ApneaMed

03/07/2022

When is the last time you replaced your CPAP equipment? How often should you replace the mask? Find out answers to common questions we hear about CPAP equipment and replacement time:

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/how-often-should-i-replace-my-cpap-equipment

As someone with sleep apnea, you know just how important your continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine is. Without it, you’re more likely to experience numerous breathing disruptions throughout the night that leave you feeling fatigued and unrested during the day. But like your toothbrus...

12/15/2021

Obstructive sleep apnea has been linked to certain types of cancer. In today's blog, we uncover the connection between sleep apnea and cancer and the importance of effective sleep testing.

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/obstructive-sleep-apnea-linked-to-certain-types-of-cancer

When dealing with patients who may have sleep apnea, it’s important to get them diagnosed and treated sooner rather than later. Untreated obstructive sleep apnea has been shown to lead to additional health problems, including obesity, stroke, diabetes, and heart failure. Recent sleep studies have ...

11/25/2021

Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving!

11/15/2021

End-of-year health benefits season is upon us! Today we talk about employee health screening. If you work in an industry where a sleep study is required, contact our office. ApneaMed can work with employers and employees for sleep apnea testing and treatments.

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/employee-health-screening-where-does-sleep-apnea-fall-on-risk-factor-scale

Whether you’re the manager of a team or are in charge of the Human Resources department for a company, your focus is on the people within the team and how they impact the business’s success. When interviewing new talent, you often look for red flags that indicate the prospect may not be an ideal...

11/11/2021

Thank you to all our Veterans!!

10/08/2021

Recently studies showed that 1 in 3 truck drivers experiences sleep apnea symptoms. Learn more about trucking regulations, and how our experts can help your employees with sleep apnea testing at home!

https://www.apneamed.org/pages/trucking-sleep-apnea-program

10/05/2021

Are you ready for your sleep apnea test? Worried you won't be able to sleep? Find out how sleep apnea testing works, and what you can expect.

If sleep is hard to come by, how can you expect to sleep for a medical sleep test? It's a common question that comes to mind for those trying a home sleep test.

09/28/2021

Find out how you can manage side effects caused by sleep apnea and get a better night's rest!



https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/what-are-the-effects-sleep-apnea-has-on-mental-health

09/23/2021

Have you been impacted by the Philips CPAP Machine recall? Find out what you need to do, and how ApneaMed can help you get a new CPAP machine!



https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-philips-cpap-machine-recall

05/24/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/connection-between-heart-failure-obstructive-sleep-apnea

Cardiologists, it's important to be aware that sleep apnea can have a serious impact on the cardiovascular health of your patients. There is a complex, bi-directional relationship between heart failure and obstructive sleep apnea. It's up to you to know about it and help your patients. We've got the...

05/21/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/how-long-does-a-sleep-apnea-test-take

If you think you could be suffering from obstructive sleep apnea, and are seeking a diagnosis from a sleep apnea test, you may be wondering "so how long does a sleep apnea test take?". A sleep apnea test can vary in time, investment, and length depending on what kind of test you and your doctor deci...

05/19/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/chiropractors-sleep-specialists-can-work-together-to-help-patients

ApneaMed partners with chiropractors to offer Home Sleep Testing to patients struggling with Obstructive Sleep Apnea, offering a convenient, cost-effective alternative to a sleep study. Together, we can help patients improve their overall health, lower their risk for problematic conditions, & enhanc...

05/18/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/facts-about-home-sleep-tests

Sleep testing doesn't have to be daunting. In fact, home sleep tests are often the more cost-effect and convenient option for those who may be suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. We’ve compiled a list of the 6 facts you should absolutely know before pursuing a home sleep test.

05/17/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/cardiologists-unique-role-in-sleep-apnea-diagnosis-treatment

Do your patients suffer from high blood pressure? What about coronary artery disease? Have they suffered from congestive heart failure or survived a stroke? If any of these sound like patients you’ve worked with, it’s possible that they may also be suffering from undiagnosed or untreated obstruc...

05/13/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/what-to-do-before-and-during-home-sleep-study

Choosing to take the leap and perform a home sleep study to test for sleep apnea can be both overwhelming and stressful. But fear not, we have compiled a list of ways you can be completely prepared and ensure that you know exactly what you need to do before, during, and after your home sleep study.

05/11/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/5-simple-steps-improve-patients-cpap-compliance

CPAP and APAP treatments remain the best, most effective way to treat sleep apnea, yet patients still struggle with therapy compliance. We've got 5 simple steps that will not only help improve your patients' CPAP compliance but also improve their health and quality of life!

05/10/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/3-things-truck-drivers-should-know-about-sleep-apnea

Truck drivers, there are things you need to know about sleep apnea... Do you have to get tested? Will sleep apnea impact your CDL? How dangerous is sleep apnea, really? We can answer all these questions for you and make sure you are in the know about this common sleep disorder.

05/07/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/better-safe-than-sorry-4-reasons-to-test-for-sleep-apnea-now

Getting tested for sleep apnea should not be postponed. In fact, there are some critical reasons to test for sleep apnea NOW. It doesn't have to be through an expensive & uncomfortable in-lab sleep study that can take weeks to book. You can order our home sleep apnea test online today, do the test a...

05/05/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/healthcare-providers-you-can-directly-help-your-patients-with-sleep-apnea

Healthcare providers can directly help patients suffering with sleep apnea. By partnering with a home sleep test provider - like ApneaMed - doctors in all fields can offer easy, quick, and affordable sleep apnea testing to their patients. Read more for insight into the options for your practice.

05/03/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/benefits-in-workplace-from-sleep-apnea-treatment

Rejuvenative sleep is key for employees to be able to stay awake, alert, productive, and healthy. By offering a home sleep test to your employees, you can help them get a diagnosis faster and begin sleep apnea treatment, which will in turn offer countless benefits to your business and work environme...

04/30/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/dentists-role-in-sleep-apnea-diagnosis

Dentists play a unique role in sleep apnea diagnosis. Patients, ask your dentist how you can get tested for sleep apnea. Dentists, we've got partnership options for you to be able to help patients receive a diagnosis quicker and easier.

04/29/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/snoring-with-your-cpap-a-leaky-mask-could-be-the-cause

Because it directly solves the problem of airway blockages during sleep, CPAP or AutoPAP therapy can immediately cure snoring and get you sleeping better. Once you fully acclimate to sleeping with your new CPAP mask, you might start noticing that you feel more alert and energized as soon as the next...

04/28/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/is-a-sleep-apnea-test-mandatory-for-a-cdl

While reviewing a series of rules and regulations can be confusing, the short answer is no, sleep apnea testing is not mandatory in order to pass the mandatory medical examination required for CDL testing. While there is no overarching law that mandates sleep apnea testing for a CDL, you will want t...

04/26/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/nodding-off-at-work-daytime-drowsiness-and-sleep-apnea

Nodding off at work is probably more common than you originally thought—in fact the CDC has gone so far as to call lack of sleep a “nationwide epidemic.” Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) has become such a frequent problem for some companies that Virgin Pulse, an organization that researches ...

04/22/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/how-to-get-diagnosed-with-sleep-apnea

In order to be diagnosed with sleep apnea you must undergo a sleep study and have the results and diagnosis confirmed by a board-certified sleep physician. Like many disorders that require long-term treatment, a sleep apnea diagnosis qualifies you to receive a variety of sleep apnea treatments like....

04/21/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/driving-drowsy-who-is-most-at-risk-for-sleep-related-vehicle-accidents

Driving is dangerous. From fender benders to multi-car freeway pile ups, there is always an element of danger on the road. And a good portion of these kinds of accidents happen because drivers are not alert and aware of the drivers around them—and drowsiness is a big part of the problem. An estima...

04/20/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/benefits-to-having-home-sleep-test-in-medical-office

There are more options than ever before to help patients get quick & accurate sleep apnea testing results from the comfort of their own home. By entering into an in-office partnership with ApneaMed, medical professionals can give patients quicker, more affordable options for diagnosing sleep apnea w...

04/19/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/sleep-apnea-testing-for-employees-improves-productivity-morale

Sleep apnea testing for employees offers countless benefits to both employee & employer. Employees feel cared for & less fatigued from healthy sleep so they can be happier & more productive employees. With happy & productive employees, costs decrease, employee morale improves, and the entire workpla...

04/16/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/3-extreme-risks-of-driving-with-sleep-apnea

Driving with sleep apnea isn't harmless. In fact, a recent study found that patients with sleep apnea were almost 2.5X more likely to be the driver in a car accident when compared with a control group of drivers in the normal population. So what exactly are the risks associated with driving with sle...

04/15/2021

https://www.apneamed.org/blogs/info/home-remedies-for-sleep-apnea

There really isn’t a cure for sleep apnea, especially if you are diagnosed with moderate or severe sleep apnea. However, there are a few home remedies for sleep apnea that you can try to alleviate some symptoms without a prescription.