November is National Diabetes Month!The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases states that diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Diabetes, unfortunately, has no cure, but you can take steps to manage your … Read more about Sleep Apnea Can Affect Diabetes
Sleep Affects Mental Health
Today is World Mental Health Day!Did you know that people with mental health problems are more likely to suffer from sleep disorders? There's a significant connection between sleep and mental health. According to the Harvard Medical School Mental Health Letter (2019), every 90 minutes, an … Read more about Sleep Affects Mental Health
What Is an Auto PAP Machine?
What's the difference between an Auto PAP and a CPAP?A Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine delivers therapy at one fixed pressure. An Automatic Positive Airway Pressure (Auto PAP) machine is an auto-adjusting pressure device that delivers therapy over a preset high and low … Read more about What Is an Auto PAP Machine?
Drowsy Driving
One of the biggest rules taught from the time you are little is: Safety First... but how many of us really follow that rule?A major safety problem in the United States is drowsy driving. Many people don't think of it as a big issue, but the results of drowsy driving are truly alarming.What … Read more about Drowsy Driving
Men’s Health And Sleep
June is Men's Health Month and this week is Men's Health Week!In honor of Men's Health Month and Men's Health Week, we're focusing on men's health and specifically their sleep! President Bill Clinton signed the bill establishing Men's Health Week back on May 31, 1994.Men's health is … Read more about Men’s Health And Sleep
Sleep Apnea Linked With Alzheimer’s
June is Alzheimer and Brain Awareness Month!The American Academy of Neurology completed a preliminary study, which was published on March 3, 2019. It was done to see if there was a link between Alzheimer's and Sleep Apnea.The study revealed that those who suffer from Sleep Apnea or have … Read more about Sleep Apnea Linked With Alzheimer’s
Sleep Apnea in Women
What does someone with Sleep Apnea look like?Some common misconceptions of a typical Sleep Apnea patient include someone who is older, overweight, a male, or a chronic snorer. Nevertheless, Sleep Apnea affects people across the entire spectrum of age, size, gender, and race.When compared to … Read more about Sleep Apnea in Women
Flying With A CPAP
Stay on top of your treatment while you're on the goHere at Quality DME, Inc., we want you to feel as comfortable with your treatment while you travel, as you do at home. We offer a variety of Travel CPAP Machines that you can choose from.Travel CPAP MachinesAirMini AutoSet Travel PAP - … Read more about Flying With A CPAP
Using Your CPAP/BIPAP Machine
You finally have your machine... now what?At Quality DME, Inc., we feel it is important to know exactly how to use your CPAP/BIPAP machine. Following these steps will help you get the best results!Set up your machineYour machine should be on a flat surface at or below head level. Always … Read more about Using Your CPAP/BIPAP Machine
Replacement Supplies and Warranty Information
Here at Quality DME, Inc., all provided equipment is billed to your insurance company. In addition, all equipment is subject to all applicable deductibles and co-insurances.MasksMost masks have a 90-day manufacturer warranty for defects. Refer to your mask user manual/instructions for … Read more about Replacement Supplies and Warranty Information
Maintenance of Your CPAP Equipment
The maintenance of your CPAP equipment is vital to the success of your Sleep Apnea treatmentAll items below can be washed with light liquid soap; i.e. - Dove, Ivory, Baby Soap, etc. (something gentle; avoid dish washing soaps.) Do not use alcohol-based wipes.TIP: For more effective … Read more about Maintenance of Your CPAP Equipment
PAP Supplies That Need To Be Replaced
There are many benefits to Sleep Apnea TherapyIf you keep up with your nightly Therapy, you will ultimately improve your quality of life. In order to get the rewarding benefits of Sleep Apnea Therapy, you need to take care of your equipment, meaning you must replace your PAP supplies as needed. … Read more about PAP Supplies That Need To Be Replaced
