Sleep Health & Apnea Education

Inspire Implant vs. CPAP: Is Surgery a Viable Alternative?

Split image: person sleeping with a CPAP mask on the left and a clinician explaining the Inspire hypoglossal nerve stimulator to a patient on the right

Many people with obstructive sleep apnea struggle with CPAP adherence. This article explores hypoglossal nerve stimulation with the Inspire implant as a surgical alternative, comparing outcomes, safety, candidacy, and costs. Read on for evidence-based guidance to help patients and clinicians…

  • 23 mins

Snoring vs. Sleep Apnea: How to Tell the Difference

Split scene of a bedroom: left side shows a person sleeping without a mask (snoring implied) and partner awake; right side shows a person sleeping comfortably with a well fitted CPAP mask beside a CPAP machine on a nightstand.

Many people snore occasionally, but loud snoring can also signal obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This article explains how to distinguish simple snoring from OSA, when to seek testing, and how to make CPAP therapy comfortable and effective with mask fitting,…

  • 26 mins

Can You Die from Sleep Apnea? The Reality Check

Middle-aged adult sleeping comfortably with a CPAP mask in a cozy bedroom, CPAP machine visible on bedside table

Untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) raises real health risks — from daytime accidents to increased cardiovascular events. This article explains how OSA can contribute to severe outcomes, reviews current evidence on mortality and CPAP benefits, and offers practical, comfort-focused strategies…

  • 19 mins