating at night could have a more serious meaning behind it. The Mayo Clinic defines night sweats as “repeated episodes of extreme perspiration that may soak your nightclothes or bedding and are related to an … Read more about The Meaning Behind Night Sweats
Myasthenia Gravis and Sleep
What is Myasthenia Gravis? The Mayo Clinic defines Myasthenia Gravis as “weakness and rapid fatigue of any of the muscles under your voluntary control.” This chronic autoimmune disease causes a breakdown in the communication between your nerves and muscles. As of right now, there … Read more about Myasthenia Gravis and Sleep
Vitamins, Minerals, and Sleep
Sleep is something everyone should take seriously Getting the correct amount of sleep each night is vital to your overall health. Numerous studies show that sleep helps your brain function and lowers your risk of many different heart complications like heart disease and diabetes. If you … Read more about Vitamins, Minerals, and Sleep
Everything You Need to Know About Sleep Health
Sleep is so important to your overall health and well-being! Sleep affects every part of your body. If you don't get enough sleep at night you can end up with some serious chronic health problems. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services states that on average, people need between 7-9 … Read more about Everything You Need to Know About Sleep Health