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Exploring the Different Types of Sleep Studies: Your Path to Restful Nights
Have you been struggling with sleep problems lately? Do you find yourself feeling exhausted despite getting what should be a full night's rest? If so, you might be experiencing a sleeping disorder. Sleep studies play a vital role in accurately diagnosing and treating...
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Understanding the Difference Between an Annoying Habit and a Sleep Disorder Snoring is a common problem that affects roughly 57% of men, 40% of women, and 27% of children in the U.S. The severity and health implications can vary with this widespread issue ranging from...
Lung Cancer Screenings
The third most common type of non-skin cancer in the United States, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among men and women. Lung cancer screenings are essential to early detection and treatment for people at high risk, significantly increasing survival...
Pulmonary Fibrosis
What is Pulmonary Fibrosis? Pulmonary fibrosis is a serious lung disease that affects the respiratory system. The disease impacts the connecting tissue in the lung and the alveoli (air sacs inside the lungs). The thin walls of the alveoli get thick and scarred, also...
What is COPD?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an inflammatory lung disease in which less air flows in and out of the airways, causing breathing difficulties. As the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, COPD affects more than 15 million adults. The...
What are PFTs?
Pulmonary function tests (PFTs) are diagnostic tests used to determine how well your lungs work. These non-invasive tests measure how much air the lungs can hold, how quickly air moves in and out of the lungs, and how efficiently the lungs transfer oxygen into the...
Is Work “Shifting” Your Sleep?
In 2022 there were around 120.2 million full-time wage and salary workers in the U.S. These workers ranged from every occupation imaginable, working different types of shifts. Shift work refers to any work schedule that falls outside the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm;...
How Much Sleep Do We Really Need?
Quality over quantity is a phrase used to describe a multitude of activities and situations. In regard to sleep, each element is equally important. Every person requires quality sleep to function and be productive throughout the day. The quantity, while determined by...
What Are Parasomnias?
Have you ever had a nightmare? Maybe you wake up in the middle of the night not quite sure where you are or what is real. You go to the kitchen, get a drink of water, and calm yourself down enough to go back to bed. An occasional incident for some, others may have...
Common Sleep Problems and Disorders During Pregnancy
Typical advice during pregnancy is: “Sleep now! You’ll never sleep again once the baby is born!” Easier said than done, especially in the third trimester when you can barely move and every second is a mad dash to the bathroom. While pregnancy is an exciting time, it...