Early CPAP Struggles Do Not Predict Treatment Failure
New research challenges the 90-day CPAP compliance policy.
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Machine Learning Model Predicts CPAP Impact on Cardiovascular Risk in OSA
Mount Sinai researchers developed an analytic tool that estimates individualized cardiovascular outcomes for obstructive sleep apnea patients using CPAP therapy.
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FDA Clears Different PAP Technology
The newly cleared PAP system with a proprietary algorithm will commercially launch in 2026.
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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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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Expiratory Positive Airway Pressure (EPAP) Comparison Guide
This guide compares EPAP devices on specifications including sizes, materials, warranty, payor coverage, cleaning instructions, and supporting studies.
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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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Immediate CPAP Therapy Linked to Reduced Parkinson’s Risk in People with Sleep Apnea
A preliminary study of veterans found that obstructive sleep apnea increases the risk of Parkinson’s disease, but early CPAP treatment—within two years of diagnosis—may help reduce that risk.
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ResMed Reports 10% Revenue Growth, Sees Wearables and GLP-1s Driving Future Demand
CEO sees “once-in-a-generation” opportunities in sleep-tracking wearables and GLP-1 therapies to drive patient flow.
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