There’s a Deeper Connection between Migraines and Sleep Apnea
I recently received a notification about a new study published in Medscape. This new study targeted a connection between migraines and sleep apnea, which I found to be very [...]
Sleep Apnea Played a Role in Carrie Fisher’s Death
We’ve talked about different famous people and how their deaths were associated with sleep apnea--or at least played a partial role. More recently we saw the death of beloved [...]
Lymphatic System’s Connection with Migraines and Sleep
In a study posted by the Washington Post, scientists studied lymphatic vessels for more than two decades. For more than 300 years it was accepted that the lymphatic vessels [...]
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Disrupts Cognition in Parkinson’s Disease
Another interesting article and topic is how obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) disrupts cognition in Parkinson’s Disease patients. It seems that the more research being completed, the more we continue [...]
Skipping Sleep Only to Catch Up Tomorrow Is Bad for Cognition
When our patients skip out on sleep and then try to catch up in the following days with longer bouts of sleep, it is tied to worse cognition--both in [...]
Truckers for a Cause Help Raise Awareness
We’ve previously discussed sleep apnea and its prevalence in truck drivers, so you’re already aware of the high risk of accidents there. While we continue to educate and raise [...]
Economic Impact of Sleep Apnea Expands Beyond Economic Revenue
I came across this article on Delaware Online that I wanted to share with you all. We’ve touched base on the idea that sleep apnea has a significant impact [...]
Should Sleep Apnea Really be the Best Defense in a Trial?
We’ve heard it several times already, “sleep apnea made me do it” or “sleep apnea is the reason I fell asleep.” Is this argument always valid? Should we pay [...]
Stop Putting Off Education–Start Now!
I’ve heard it before, “I’ll find time next year for continuing education courses. I’m too busy now.” But the thing is, next year will turn into another year and [...]
Could Sleep Apnea be Affecting Your Patient’s Dental Implants?
When our patients are missing teeth, many might turn to dental implants for a more permanent solution. And that’s great, but what if something is changing the permanence [...]