Month: March 2017
Fact or Fiction? 3 Myths About Sleep Apnea in Serious Need of Busting
Sleep apnea is a disorder that affects an estimated 18 million Americans, many of whom may not even know that they have the disorder. While diagnosed cases seek treatment with CPAP machines and nasal pillows, those who haven’t been diagnosed may go on believing that there’s nothing wrong. Even though this sleep disorder affects millions…
Why a Walk-In Urgent Care Clinic is a Better Option Than the ER
There are many circumstances where waiting for an appointment to see a normal doctor just isn’t going to cut it, but too often people choose to go to the emergency room where there is a convenient walk-in urgent care option available. In fact, according to the results of one study, somewhere around 44 to 65…
How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Far More Than Just Your Sleep
Have you been falling asleep at the drop of a hat? Do you wake up feeling unrested? Has your partner or roommate been grumbling about how noisy your snores and/or breathing is when you sleep? You might have sleep apnea, which affects around 18 million Americans. Though sleep apnea is common, you should be seeking…