July News 2021

 
 

July 28, 2021

Survey highlights lack of awareness of sleep apnea, diagnostic options

Healio
According to a survey led by Itamar Medical, many respondents believe they know what sleep apnea is, but their understanding is superficial, with awareness lacking of the wider implications of sleep apnea.

 

July 26, 2021

CPAP Treatment Leads to Increase In Physical Activity

Sleep Review
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that treating obstructive sleep apnea with CPAP therapy increased self-reported physical activity in adults with a history of heart disease, according to Sleep Review Magazine.

 

July 20, 2021

Wearable Single-Sensor Home Sleep Test Launches—It’s Powered by Technology That’s FDA Cleared for Diagnosing Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Sleep Review
Vivos Therapeutics Inc, a medical technology company that markets custom oral appliances and protocols for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), just launched a home sleep apnea test called VivoScore, which is powered by SleepImage.

 

July 14, 2021

What Is a BiPAP Machine and What’s It Used For?

Healthline
You may have heard of CPAP and APAP machines, but there are also bilevel positive airway pressure (BPAP) machines. “BiPAP” is a trade name, while BPAP is the type of device. Healthline takes a closer look at what BPAP machines are, how they work, and what to expect if you use one.

 

July 7, 2021

FDA Issues Safety Communication About Philips Recall

Sleep Review
In light of last month’s CPAP recall by Philips, one of the largest makers of sleep apnea machines and ventilators, the FDA has issued a safety statement about the recalled products due to potential health risks.