Did you know that an estimated 1 out of every 4 adults in the U.S. has sleep apnea? You probably associate this common condition with snoring and restless nights, but there’s much more at stake! In fact, sleep apnea in Bartlesville contributes to high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, obesity, and heart attacks. Some doctors have said that sleep apnea triples a person’s risk of early death. Thankfully, there are simple, non-invasive treatments that reduce all of these risks, but the first step is recognizing the signs and symptoms. Since Sleep Apnea Awareness Week is this month from March 10th through March 16th, it’s the perfect time to get information that just might save your life!
