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CPAP Users Avoid Automated Cleaners. But Some Also Avoid Cleaning, Period.
New survey data indicate that CPAP users are heeding warnings about automated CPAP cleaning devices, yet struggle to fully disassemble and manually wash their equipment.
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F&P Launches New Nasal Mask
The new mask for obstructive sleep apnea focuses on ease of use, a stable seal, and quiet operation to support patient adherence to PAP therapy.
Resmed Launches Fabric-Wrapped Full Face Mask to Enhance CPAP Comfort
The newly released AirTouch F30i Comfort features a fabric cushion and frame designed to improve therapy adherence for patients with obstructive sleep apnea.
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CPAP May Attenuate Increased Risk of Parkinson’s for People with Sleep Apnea
In an electronic health records-based cohort study, OSA appeared to be an independent risk factor for the later development of Parkinson’s disease and could be modified by early treatment with CPAP.
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CPAP Lowers Cardiovascular Risk for Some OSA Patients, Increases Risk for Others, Finds Post-Hoc Analysis
The findings challenge the one-size-fits-all model for CPAP use in OSA patients with heart disease.
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FDA Updates Injury, Death Reports from Ventilator Inoperative Alarm-Related Recall
The recall involves correcting devices and does not involve removing them from where they are used or sold.
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CPAP Prescribing Trends Reveal Shifts Since the Philips Recall
New survey data provides insights into how physicians select which devices to prescribe.
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The Hidden Cost Burden for CPAP and Other Common DME
These hidden costs are often unrecognized and are not covered by Medicare or Medicaid, potentially discouraging use among financially strained patients.
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New CPAP Mask Entrant Now Available on 1800CPAP.com
The new arrival is a nasal pillows interface.
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CPAP Adherence Tied to Fewer Cardiovascular ER Visits, Hospitalizations
Large real-world study finds CPAP users had fewer costly heart-related emergencies.
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Sleep Specialist Formulates Skincare for CPAP Users
Neurologist-sleep specialist Meredith Broderick, MD, formulated a skin cleanser and moisturizer for CPAP users.
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CPAP.com Signals Growth Push With Appointment of Seasoned Sleep Exec as CEO
He succeeds co-founder Johnny Goodman, who will remain active on the board.
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The Health Economics Case for (Even a Little) CPAP
A new paper publishes the differences in the costs of Medicare claims for three cohorts: people who met the CPAP adherence threshold, people who started CPAP but did not meet the threshold, and those who did not try CPAP at all.
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Patient’s CPAP Mistake Linked to Deadly Infection
A 66-year-old patient with OSA died, prompting a CDC alert.
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CPAP Linked to Living Longer, Meta-Analysis Finds
Whether CPAP makes a difference in long-term outcomes for people with OSA has been hotly debated.
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With New Funds, Sleep Apnea Refurbishment Program to Eliminate Long Waits for Low-Income Prince Edward Islanders to Get CPAPs
The program aims to eliminate its wait list by the end of April 2025.
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Predictive Positive Airway Pressure Developer Recognized as ‘Innovative Business of the Year’
The 26th Annual Halifax Business Awards took place at the Halifax Convention Centre on January 23, where more than 700 attendees celebrated the finalists’ achievements.
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