Untreated sleep apnea can stress your heart, raise your blood pressure, and worsen your mood. You might have trouble thinking clearly because you’re not getting the deep sleep you need. And your snores or gasps for air at night may disturb loved ones. But there are...

If someone in your bedroom snores, there’s no ignoring it. Snoring can be irritating to loved ones trying to get some sleep. But it can also be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, a potentially serious condition that causes repeated pauses in breathing during the...

A lot of snorers only decide to do something about their snoring, when a disgruntled bed partner puts the foot down and insists on tackling the matter. Edel Hurley, practice manager at the Beacon Dental Clinic, says traditionally, the other main push factor is when...

Let’s have an honest conversation about snoring. Snoring can be that night time menace that people complain about but all too many accept as a fact of life. Maybe you’ve gotten complaints from people over the years and feel you’re doing the best you can. Or, perhaps,...

What is Sleep Apnoea? Sleep Apnoea is a sleeping disorder that you might not even realise you are suffering from, usually your partner will be more aware of it than you are. The problem itself is a disrupted breathing pattern during sleep caused by a closing of the...

Sleep is an essential function that allows your body and mind to recharge, leaving you refreshed and alert when you wake up. Healthy sleep also helps the body remain healthy and stave off diseases. Without enough sleep, the brain cannot function properly. This...

Snoring has been the bane of many a couples’ lives inside the bedroom but thunderous, sleep-shattering noises could have an unexpected but simple cause: your tongue. Researchers have found that some people’s snoring habits are actually down to — wait for it — having a...