How to get your kid to sleep
Notes from Dr. Norman Blumenstock: Kids can also have obstructive sleep apnea. PIPPA GARDNER FOR 7NEWS INVESTIGATIONSMarch 19, 2014, 7:39 pm Up to 30 per cent of children under the age of three will suffer some form of sleep disorder. Youngsters who do not get enough sleep can suffer from behavioural problems such mood swings and even depression. Tresillian is sleep bootcamp for tired parents and their kids. “Sleep is so important for a child’s brain development for growth, and to have good behaviour,” a sleep expert from Tresillian said. A common complaint from parents with kids who can’t sleep …
Snoring Isn’t Sexy Members Achieve Dental Sleep Medicine Facility Accreditation from the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
Notes from Dr. Norman Blumenstock:It’s been my honor to serve as the chairman of the Accreditation Committee for the last few years. Tequesta, FL (PRWEB) February 27, 2014 Snoring and obstructive sleep apnea can cause serious medical problems. Obstructive sleep apnea can increase the risk for heart attack, stroke, diabetes and other serious illnesses. Choosing a sleep-disorders dentist who is qualified to work with your physician is essential to your health or the health of a loved one. Many Snoring Isn’t Sexy dentists seek advanced education and accreditation through the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM). AADSM Dental Sleep Medicine Facility Accreditation is …
TWO SIGNIFICANT INDICATORS OF SLEEP APNEA- BMI and NECK CIRCUMFERENCE. Calculate them here:
Notes from Dr. Norman Blumenstock:Calculate your Sleep Apnea risks factors here: The Body Mass Index (BMI) appraisal is one of the most widely used tools to measure healthy body weight. This ratio of height to weight will help assess whether you are underweight, normal weight or overweight. The higher the BMI, the greater the risk of some diseases, including: Sleep Apnea, Stroke, High blood pressure, Coronary artery disease, Osteoarthritis, Some cancers, Diabetes type 2. Sleep Apnea awareness is “contagious”. As more and more people learn about SA, doctors are driven to get training and certification to be able to discover and treat this disease. Less than …
Husband’s Snoring Saves Entire Family From Raging Fire That Burnt House to the Ground; Family Happy to Be Alive
Notes from Dr. Norman Blumenstock: In a rare occasion snoring can be a good thing. BY LEONARDO BLAIR , CP REPORTER January 10, 2014|3:17 pm (PHOTO: SCREEN GRAB VIA KLTV) Bobby Hester. A father and husband from Chapel Hill, Texas, is now giving thanks for his terrible snoring problem because he believes it was the reason his whole family woke up in the nick of time shortly after midnight, just before a raging fire burnt their house to the ground. “I use a CPAP machine because I have sleep apnea and I guess I started snoring, and I woke my wife up,” explained …
Is it just Snoring or is it Sleep Apnea?
From Dr. Norman Blumenstock: Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea, and not everyone who has sleep apnea snores. Posted on December 25, 2013 Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea, and not everyone who has sleep apnea snores. So how do you tell the difference between normal snoring and a more serious case of sleep apnea? The biggest telltale sign is how you feel during the day. Normal snoring doesn’t interfere with the quality of your sleep as much as sleep apnea does, so you’re less likely to suffer from extreme fatigue and sleepiness during the day. Even if you …
FAA Rejects “Rulemaking” Process, Will Implement Strict OSA Screening
From Dr. Norman Blumenstock: Hopefully this will make the skies safer for air travel. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is reporting that the FAA will move forward with implementing mandatory screening and testing for obstructive sleep apnea, despite opposition from the pilot and aviation medical communities. During a webinar last week, the Federal Flight Surgeon said the FAA would require aviation medical examiners to calculate body mass index (BMI) for all pilots. Those with a BMI of 40 or greater would have to be screened and, if necessary, treated for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). “The AME may issue a …
FAA to Ground Obese Pilots Until Examined for OSA, Pilots Fight for Rulemaking
Notes from Dr. Norman Blumenstock: This may result in improved public safety in the air. Pilots fear that they can lose their livelihood if they can’t tolerated CPAP. Oral appliances may be the best solution for those pilots that have mild or moderate obstructive sleep apnea. Published on Tuesday, 26 November 2013 10:09 By Sree Roy Pilots with a body mass index greater than 40 and a neck circumference of 17 inches or more will soon have to be tested for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) before being allowed to fly, according to a bulletin issued by Federal Air Surgeon Fred Tilton, MD. …
Pilots Push Back on FAA Apnea Screening Policy
Notes from Dr. Norman Blumenstock: Should airline pilots get screened for obstructive sleep apnea? November 20, 2013 by agpubs The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is asking the Federal Aviation Administration to indefinitely suspend a new policy that would require some pilots to be screened and, if necessary, treated for obstructive sleep apnea before receiving a medical certificate. An article posted on the AOPA Web site reports that at first, the screening would apply to pilots with a body mass index (BMI) over 40. Over time, the FAA would lower theBMI requirement, compelling more pilots to be screened by a board-certified sleep specialist. The …
Americans are Popping Sleeping Pills in Record Numbers
Notes from Dr. Norman Blumenstock: The CDC report, based on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2005 to 2010), found that nearly nine million Americans take prescription sleeping pills in pursuit of good night’s rest. November 21, 2013 By Dr. Mercola The first-ever federal health study about sleeping pill usage suggests that sleep is growing ever more elusive for Americans.1 According to the latest information, between 50 and 70 million Americans suffer from sleep deprivation, with increasing numbers relying on prescription sleep aids.2 The CDC report, based on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2005 …
Spotlight on Sleep Apnea
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration recognizes untreated sleep apnea as a risk to the public health: Staying awake means staying alive. Sleep apnea is a major contributor to daytime drowsiness—a condition that could prove deadly for commercial truck drivers and everyone sharing the road with them. It is a condition where, during sleep, a narrowing or closure of the upper airway causes repeated sleep disturbances leading to poor sleep quality and excessive daytime sleepiness. Since excessive sleepiness can impact a driver’s ability to safely operate the commercial vehicle, it is important that drivers with sleep apnea are aware of …
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