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...]
MADs Comparable to CPAP for Reducing Blood Pressure
Summary: A analyze unveiled that a mandibular development product (MAD) is as successful as CPAP in reducing blood tension for patients with obstructive sleep apnea and hypertension. Executed in Singapore and introduced at the American Faculty of Cardiology’s Once-a-year … [Read more...]
Blood Test Detects 24-Hour Sleep Deprivation
A blood test that can accurately detect when someone has not slept for 24 hours has been developed at the University of Birmingham and Monash University. This level of sleep deprivation increases the risk of serious injury or fatality in safety-critical situations. The biomarker … [Read more...]