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Stroke the fifth most common killer and the leading cause of disability in America. If you have sleep apnea, your risk of stroke can increase by 60 percent! Learn how Oral Appliance Therapy can reduce the risk and help you get better quality sleep.

Loud snoring is often treated as something that we find as funny or more of an annoyance, but it can be a symptom of something more serious.  Snoring can potentially increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other health problems.

When Mary Beth (Davis) Rogers was young she had no idea she would one day grow up to pioneer the development of the group that focuses on the treatment of a chronic sleep disorder that afflicted her father for most of his life. Here's HERstory!

When we set clocks forward for Daylight Saving Time, it can have a surprising effect on our sleep patterns and the alignment with our natural cycles of light and darkness. Learn how changing just one hour can have a noticeable physiological effect on us!

You've tried exercising, dieting, drinking gallons of water, and eating off a small plate, but NOTHING works and it doesn't make sense! You may be fighting a losing battle! Learn how lack of sleep may be the reason.

It’s a new year and a time when people decide to make a list of things they want to change, goals to set, and plans to put in place to create a better self and a better outlook in life. Read how setting just ONE goal can start you on the right path!

According to AAA, about 112.7 million people are expected to travel between Dec. 23 and Jan. 2. Nearly 102 million will travel by car. If your family plans to be on the road, here are some driving tips to keep you awake, alert, and safe!

During the holidays, traffic deaths increase by 30% according to online driver's education resources. Thanksgiving was found to be the most dangerous! Here are some key tips to help you and your family stay safe on the road.

Everything you need to know about sleep apnea and chronic snoring treatment through Oral Appliance Therapy is available for you in this video by Dr. Becky Fox. Dr. Fox is a sleep dentist, credentialed by the America Board of Dental Slep Medicine.

Sleeping less than seven hours each night can have serious consequences on your physical health. Lack of sleep can lead to serious medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, blood pressure, stroke, and diabetes. Read more to see if you are at risk.

If you are someone who is affected by Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), you probably know that there are numerous comorbidities associated with it that, if left untreated, can be quite dangerous.

The purpose of Men’s Health Month in June is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems among men and encourage early detection and treatment of disease. It gives healthcare providers the opportunity to highlight how...

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a growing epidemic in our US adult population. Current research indicates that OSA is a very underdiagnosed and undertreated malady. Less than 10% of those who actually have OSA have been diagnosed...

What would happen to your body if you encountered a bear in the middle of the woods? Your heart rate would rise, your stress hormones would increase, and your body would go into fight or flight mode. If you are not breathing properly while you sleep...

It's the day after St. Patrick’s Day…. Even though the COVID pandemic has put an enormous damper on social gatherings and celebrations, if you still found a way to pay homage to St Patrick, one of Ireland's patron saints...

Your Heart Health is a priority to our network of providers. Heart disease is a leading cause of death for women and men in the United States and many Americans remain at risk of getting it, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute...

C(ontinuous)P(ositive)A(irway)P(ressure) units are the most commonly prescribed solutions for those who are diagnosed with sleep apnea/snoring. CPAP is a very effective treatment for people who can accommodate to its nightly use but, unfortunately...

On June 14, 2021, Philips issued a recall notification for the United States for specific affected ventilation and sleep apnea devices. The notification informs patients, users and customers of potential impacts on patient health and clinical...

The importance of quality sleep, defined as deep, restful, and restorative for our bodies, is gaining more and more recognition in the medical community. There is a direct correlation to overall health, well-being, and longevity.

Loud snoring is often treated as a joke, but it may be a sign of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a common but serious disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts as you sleep.