Sleep apnea and COPD are two health conditions that affect millions of Americans. Together, they can seriously impact an individual’s health and quality of life. If you’re interested in learning more about the relationship between COPD and sleep apnea, we’re here to address a few of the most frequently asked questions.What are sleep apnea and COPD?Obstructive sleep apnea, the most...

Did you know that some of your attributes, characteristics and behaviors could be putting you at risk of developing sleep apnea? When we talk about the term “risk factor,” we mean: a variable that increases the likelihood of a certain medical condition or injury. Risk Factors for Sleep Apnea You may already be aware of the common symptoms of sleep...

Trying to figure out a device you’re unfamiliar with can be intimidating, and a CPAP machine is certainly no exception. Previously, we explained what a CPAP machine is and how CPAP works, but we didn’t really get a chance to break down the different components of a CPAP machine.In today’s post, we’ll review each piece of CPAP machine equipment so...

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), an umbrella term for a number of progressive lung diseases, is a serious condition that affects 30 million Americans. Characterized by symptoms like breathlessness, coughing, wheezing and tightness in the chest, COPD is commonly caused by smoking and environmental factors. It’s the third-leading cause of death in the United States.Living with COPD is difficult enough...