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Sleep Apnea Blog
Americare Respiratory Services' Official Blog, sharing product information and updates about sleep disorders.
12
2016
Why Choose Americare CPAP?
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We have a large selection of products to choose from on our website. Whether you like shopping online or prefer to talk to a real person, we can accommodate you.
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5
2016
Treatment for sleep apnea reduces “dawn phenomenon” by 45% in one week
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Untreated sleep apnea has been shown to raise glucose levels, causing the “dawn phenomenon” that many diabetics experience in the early morning hours.
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29
2016
What’s more important: Sleep or Work?
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Did you know that sleep deprivation can affect your performance like drinking alcohol on the job?
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16
2016
American Sleep Association Endorses Mattresses and Pillows by Carpenter
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In Feb 2016, the American Sleep Association gave their seal of approval to Carpenter mattresses, mattress toppers, and pillows.
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8
2016
Connecting the Dots: Undiagnosed sleep apnea and dementia [QUIZ]
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Sleep apnea symptoms are often dismissed, and untreated sleep apnea is ALSO associated with a higher risk of dementia. Take a quiz to see if you are at risk.
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2
2016
Most US schools start before 8 am. Is this too early?
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Middle school and high school should not start before 8:00. A time closer to 9:00 or later would be preferable.
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23
2016
Vision problems with sleep apnea are common
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A study found a link between sleep apnea and keratoconus, which causes your cornea to become cone-shaped and leads to vision problems (nearsightedness) and astigmatism.
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22
2016
Too many cat naps or addicted to sleep?
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sleep deprivation
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sleep habits
Do you LOVE to sleep? Maybe a little too much? Too much sleep can have a negative impact on your life.
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12
2016
Do I need a nasal mask for full face mask?
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nasal mask
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nasal pillow mask
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ResMed
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If you’ve been browsing our selection of CPAP masks, you have noticed the wide variety of styles available. How do you know which one to choose?
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2
2016
5 ways to improve your heart health and sleep health in 2016
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heart health
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Your sleep health and heart health may be more connected than you realize. In light of National Heart Health Month this February, let’s take a moment to review the risks that can jeopardize your sleep and your heart.
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