Summary: Sleep Specialists announced that its FDA-cleared device, Zzoma, for treating mild to moderate positional sleep apnea, is now available for ordering on Parachute Health, an online platform for medical equipment and supplies. This move aims to simplify and streamline the … [Read more...]
Varon Launches CPAP and BiPAP Devices for Sleep Apnea
Summary: Varon, previously known for oxygen concentrator solutions, has entered the CPAP and BiPAP market with its new Sunnygrand series. The series includes two models, the 20A CPAP and the 25S BiPAP, designed to offer multiple therapy modes. The devices aim to provide effective … [Read more...]
Sleep Apnea Ups Heart Disease Risk, Even in Those Under 40
Summary: A study by UT Southwestern Medical Center found that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in both young adults aged 20-40 and older adults. The research, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, … [Read more...]
EnsoData Acquisition Brings Mobile Sleep Apnea Screening to Homes
Summary: EnsoData has acquired Resonea’s sleep testing technology, enabling the use of smartphones for preliminary sleep apnea screening at home. This acquisition aims to enhance home sleep diagnostics by adding acoustic flow and microphone data channels, providing … [Read more...]
Could a Simple Blood Test Hold the Secret to Sleep Apnea Risk?
Summary: A study conducted by researchers at the Sleep Institute and Federal University of São Paulo found that blood levels of the amino acid homocysteine correlate with the development of obstructive sleep apnea. This simple blood test could help predict sleep apnea risk and … [Read more...]
Philips Recalls Sleep Apnea Ventilator Due to Alarm Failure
Summary: Philips Respironics has issued a recall for its OmniLab Advanced+ (OLA+) ventilators due to an alarm failure that can lead to therapy interruption or loss of ventilation. The recall involves updating usage instructions, applying software patches, or providing replacement … [Read more...]
Employer Toolkit for Sleep Apnea: Engaging Your Workforce
Summary: Gem Sleep, a virtual sleep apnea clinic, has launched an employer toolkit to help companies engage their workforce and raise awareness about obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The toolkit includes educational resources, engagement strategies, success stories, and streamlined … [Read more...]
Grant Boosts Development of Wearable Sleep Apnea Detector
Summary: West Virginia University researchers are refining at-home sleep apnea detection devices, funded by an NSF grant. These devices, worn on the wrist or fingertip, use AI to measure blood oxygen levels and provide early diagnosis. A five-year study showed that early … [Read more...]
Diabetes Drug Shows Potential as Sleep Apnea Treatment
Summary: New evidence published in the New England Journal of Medicine demonstrates that tirzepatide, a drug developed for diabetes, significantly reduces the severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in patients with obesity. Conducted by researchers at the University of … [Read more...]
Bariatric Surgery Slashes Heart, Death Risks in Sleep Apnea
Summary: A Cleveland Clinic study reveals that bariatric surgery significantly reduces the risks of major adverse cardiovascular events and death in patients with obesity and moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The MOSAIC study showed a 42% reduction in … [Read more...]