Kicking the Bear Out of the Bedroom

The National Sleep Foundation estimates that 80 million Americans snore routinely. Studies have shown that left untreated, loud snoring can shorten your life expectancy by ten years. Snoring is also the leading symptom for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) which affects an estimated 30 million Americans. Unfortunately, 90 % of people who suffer from this condition are currently undiagnosed. Left untreated, OSA can lead to high blood pressure, diabetes, dementia, stroke and even heart...
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The National Sleep Foundation estimates that 80 million Americans snore routinely. Studies have shown that left untreated, loud snoring can shorten your life expectancy by ten years. Snoring is also the leading symptom for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) which affects an estimated 30 million Americans. Unfortunately, 90 % of people who suffer from this condition are currently undiagnosed. Left untreated, OSA can lead to high blood pressure, diabetes, dementia, stroke and even heart attack. It can also negatively impact our relationships, careers, happiness, and our overall well-being. If you, or someone you know, is a loud snorer and may be suffering from OSA, you're about to become an expert. The easy to read information is presented from a patient's prospective. You'll experience the good, the bad, and the ugly of discovery, diagnosis, and treatment. You'll learn:1) What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea?2) How to identify if you or someone you know is at a High Risk for OSA. 3) Why does it go undiagnosed in so many?4) What are the Consequences of remaining untreated, both Medically and Financially?5) How to get a Diagnosis if you think you might be at risk 6) A Comprehensive list of Treatment Options7) Pregnant Women & why they're at Higher Risk8) Children and why they're often Misdiagnosed9) A lifetime of Consequences for Misdiagnosed Children 10) A resource guide for more answers I hope you enjoy the book, and learn enough, to make a difference in your own life or in someone you love.