Obstructive Sleep Apnea-OSA

Managing Mask-Related Side Effects: A Key to CPAP Therapy Adherence

By

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

Mask-related side effects have been cited as the most important factor influencing adherence to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea as a Potential Risk Factor for COVID-19: Expert Interview

By

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

Obstructive sleep apnea may represent another important variable contributing to increased risk related to COVID-19.

The Relationship Between OSA and Mood Disorders, Cognitive Impairment

By

Tori Rodriguez, MA, LPC, AHC

Common comorbidities in OSA such as cardiovascular disease and metabolic abnormalities, may confer a higher risk for the development of mental and cognitive impairment in patients with OSA compared with the general population.

Bedwetting May Improve After Adenotonsillectomy for Sleep Apnea

Findings seen in secondary analysis of data for children randomly assigned to adenotonsillectomy or watchful waiting for nonsevere OSA

AHA Releases Scientific Statement on Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Cardiovascular Health in Children and Adolescents

By

Brandon May

The American Heart Association (AHA) released a scientific statement summarizing the effects of obstructive sleep apnea on the cardiovascular health of children and adolescents, as well as the current best practices for diagnosis and evaluation of CVD-related complications of OSA.

AHA Statement Addresses Impact of Childhood OSA on Heart Health

The impact of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) on cardiovascular health in children and adolescents is addressed in a scientific statement.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea May Raise Risk for Sudden Death

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a risk factor for all-cause mortality and cardiac mortality, according to a recently published review.

More Activity, Less Sitting May Decrease Risk for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

The incidence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is negatively associated with physical activity and positively associated with sedentary hours.