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The saying “quality over quantity” applies in a wide range of circumstances — and it is also partially true when it comes to getting a good night’s rest. While adults need to get seven to nine hours of sleep each night (quantity), the quality of that sleep ultimately has a bigger impact than the total [...]

For those who suffer from sleep apnea, using a CPAP machine is essential for getting a good night’s sleep. But while a CPAP machine can help you avoid the interruptions to rest caused by sleep apnea, it doesn’t necessarily help you fall asleep faster.Many people still struggle to fall asleep as quickly as they would [...]

For many people, wearing a CPAP mask at night is a bit of an adjustment. You may not be used to the feel of the mask against your face, and this can make it harder to fall asleep — the exact opposite of what you want to happen when sleep apnea already wakes you up [...]

Getting quality sleep is important in any profession — but in the military, where the ability to think clearly and act decisively can literally have life or death consequences, it is vital. Unfortunately, many military service members suffer from obstructive sleep apnea and other sleep disorders that keep them from getting the quality rest they [...]

Anyone who has ever lost hours of sleep consoling a crying child knows that when your kids don’t sleep well, everybody is unhappy. However, poor sleep isn’t just something that affects newborns.While sleep apnea is generally thought of as a condition that affects older individuals, children are also susceptible to this sleep disorder. Though it [...]

When it comes to managing obstructive sleep apnea, your CPAP mask may ultimately be just as important as the CPAP machine itself. A quality mask should fit comfortably and ensure that you get a steady supply of air throughout the night.If your mask is a poor fit, however, you could experience air leaks and other [...]