Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) is a common sleep disorder characterised by snoring, choking and excessive daytime sleepiness. It is an insidious problem that often flys under the radar, with many Australians blaming their perpetual tiredness on stress and ageing, when there is actually an underlying sleep disorder that can be simply diagnosed and treated.
Snoring is common. While more prevalent among men, the elderly and those who are overweight, snoring can occur in individuals even during childhood.
Sleep is important for our body’s growth and repair. It can also help to reduce the risk of many health conditions – including Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease and diabetes.
Research shows that living an active lifestyle can lower the risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) - a common sleep disorder where the upper airways collapse during sleep resulting in airflow blockage.
A new study presented early this month has revealed that those with sleep apnea on Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy have a much higher chance of living longer. The study of 176,000 people with sleep apnea over 3 years found that patients using CPAP treatment were 39% more likely to survive than OSA patients who didn’t. The survival rate gap still remained significant when accounting for age, overall health, pre-existing conditions, and causes of death.
Do you find yourself waking up feeling unrefreshed after a night’s sleep? You may have Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) – a common sleep disorder which causes pauses in your breathing while you sleep. Studies show that those with OSA have a higher risk of developing depression.
It is well known that carrying extra weight is a risk factor for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) – a common sleep disorder that causes pauses in breathing during sleep. Exercise is a great way to prevent many health problems, and is now shown to cut the risk of OSA by up to 31%.
Snoring is common, affecting about 57% of adult men and 40% of adult women. Although you may not think of it as a problem, snoring is often linked to health problems - such as obstructive sleep apnea - and could also be disrupting the quality of sleep of your partner. Here are 10 ways you can reduce your snoring:
Age significantly affects your sleep needs. Your sleep cycles, stress levels, exercise levels and diet change throughout the years, which all impact your sleep. While sleep habits differ for everyone, sleep experts have specific recommendations for each age group.
