Alliance of Sleep Apnea Partners

Obesity is a significant risk factor for sleep apnea. Excess weight, especially around the neck and upper airway, can narrow the breathing passage, making it more likely for the soft tissues to collapse during sleep, causing breathing pauses or apneas. Additionally, fat deposits can accumulate in the throat, further narrowing the airway and increasing the risk of collapse. Furthermore, obesity is often linked to chronic inflammation, which can contribute to airway inflammation and swelling, making it more susceptible to collapse. Learn more: ?? https://lnkd.in/gxZp_wCK

The Alliance of Sleep Apnea's Corporate Council offers industry partners the opportunity to develop a long-term relationship with the organization and build advocacy alliances. This membership also serves as a platform for discussing policy issues as well as other challenges and barriers related to patients' access to care. Thank you, Apnimed, Eli Lilly and Company, ResMed and Somnics, Inc. for your support and partnership! Learn more: ?? https://lnkd.in/err5PkwD

Watch the Philips Respironics recall series, part of our Breathing Room webinar program. Tune in: ?? https://lnkd.in/e4YTbxHw

"For those patients who were aware of the recall and knew that they had a recalled machine, the dilemma was stark: to continue treatment on a machine deemed potentially dangerous or to stop life-improving, and potentially life-saving, treatment." Learn more about the impact on patients with "The Philips Respironics Recall: Shaping Policy for Better Patient Outcomes" ?? https://lnkd.in/d7BKkPbi

Thank you to the Florida Association of Sleep Technologists (F.A.S.T) board members for inviting me to present at their annual conference in Orlando over the weekend! Such a wonderful opportunity to be able to educate their members on the need for advocating for sleep apnea patients and showcase the work that the Alliance of Sleep Apnea Partners is doing on behalf of those suffering from sleep apnea. This is the first time F.A.S.T members had an opportunity to hear from patient advocates. Emma Cooksey from Project Sleep was the other patient advocate to share her lived experience and advocacy journey. #OSA #patientadvocacy

Thank you to the Florida Association of Sleep Technologists (F.A.S.T) board members for inviting me to present at their annual conference in Orlando over the weekend! Such a wonderful opportunity to be able to educate their members on the need for advocating for sleep apnea patients and showcase the work that the Alliance of Sleep Apnea Partners is doing on behalf of those suffering from sleep apnea. This is the first time F.A.S.T members had an opportunity to hear from patient advocates. Emma Cooksey from Project Sleep was the other patient advocate to share her lived experience and advocacy journey. #OSA #patientadvocacy

I want to thank Julie Flygare, JD and Project Sleep for another fantastic fun experience at the Sleep Advocacy Forum in Washington DC last week! It was great to connect with other like minded advocates who all are committed to sleep advocacy. #patientadvocacy #sleepapnea Julie Flygare - President and CEO, Project Sleep Kevin Postol - President, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Eric Olson - President, American Academy of Sleep Medicine

ASAP's Executive Director, Monica Mallampalli, will be participating in the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's interactive two-day virtual workshop "Heterogeneity and Sex/Gender Differences in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Personalized Approaches to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Implementation," held from November 14-15, 2024. This workshop is an important event for professionals and individuals keen on gaining insight into the latest advancements and future directions in the diagnosis and management of OSA. Dr. Mallampalli's talk will be on November 14 and focuses on advocating for a personalized approach to sleep apnea care. Learn more & register by November 11: ?? https://lnkd.in/efgBwwcy

When her husband developed sleep apnea, Sue Roberts endured a lot of sleepless nights due to his snoring. In the year since he began oral appliance therapy, both Sue and her husband are finally getting their rest. Continue reading: ?? https://lnkd.in/eauEDNXq

You might be familiar with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) to treat OSA, but did you know there are other alternate treatments for OSA? Oral appliance therapy (OAT) is one such therapy, and it may be the right solution for you. Learn more with our new blog: ?? https://lnkd.in/epQUmhum