1. Sleep Apnea Society Of Alberta Information and support. http://www.sleep-apnea.ab.ca/

2. American Sleep Apnea Association Information on reducing injury, disability, and death from sleep apnea.Category Health Conditions and Diseases Sleep Disorders sleep apnea...... spouse/partner in Southern California, click here to learn about participatingin a research study. AMERICAN sleep apnea ASSOCIATION http://www.sleepapnea.org/

The ASAA is grateful to Respironics, Inc. for sponsoring National Sleep Apnea Awareness Day: Monday March 31. Click here to visit the ASAA website

3. Sleep Apnoea FAQ / Sleep Apnea FAQ Contains FAQs about this sleep disorder, as well as a selection of articles, a self test, and related links. http://www.newtechpub.com/phantom/faq/osa_faq.htm

Sleep Apnea FAQ New Technology Publishing HealthyResources COPD Courage and Information: COPD book ... SITE MAP New Technology Publishing, Inc. Sleep Apnoea FAQ / Sleep Apnea FAQ Written and edited by patients, and with input by others experienced in sleep apnea, this FAQ or Frequently Asked Questions page answers many concerns and issues raised by people with snoring and apnea. Doug Linder Current editing by Jerry Halberstadt Frequently-Asked Questions file v 3.1 Who the heck are you? What is Sleep Apnoea? How do I know if I have it? Wouldn't I know it if I woke up so often? ... Where can I find doctors/sleep centers/CPAP in my own country? Who the heck are you? My name is Doug Linder. I'm just some guy with apnoea. It's easier to tell you what I am not: Most importantly, I am NOT a doctor. I do not keep lists of doctors, specialists, equipment companys, or anything like that. I can't recommend doctors or brands of CPAP machines. Sorry. I don't have a folderful of secret "cures" for apnoea that I keep away from everyone else just out of spite. The minute I hear of a new potential treatment, I put it up here. I'm not highly connected to the field of sleep medicine. Yes, I have met a few nice folks in the industry, and some of them are indeed doctors. But they don't give free, anonymous, undiagnosed medical advice over the internet, either.

4. NHLBI, Facts About Sleep Apnea Facts About sleep apnea Facts About sleep apnea is a fourpage brochure that discusses sleep apnea and how it is treated. There is also an Spanish version. http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep/sleepapn.htm

Facts About Sleep Apnea Facts About Sleep Apnea is a four-page brochure that discusses sleep apnea and how it is treated. There is also an Spanish version . Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that is far more common than generally understood. First described in 1965, sleep apnea is a breathing disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. It owes its name to a Greek word, apnea, meaning "want of breath." There are two types of sleep apnea: central and obstructive. Central sleep apnea, which is less common, occurs when the brain fails to send the appropriate signals to the breathing muscles to initiate respirations. Obstructive sleep apnea is far more common and occurs when air cannot flow into or out of the person's nose or mouth although efforts to breathe continue. 4 pages. NIH Publication No. 95-3798 You may obtain the document in following ways: View online (in formats below) [ASCII document, 13 K] [PDF document, 172 K, need Acrobat Reader to review] Information for visitors using screen readers Information about PDF Printed Copies Order online Order by telephone, fax, or mail

5. Sleep Apnea Can Cause Depression Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is caused by a blockage of the airway, usually when the soft tissue in the rear of the http://world.std.com/~halberst/articles/ipn3.html

Sleep apnea can cause depression New Technology Publishing HealthyResources COPD Courage and Information: COPD book ... BROKEN LINKS New Technology Publishing, Inc. Sleep apnea can cause depression Introduction Sleep apnea can cause symptoms of apparent clinical depression which may respond quickly to treatment of the sleep disorder. A knowledge of the intellectual and emotional impact of sleep apnea may be important in making a correct differential diagnosis. Unfortunately, many physicians, psychiatrists, and psychologists may be unaware of this connection which may lead to apparent symptoms of depression. If there is a possibility that a patient's depression is caused by sleep apnea, they should undergo evaluation and, if necessary, receive treatment for their sleep disorder. In addition, people with sleep apnea may need support in addressing emotional aspects of treatment and recovery. Informed, trained therapists can provide essential therapy and support to the patient and the patient's family in the recovery process. The invisible epidemic of sleep apnea and snoring The impact of sleep apnea and snoring on sleep and health in the individual and for the public should not be ignored. According the National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research: "Forty million Americans are chronically ill with various sleep disorders...Sleep apnea alone is the cause of excessive daytime sleepiness experienced by almost 20 million Americans... Overwhelming evidence from testimony and specific surveys suggests that the vast majority of Americans with sleep disorders remain undiagnosed and untreated. ... " (

6. A.P.N.E.A. Network Welcome Page Apnea Patient's News, Education, and Awareness Network informs the public about this sleep disorder. Find stories by patients and a bookstore. is to make this an engaging, interesting, and informative site for information about. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) for http://www.apneanet.org/

WELCOME TO A.P.N.E.A. NET This page last updated on Our Table of Contents What's New on This Site! Our Bookstore! Click here to enter the A.P.N.E.A. NETWORK FORUM A.P.N.E.A. NET , for short. Our Goals for this site: Our goal is to make this an engaging, interesting, and informative site for information about Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) for: persons who have been diagnosed with OSA family members of persons with OSA those who are looking for information about OSA those who should have a greater knowledge of OSA those interested in increasing awareness of OSA and other sleep disorders Our Point-of-View: Our point-of-view will be that of APNEA PATIENTS We'll try to keep things as simple as possible, while still providing you with information. We'll look at things from the patient's angle, rather than a purely scientific approach. The tone will be informal and conversational where it can be. We will have reports and information from medical and health care professionals, but we will focus on information aimed at the patient, not the sleep professional. What Will You Find Here?

7. Untitled Document View a definition of sleep disorders, with a description of symptoms and treatments. Includes a glossary. http://members.aol.com/blackcover/csa.html

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8. Facial Reconstructive Surgical And Medical Center One method for treatment of this disorder. http://www.sleepsurgery.com

9. Sleep Apnea Dental Clinic, University Of British Columbia Information and links on the Klearway Appliance, an extensively researched appliance treating snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. http://www.dentistry.ubc.ca/research/lowe/dentalclinic.htm

Klearway™ Appliance For The Treatment of Snoring And Obstructive Sleep Apnea General information Frequently Asked Questions Dentist and Physician Instructions for the Klearway Appliance Patient Forms i) The Epworth Sleepiness Scale ii) Patient Instructions for the Klearway Appliance iii) Consent Form iv) Klearway Advancement Schedule PDF format; require Acrobat Reader 4.0 or higher) Technical Note for the Klearway Appliance In 1995, the Klearway appliance was invented at, trademarked for, and received FDA approval by, The University of British Columbia . Patents have been obtained by the university both in North America and internationally and specific only licensees have been assigned the rights to manufacture the appliance. Authorized Manufacturers and Distributors in Canada United States and Worldwide UBC SLEEP APNEA DENTAL CLINIC 2199 Wesbrook Mall Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3 Canada Phone: (604) 822-5775 Fax: (604) 822-3562 Dr. Alan A. Lowe Division of Orthodontics for research enquires only: alowe@interchange.ubc.ca

10. SleepHelpUSA - Help For Sleep Apnea And Snoring Offers information about snoring and sleep apnea. http://sleephelpusa.com/

Snoring Sleep Apnea Symptoms Risks ... Sleep tips Welcome to SleepHelpUSA. A site dedicated to helping you find information and resources dealing with the subject of snoring and sleep apnea. We understand that snoring can be an embarrasing, and sometimes dangerous condition. We hope to provide you with a better understanding of this condition and to try and point you in the right direction if you need help. Is my snoring normal or a sign of something worse....... Loud snoring and daytime drowsiness are some of the main symptoms of sleep apnea. Mental confusion and poor work performance can also be signs. Those at risk..... Middle aged, overweight men are at the greatest risk of developing sleep apnea. Although it is very rare, babies can also be affected. If you think you have sleep apnea... Speak with your doctor about your concerns, so you can be tested.

11. ResMed - Waking People Up To Sleep Design, manufacturing and marketing of nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) devices for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). http://www.resmed.com/

PRODUCTS SUPPORT CONTACT US ABOUT US ... SLEEP TERMS Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile Cyprus Denmark Egypt Finland France Germany Greece Holland Hong Kong Iceland India Ireland Israel Italy Japan Korea Malaysia Malta Morocco New Zealand Norway Pakistan Philippines Portugal Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Singapore Slovenia South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Tunisia Turkey UAE United Kingdom Uruguay USA ResMed introduces the Mirage Vista Mask system The Mirage Vista TM More information for Clinicians More information for Patients PATIENTS CLINICIANS ... ResMed is a leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer, of products for the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing. MedCath and ResMed announce Strategic Alliance in Cardiovascular Disease and Sleep-Disordered Breathing more... Prevalence of Sleep Apnea in Professional Football Players A medical study of professional football players, cited in the latest issue (January 23, 2003) of The New England Journal of Medicine more . . . Video News Release St. Louis Post Dispatch What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Signs and symptoms include excessive loud snoring, witnessed cessation of breathing during sleep, daytime sleepiness and irritability.

12. Snoring Sends A Serious Signal Find an article about snoring, often a symptom of progressive sleep apnea syndrome, a disorder that can have serious effects on health. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/1020187602.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Blood/Blood Pressure Cardiac/Heart Wellness/Lifestyle By keywords: snoring sleep apnea sleep Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> Snoring Sends a Serious Signal Snoring can be a lot more than an irritant to bed partners and other listeners. It’s often a symptom of progressive sleep apnea syndrome, a disorder that not only stymies the snorer’s slumber but also can have serious effects on blood pressure, risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and even mortality. Obstructive sleep apnea, the most common disorder diagnosed through sleep studies, is a condition that not only interrupts a good night’s rest but can have significant effects on blood pressure, risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, and even mortality. B. Tucker Woodson, MD , treats many snorers who suffer from sleep apnea. A Medical College of Wisconsin Associate Professor of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences and Director of the Froedtert Center for Sleep, Dr. Woodson discussed sleep apnea and its consequences in a recent interview with HealthLink. “By far and away the most common sleep disorder that we see here (at the MCW sleep laboratory) is obstructive sleep apnea. It probably represents 80% or more of the sleep disorders that present to the physician for a sleep study,” Dr. Woodson said.

13. Sleep Apnea Dentistry - B. Gail Demko, DMD Oral appliances reposition the lower jaw and the tongue permitting the airway to remain open, and Category Shopping Health Sleep Disorders sleep apnea......Oral appliance therapy is one of several non surgical treatments ofsnoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Oral Appliances can http://sleepapneadentist.com/

Sleep Disorders Obstructive Sleep Apnea Diagnosis Treatments ... Main For New England Appointments contact Dasha@SleepApneaDentist.com For Indianapolis Appointments contact Nancy@SleepApneaDentist.com Dentistry and Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Dentists play an important role in the team approach to the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Physicians, dentists, psychologists, and respiratory therapists all pool their knowledge to treat each patient appropriately and effectively. Dentists who are specifically trained in aspects of sleep medicine and have a command of multiple appliance modalities are of great help to physicians in treating patients with sleep disordered breathing problems. Oral Appliance Therapy Oral appliance therapy is one of several non surgical treatments for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Oral appliances reposition the lower jaw and the tongue permitting the airway to remain open, and reducing or eliminating apneic events.

14. SleepQuest: Treating Sleep Disorders - Obstructive Sleep Apnea SleepQuest specializes in treating obstructive sleep apnea and other sleep disorders by providing Category Health Conditions and Diseases Sleep Disorders Centers......SleepQuest specializes in treating obstructive sleep apnea and other sleep disordersby providing innovative diagnostic and treatment services in the http://www.sleepquest.com/

The consequences of pervasive sleep deprivation and undiagnosed sleep disorders are collectively one of our nation's biggest and most serious health problems. A single sleep disorder, obstructive sleep apnea , is now known to afflict 30 million Americans. Sleep Care Tips Your CPAP mask, headgear, and tubing must be cleaned at least once a week (or as necessary) to increase its lifespan and to prevent the build-up of body oils, dust, dirt, and/or bacteria. Click here for more information. Dr. Dement Recognizing Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Saving Lives Click here to view. Q: Is sleep apnea a hereditary sleep disorder? Click here to find out the answer to this question, as well as the answers to other important sleep related questions. Latest News Employee Fatigue Causing 'Significant Problems' The Pluses of Home Sleep Testing Tracing the Neural Circuitry of 'Second Sight' Shop for the latest in sleep treatment devices and accessories. ... Fill out a short questionnaire to see if you might possibly have a sleep-related breathing disorder. Bulletin board questions and answers by patients for patients.

15. Sleep Apnea sleep apnea is a serious, life-threatening condition - from the National Sleep FoundationCategory Health Conditions and Diseases Sleep Disorders sleep apnea......What is sleep apnea? sleep apnea is a serious, potentially lifethreatening conditionthat is far more common than generally understood. Who Gets sleep apnea? http://www.sleepfoundation.org/publications/sleepap.html

CONTENTS WHAT IS SLEEP APNEA? WHO GETS SLEEP APNEA? WHAT CAUSES SLEEP APNEA? HOW IS NORMAL BREATHING RESTORED DURING SLEEP? ... SEEKING MEDICAL HELP? What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that is far more common than Early recognition and treatment of sleep apnea is important because it may be associated with irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke. Who Gets Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea occurs in all age groups and both sexes but is more common in men (it may be underdiagnosed in women) and possibly young African Americans. It has been estimated that as many as 18 million Americans have sleep apnea. Four percent of middle-aged men and 2 percent of middle-aged women have sleep apnea along with excessive daytime sleepiness. People most likely to have or develop sleep apnea include those who snore loudly and also are overweight, or have high blood pressure, or have some physical abnormality in the nose, throat, or other parts of the upper airway. Sleep apnea seems to run in some families, suggesting a possible genetic basis.. What Causes Sleep Apnea?

16. Sleep Apnea Information - American Sleep Apnea Association ASAA INFORMATION ABOUT sleep apnea. sleep apnea DEFINED. In central sleep apnea, theairway is not blocked but the brain fails to signal the muscles to breathe. http://www.sleepapnea.org/geninfo.html

About the ASAA Publications Sleep Apnea Information Get General Information Personal Experiences Ask the Doctor Ask the Lawyer ... Home The ASAA is a non-profit organization dedicated to reducing injury, disability, and death from sleep apnea and to enhancing the well-being of those affected by this common disorder. INFORMATION ABOUT SLEEP APNEA SLEEP APNEA DEFINED The Greek word "apnea" literally means "without breath." There are three types of apnea: obstructive, central, and mixed; of the three, obstructive is the most common. Despite the difference in the root cause of each type, in all three, people with untreated sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly during their sleep, sometimes hundreds of times during the night and often for a minute or longer. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is caused by a blockage of the airway, usually when the soft tissue in the rear of the throat collapses and closes during sleep. In central sleep apnea, the airway is not blocked but the brain fails to signal the muscles to breathe. Mixed apnea, as the name implies, is a combination of the two. With each apnea event, the brain briefly arouses people with sleep apnea in order for them to resume breathing, but consequently sleep is extremely fragmented and of poor quality. Sleep apnea is very common, as common as adult diabetes, and affects more than twelve million Americans, according to the National Institutes of Health. Risk factors include being male, overweight, and over the age of forty, but sleep apnea can strike anyone at any age, even children. Yet still because of the lack of awareness by the public and healthcare professionals, the vast majority remain undiagnosed and therefore untreated, despite the fact that this serious disorder can have significant consequences.

17. Sleep Site, The Obtain resources on sleeprelated illnesses such as narcolepsy, insomnia and sleep apnea. Find out where to go for treatment. http://redirect-west.inktomi.com/click?u=http://www.looksmart.com/og/pr%3Dcdd%3B

18. Sleep Apnea, Snore, Sleep, Snoring, Apnea, Sleep Disorder, Obstructive Sleep Apn A layman's guide to sleep apnea with graphics of condition and treatment. Information with product for sale.Category Health Conditions and Diseases Sleep Disorders sleep apnea......Obstructive sleep apnea. Obstructive Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)is cause by the closing of the upper airway while asleep. The http://www.cpapman.com/disorder.htm

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Obstructive Sleep Apnea (showing a closed upper airway) Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is cause by the closing of the upper airway while asleep. The uvula and soft pallet collapses on the back wall of the upper airway. Then the tongue falls backward, collapsing on the back wall of the upper airway, the uvula and soft pallet forming a tight blockage, preventing any air from entering the lungs. The effort of the diaphragm, the chest and the abdomen only cause the blockage to seal tighter. In order to breathe the person must arouse or awaken, causing tension in the tongue thereby opening the airway, allowing air to pass into the lungs. (For a view of airway closure click here then use your BACK button to return.) OSA causes a drop in one's blood oxygen saturation (SaO2) and an increase in the blood's carbon dioxide (CO2). When the SaO2 drops the heart will start pumping more blood with each beat. If the SaO2 continues to drop the heart will start beating faster and faster. As the CO2 increases the brain will try to drive the person to breathe. The effort and action of the abdomen and chest will increase. Eventually that action can become severe enough to cause an arousal, clearing the upper airway blockage, allowing the person to breathe. Then you go back to sleep and it happens all over again. The American Sleep Disorder Association rates the average number of OSA events per hour as your Respiratory Distress Index (RDI). An RDI of to 5 in normal; 5 to 20 is mild; 20 to 40 is moderate; over 40 is considered severe. An apnea event must last at least 10 seconds to be considered an event. It is not uncommon to see RDIs well above the 40. In some cases RDIs were well above 100, with events lasting as long as 90 to 120 seconds and SaO2s going below 70% when normal is 95% to 100%.

19. Sleep Apnea Dentistry - B. Gail Demko, DMD Oral appliances reposition the lower jaw and the tongue permitting the airway to remain open, and reducing or eliminating apnea. http://SleepApneaDentist.com/

Sleep Disorders Obstructive Sleep Apnea Diagnosis Treatments ... Main For New England Appointments contact Dasha@SleepApneaDentist.com For Indianapolis Appointments contact Nancy@SleepApneaDentist.com Dentistry and Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Dentists play an important role in the team approach to the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. Physicians, dentists, psychologists, and respiratory therapists all pool their knowledge to treat each patient appropriately and effectively. Dentists who are specifically trained in aspects of sleep medicine and have a command of multiple appliance modalities are of great help to physicians in treating patients with sleep disordered breathing problems. Oral Appliance Therapy Oral appliance therapy is one of several non surgical treatments for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Oral appliances reposition the lower jaw and the tongue permitting the airway to remain open, and reducing or eliminating apneic events.

20. Links Sister Sites, Lethbridge sleep apnea Society. American sleep apnea Association. SleepSites, Central sleep apnea Informational Page. Circadian Information Web Site. http://www.sleep-apnea.ab.ca/links.htm

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