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Around twenty-two million people in the United States suffer from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes people to repeatedly stop and start breathing while they sleep due to blockages in their airways. These breathing interruptions are called “apnea events.”  Left untreated, sleep apnea can have serious health consequences, including… High blood pressure […]

Part of a good bedtime routine for both children and adults includes taking time to wind down before trying to sleep. And a great way to do that is to spend time reading each night.  Reading for pleasure offers lots of benefits. It helps… Boost your capacity for empathy Build your vocabulary Reduce your risk […]

The human body has an internal clock known as the circadian rhythm. The circadian rhythm operates on a twenty-four cycle and governs essential processes and functions. One of these functions is the sleep-wake cycle.  Environmental cues called ‘zeitgebers’ point to when you should be awake and asleep. These cues are what drive your circadian rhythm. […]

If you regularly have trouble sleeping and experience daytime fatigue, your doctor may prescribe a sleep study to assess the cause of the problem.  A sleep study can offer a diagnosis if you have a sleep-related health condition, such as sleep apnea or narcolepsy. Then, your doctor can figure out your best treatment options.  If […]

Sometimes, you need a nap. You’re spent, and your emotional tank is empty. A nap is the only way you’re going to make it through the rest of the day.  But will taking a nap make it harder to fall asleep later at night? It could. But it doesn’t have to if you nap the […]

Every parent of young children experiences the bedtime battle from time to time. Some parents experience it nightly.  With repeated pleas for five more minutes or to tell you one more thing, the bedtime battle can feel frustrating and tiresome.  But before losing patience with your children, try to understand the underlying cause of their […]

Waking up in the middle of the night is stressful. Maybe you’ll fall right back asleep. Or maybe you’ll toss and turn for hours or be up the rest of the night.  You can’t be sure. And the anxiety over not knowing can also cause you to stay awake.  So what should you do if […]

If you have sleep apnea, your most effective treatment option is likely a CPAP machine. This device uses a mask and air pressure to keep your airways open while you sleep so you can get the rest you need.  Many first-time users go through an adjustment period with their CPAP machines. They find the mask […]

If you have mild to moderate sleep apnea, one of the treatment options is oral appliance therapy. Oral appliance therapy isn’t suitable for all sleep apnea patients. To get the most effective care, patients should use a CPAP machine. But if patients find CPAP machines to be too noisy, uncomfortable, or difficult to use, oral […]

Most parents know that getting a good night’s sleep is essential for their kids’ healthy growth and development. But did you know there are strategies your kids can try to improve their sleep? There’s a nerve in the body called the vagus nerve. And stimulating this nerve can help your kids relax and sleep better.  […]