Sleep Apnea May Worsen The Severity Of Covid-19

A recent study found that adults with sleep apnea are 31% more likely to be hospitalized after being infected with Covid-19 and are 31% more likely to die from it.

Data was analysed from more than 350,000 adults, and of those, 5,400 had previously undergone testing for sleep apnea. It was found that those who had both Covid-19 and sleep apnea were hospitalized with the virus at a 31% higher rate than those infected who did not have the sleep disorder.

The data suggests that low oxygen levels during sleep leads to increased inflammation in the heart and lungs, causing poorer outcomes. If you are concerned about your sleep health, it is important to speak with your doctor and undergo any necessary treatment such as CPAP therapy. #sleep #sleepless #sleepapnea #sleepa