Contrary to popular belief, sleep apnea patients come in all shapes and sizes, not all sleep apnea sufferers snore, many are not obese or even overweight, and not all of them are male. What many people with sleep apnea have in common however is the need for better and more affordable access to treatment including the accessories that go with CPAP machines. They need more research into better treatment methods for all sufferers, not just those who respond well to CPAP.
They also need better access to allied health services that provide support and assistance to new CPAP users and also to help manage the associated risks of sleep apnea eg; weight loss and ongoing weight maintenance. Posters to download and share. Permission is given to print them and use them in your business so long as the SDA logo is not removed or obscured.
What can you do to help raise awareness? These are just some ideas:. Help us spread the word! Visit your local doctor GP or sleep specialist , CPAP supplier or chemist if they have a sleep apnea section, many do now and tell them about the sleep apnea awareness day. Leave them with a poster and some of our resources contact us , we can send these to you.
Share the Sleep Apnea factsheets. Click here to go to our Factsheets page. Click here to find out how. What were your symptoms pre-diagnosis? Did you have a sleep study and what was it like? What is it like using a CPAP or other sleep apnea treatment device?
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Connect with us to get the most out of Sleep Awareness Week. All rights reserved. Always consult your doctor about your medical conditions. Use of the site is conditional upon your acceptance of our terms of use. If you know someone who suffers from Sleep Apnea or who should seek medical treatment or testing, share information about Sleeptember and Sleep Awareness Week with them. The A. Alert, Well, And Keeping Energetic Network is another supportive community for those with Sleep Apnea that offers resources and education free of charge.
Sleep Apnea can be challenging to navigate, both physically and mentally. Sleeptember, Sleep Awareness Week, and other efforts bring attention to this condition, educate the public, and encourage treatment. Daniela has researched and published over 60 articles covering topics that aim to inform and empower people living with Sleep Apnea. Skip to content. Even once the disease is diagnosed, the equipment and treatment necessary adds to the expense— CPAP devices can cost thousands of dollars.
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