Sleep Apnea Could Raise Your Risk of Dying
According to new research by John Hopkins University, sleep apnea may put sufferers at a greater risk for chronic disease and death. During the study, which followed 6,400 men and women between the ages of 40 and 70 with the disorder for eight years, those with sever sleep apnea were 46% more likely to die earlier than those without the condition. Men with sleep apnea saw the risk of death nearly double and faced a much higher rate of cardiovascular disease. Those who had only mild apnea were not at greater risk of dying according to the research. These findings underline the need for treatment and prevention for the disorder which already places it’s sufferers at a greater risk for developing health problems. If you suspect you may have apnea you should discuss your symptoms with your doctor and seek treatment for the disorder.
August 29, 2009 at 10:29 pmRemy
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I think that people with mild sleep apnea can be in danger to die, too. Drowsy driving is one of the most common cause of car accidents and dying in patients with a sleep disorder, including sleep apnea.
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