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Study: Treating Sleep Apnea Reduces Migraines
If you suffer from migraine and have obstructive sleep apnea, a small German study has potentially good news: CPAP treatment reduces the frequency and intensity of the headaches.
When Sleep Apnea Becomes Life-Threatening
Bernard found himself waking up gasping for breath. The problem got so bad the 30-year-old Philadelphia man was afraid to go to sleep and went the the Jefferson ER where a novel, multi-specialty collaboration identified the problem and began treatment.
How Sleep Apnea Affects Your Health
Treating your sleep apnea properly will help you get a better night’s sleep and may even save your life.
CPAP for Sleep Apnea Appears to Head Off High Blood Pressure
Obstructive sleep apnea has been linked to a range of health problems including stroke and heart disease, a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association links treatment of sleep apnea using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) with lower risk of developing high blood pressure.