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Tip of the Month: See Your Doctor for Persistent Sleepiness
Are you using your CPAP every night, all night, and still struggling
with daytime sleepiness? Make a visit to
your sleep doctor to discuss your persistent fatigue. While most people find relief with therapy, there are many who still wake up tired. There could be other issues contributing to
your sleepiness which may need to be addressed such as your sleep habits, other
sleep disorders, or other medical
conditions like depression that have not yet been diagnosed.
If you have any helpful tips that you would like to share with our readers, please email them to mhertel@ezcpap.com!
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 Are you interested in connecting with others with sleep apnea? Visit www.sleepguide.com, a forum of patients and sleep professionals. SleepGuide.com is a safe place to learn from others' experiences with PAP therapy and share your experiences too! The staff members of EZ CPAP are regular contributors to the forum as patients and professionals.
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Articles of Interest
Apnea and Alcohol Don't Mix
According to an article published by the National Sleep Foundation, a
study was conducted which showed that people with untreated obstructive sleep
apnea are more vulnerable to the effects of alcohol consumption when driving. For the complete article and a link to the
study abstract, click here.
 Sleep Apnea is Not Just for Men!
Most people think of an overweight, older man with a large neck when they think of a person diagnosed with obstructive
sleep apnea. However, people are
becoming more aware of the fact that sleep apnea can affect anyone, including women and
children. For more information on sleep
apnea in women click here. For more
information on sleep apnea in children, click here.
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Featured Product of the Month
New Full Face Mask from
Respironics
 Respironics has developed a new full face mask which they call the Full
Life. This mask features a more lightweight,
compact design for a full face mask.
There is an added chin support which aids in keeping the mouth closed
and keeping the mask in place with normal movements during sleep. Respironics eliminated the forehead support,
clearing the line of vision and removing a common pressure point. The cushion is very soft and pliable, but has
a secure fit at the bridge of the nose and on the face. For more information follow this link.
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