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- Sleep Apnea - What Is Sleep Apnea? - NHLBI, NIH
Obstructive sleep apnea, also called OSA, happens when your upper airway becomes blocked many times while you sleep The blockage can reduce or completely stop airflow This is the most common type of sleep apnea
- Obstructive Lung Diseases Branch - NHLBI, NIH
The Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Environment Program supports research on chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other diseases of the lung related to smoking or environmental exposures Research areas focus on the management of COPD and the pathogenic mechanisms of the development and progression of COPD
- Heterogeneity and Sex Differences in Obstructive Sleep Apnea . . .
The workshop, entitled “Heterogeneity and Sex Differences in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Personalized Approaches to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Implementation” is designed to explore the intricacies of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and the diverse aspects of its diagnosis and treatment
- NIH-funded study explains link to increased cardiovascular risks for . . .
Obstructive sleep apnea has long been associated with increased risk of cardiovascular issues, including heart attack, stroke, and death, but the findings from this study, partially supported by the National Institutes of Health and published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, show the mechanism mostly
- Take Action on COPD: Protect Your Lungs for Life Fact Sheet
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a serious condition, but you can take steps to prevent it or minimize its impact Learn about what you can do to keep your lungs healthy, what to discuss with your healthcare provider if you think you could have COPD, and how to manage symptoms if you’ve been diagnosed with COPD
- COPD - What Is COPD? - NHLBI, NIH
COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a condition caused by damage to the airways or other parts of the lung This damage leads to inflammation and other problems that block airflow and make it hard to breathe
- Sleep Apnea - Causes and Risk Factors - NHLBI, NIH
Many conditions can cause obstructive sleep apnea Some factors, such as unhealthy lifestyle habits, can be changed Other factors, such as age and family history, cannot be changed Age: Sleep apnea can occur at any age, but your risk increases as you get older As you age, fatty tissue can build up in your neck and tongue
- COPD - Causes and Risk Factors | NHLBI, NIH
The following may raise your risk of COPD: Smoking: This is the main risk factor for COPD Three out of four people who have COPD smoke or used to smoke
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