Sleep Apnea Linked to Weaker Bones, Teeth
TUESDAY, Jan. 31, 2023 -- People who have sleep apnea may have another issue to worry about— weaker bones and teeth.
Known as low bone-mineral density, the condition is an indicator of osteoporosis and can increase the risk of fractures and... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - February 1, 2023 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
5 Weight-Loss Strategies That Don ’t Work—And What To Do Instead
Every year, losing weight ranks among the top New Year’s resolutions. And every year, we keep trying many of the same methods—and not surprisingly, keep getting the same disappointing results. The unfortunate truth is that most weight-loss strategies don’t work long term, and some can even make matters worse or cause other harms.
But that doesn’t mean trying to shed pounds is futile. Studies show that some approaches are, in fact, effective.
Here are five popular methods that often fail—and alternatives that are more likely to lead to long-term success.
1. Counting Calories
Tracking calories m...
Source: TIME: Health - January 20, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Robert J. Davis Tags: Uncategorized freelance health Source Type: news
Comparison of a noncustom vs custom mandibular advancement device to treat obstructive sleep apnea
This study suggests promise for the use of noncustom fabricated appliances as a trial device, but more long-term research on side effects and patient compliance must be conducted, especially given the conflicting research in this area.6–9 In practice, when noncustom appliances are used, they should be utilized in the short term only and not as a replacement for custom-fabricated, long-term oral appliances. A qualified dentist should always supervise oral appliance therapy, as they are trained to minimize side effects as well as manage side effects that may arise. If a noncustom fabricated appliance is provided, the quali...
Source: Dental Technology Blog - January 3, 2023 Category: Dentistry Source Type: news
Insomnia is a $5 billion business — and this former sleep doctor thinks it's time for a new approach
Daniel Erichsen spent about a decade as a sleep doctor, primarily seeing patients who were struggling with sleep apnea and insomnia. His career took a dramatic turn early last year, when he was fired from his hospital job in Oregon. Erichsen, 42, had stopped prescribing sleeping pills to patients…#bethkendall #insomniaimmunity #imarc #eugene #fitbit #kindredventures #ted #talesofcourage #minneapolis #sleepcoachschool (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - December 23, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Philips says tests on recalled products show limited health risks By Reuters
Dutch health technology company Philips said on Wednesday independent tests on its respiratory devices involved in a major global recall had shown limited health risks. The company rocked investors last year by recalling millions of breathing devices and ventilators used to treat sleep apnea,…#fda #philips #royjakobs #socleaninc #dreamstation #amsterdam #philipsrespironics (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - December 21, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Mothers' Sleep Issues Promote Poor Outcomes for Infants Mothers' Sleep Issues Promote Poor Outcomes for Infants
Sleep apnea and insomnia in pregnancy may offer insight into risk assessment for infants.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - December 14, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Pulmonary Medicine News Source Type: news
Psychomotor vigilance performance in participants with excessive daytime sleepiness in obstructive sleep apnea or narcolepsy compared with SAFTE-FAST model predictions - Devine JK, Schwartz L, Hursh S, Asin J, de Vries N, Vonk PE, Vermeeren A, Donjacour CEHM, Vinckenbosch F, Ramaekers JG, Janssen H, Wang G, Chen D, Carter LP, Overeem S, Lammers GJ.
INTRODUCTION: Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) associated with narcolepsy or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can impair vigilance/attention. Solriamfetol, a dopamine/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, is approved to treat EDS associated with narcolepsy (75... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - December 12, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Distraction, Fatigue, Chronobiology, Vigilance, Workload Source Type: news
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Surgery for sleep apnea
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea and was prescribed a CPAP machine. However, it doesn ’t seem to be helping. My doctor said we should consider surgical treatment. What are the common surgical options to treat obstructive sleep apnea, and what is the recovery like for these types of operations? ANSWER: Obstructive sleep apnea is a disorder where sleep is disrupted by a lack of good airflow through your breathing passages — your mouth,… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - December 12, 2022 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Relationship between obstructive sleep apnea and balance on computerized dynamic posturography - Fox MG, Cohen HS, Sangi-Haghpeykar H, Takashima M.
This study aimed to determine if OSA adversely affects standing balance. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Adult... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - December 7, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Distraction, Fatigue, Chronobiology, Vigilance, Workload Source Type: news
Everything You Need To Know About Ear Seeding
Millions of Americans are struggling to fall asleep owing to stress, environmental factors, work schedule, health issues, poor sleep habits, etc. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, sleep-related problems cost Americans a whopping $16 billion annually in medical expenses. Since…#earseeds #ear #seeley #seeds #sleep #earseeding #apneaassociation #ears #notesseeley #environmentalfactors (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - November 26, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Transgender Youth Much More Likely to Have Troubled Sleep
THURSDAY, Nov. 24, 2022 -- Transgender youth are more likely than others to experience sleep disorders such as insomnia and sleep apnea, and researchers now recommend these young people be screened for sleep problems.“Transgender and... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - November 24, 2022 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Susceptibility-weighted MRI shows brain changes in COVID-19 patients
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Source: AuntMinnie.com Headlines - November 21, 2022 Category: Radiology Source Type: news
Jury Still Out on Obstructive Sleep Apnea Screening Jury Still Out on Obstructive Sleep Apnea Screening
There remains inadequate evidence to gauge the balance of benefits and harms of screening asymptomatic adults for obstructive sleep apnea, the US Preventive Services Task Force has announced.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Neurology and Neurosurgery Headlines)
Source: Medscape Neurology and Neurosurgery Headlines - November 17, 2022 Category: Neurology Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery News Source Type: news
Screening for obstructive sleep apnea in adults: updated evidence report and systematic review for the US Preventive Services Task Force - Feltner C, Wallace IF, Aymes S, Cook Middleton J, Hicks KL, Schwimmer M, Baker C, Balio CP, Moore D, Voisin CE, Jonas DE.
IMPORTANCE: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with adverse health outcomes. OBJECTIVE: To review the evidence on screening for OSA in asymptomatic adults or those with unrecognized OSA symptoms to inform the US Preventive Services Task Fo... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - November 17, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Distraction, Fatigue, Chronobiology, Vigilance, Workload Source Type: news
Screening for obstructive sleep apnea in adults: US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement - Mangione CM, Barry MJ, Nicholson WK, Cabana M, Chelmow D, Rucker Coker T, Davidson KW, Davis EM, Donahue KE, Ja én CR, Kubik M, Li L, Ogedegbe G, Pbert L, Ruiz JM, Stevermer J, Wong JB.
IMPORTANCE: Current prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in the US is not well established; however, based on cohort and survey data, in 2007-2010 the estimated prevalence of at least mild OSA (defined as an apnea-hypoxia index [AHI] ≥5) plus symp... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - November 17, 2022 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Distraction, Fatigue, Chronobiology, Vigilance, Workload Source Type: news
