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These interruptions, called apneas, are caused by the collapse of soft tissue in the airway, which prevents oxygen from reaching the lungs. Sleep apnea can have a serious impact on energy, mental performance, and long-term health—but there are effective treatments available to counteract these symptoms.* *New York Times “Sleep Apnea In-Depth Report” citing various references, http://www.nytimes.com/health/guides/disease/sleep-apnea/print.html
Obstructive sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated interruptions in breathing throughout the sleep cycle.
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According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Frost and Sullivan report from 2016, approximately 12% suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, at least 29.4 million adults in the U.S. - 80% of which go undiagnosed.
Sleep apnea symptoms include:
Sleep apnea can have serious short and long-term health risks if left untreated, including:
Mayo Clinic, "Sleep Apnea Complications," August 2015.
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