Have you ever found yourself laying in bed, wide awake at 2 am, with your mind racing? We know how frustrating that can be. Sleep plays a vital role in how you function throughout the day, and if you aren’t getting enough of it, you could be paying the price. Your inability to fall asleep or stay asleep could be for a number of reasons, but if you find yourself with a racing mind that won’t settle down when it’s time for bed, it may be caused by: Stress in your personal or professional life Caffeine or medication in your...

We all value the moment we get to crawl into bed after a long day to share pillow talk with our partners. But when you turn out the lights, you’re probably hoping to fall into a deep sleep that leaves you feeling refreshed the next day. So when your partner begins snoring loudly, you’re in for a rude awakening — quite literally! There are few things more frustrating than sleeping beside someone who snores all night long. While it may start as a minor nuisance, it often leads to frustration in a relationship. If your partner’s snoring keeps you awake...

There are few things more frustrating than getting a bad night’s sleep — especially when your wearable device lets you know about it as soon as you wake up. Many individuals rely on their smart trackers, such as Fitbits, for more than just step counting.  In recent years, Fitbit has introduced new technology that provides wearers with detailed insights into their sleeping patterns, helping pinpoint a deeper issue that needs to be resolved. While wearable technology makes tracking sleep possible, can a Fitbit track sleep apnea?  ApneaMed walks you through how Fitbits track sleep and if they can reliably diagnose...

Sleeping next to the person that you love can be a relaxing and restful experience unless, of course, your partner’s snoring and restlessness are keeping you awake as well. Many people that have sleep apnea have no idea that they have it until someone tells them that they might.  You may already be complaining about their snoring, which is one of the primary warning signs of sleep apnea, but it is hard to be positive that is the problem. Whatever the cause of their snoring, it may be time to talk to your partner about how you both can bet...

Winter months seem to last forever. With less sunlight and frigid temperatures, the days feel quite dreary and leave you feeling more tired than average — and if you’re suffering from sleep apnea, you can’t afford to feel more unrested. Not to mention, winter often brings on annoying head colds that never seem to go away! Winter months can wreak havoc on your sleeping, and over time can worsen your sleep apnea symptoms. Let’s take a look at how winter and the common cold impact sleep apnea and what you can do to alleviate the symptoms. Why Sleep Apnea Is...