Staphylococcus aureus (commonly called a staph infection) is a common germ that nearly a third of the population carries on their skin. It's normally harmless in most cases, but can sometimes lead to serious infections.

Kick off the New Year with a commitment to a better and healthier night's sleep with a focus on sleeping with a CPAP mask and maintaining a "clean sleep" lifestyle.

For millions of adults who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy is considered the gold-standard method of treatment. But if you're new to using a CPAP machine, you're probably wondering what it is and how it works.

CPAP maintenance is an essential component of CPAP therapy. Part of that involves replacing your CPAP equipment regularly. How often you should replace your CPAP equipment can vary depending on several factors.