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Free Publications
General
Get the Facts About Sleep Apnea (a brochure that describes the disorder and the consequences of untreated sleep apnea; it also includes the "Snore Score" to help people recognize sleep apnea)
Evaluation
Being Evaluated for Sleep Apnea (PDF version) (en Español)
(a piece that explains steps to take if you suspect you have sleep apnea and ways to find a doctor and a testing facility)
Having Your Child Evaluated for Obstuctive Sleep Apnea (PDF version)
Equipment and Treatment
Choosing a CPAP (PDF version)
Choosing a Mask and Headgear (PDF version)
CPAP Troubleshooting Guide (PDF version)
Treatment Options for Adults with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (PDF version)
When Things Go Wrong with CPAP (PDF version)
Sleep Pioneer Remembers the Early Days of CPAP (a reprint from Advance magazine)
Surgery
CPAP Use in a Hospital or Surgical Setting
Hospital Checklist for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients
Considering Surgery for OSA?
Considering Surgery for Snoring?
Sleep Apnea and Same-Day Surgery
Health Issues
Ask the Doctor: Why does sleep apnea sometimes lead to frequent urination at night?
Sleep Apnea and BMI: The Majority of OSA Patients Are Not Obese
Asthma and OSA (a reprint from Advance magazine)
Cutting-edge Issues in Dental Sleep Medicine (a reprint from Advance magazine)
OSA Can Complicate Anesthesia Delivery (a reprint from Advance magazine)
Insurance and Legal Issues
Ask the Lawyer: On Being Rated for Life and Health Insurance
Finding An Attorney
Resources for Employment Concerns an information sheet on sleep apnea and disability
Sleep Apnea and Driving
Children
OSA in Children (a reprint from Advance magazine)
Having Your Child Evaluated for Obstuctive Sleep Apnea (PDF version)
Personal Stories
Bill's Story
Bob's Story
George's Story
Howard's Story
Vicki's Story
Reprints of WAKE-UP CALL articles
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