Star Sleep & Wellness Blog

If you’re a smoker, it’s easy to fixate on how your habit affects your body while being completely oblivious to how it affects those around you. Secondhand smoke has all sorts of negative side effects; not only is it smelly and harsh, but there has been research indicating that it can even lead to harmful health effects—which is very unfortunate given that in most instances, those who are exposed to secondhand smoke don’t have a say in the matter, like children! But among all of the issues that can result from frequent exposure to secondhand smoke, did you know that a heightened risk of obstructive sleep apnea in children is also a possibility? Continue reading below to learn a little more about how your smoking habit could end up causing your little one to struggle to get a good night’s rest.

Obstructive sleep apnea, also called OSA, is one of the most widespread types of sleep apnea, affecting an estimated 22 million Americans—and what’s worse is that several million more cases remain completely undiagnosed! The condition is characterized by blockage that occurs in a patient’s airway during sleep, which causes them to wake up and normalize their breathing at the cost of deep sleep. Part of why this condition is so prevalent is due to various misconceptions and misunderstandings about how it influences a person’s sleep. Here are a few myths about sleep apnea that have made their way around that you certainly don’t want to be fooled into believing.

Most people struggle to sleep every once in a while, but what if it’s becoming a more frequent problem? Sleep plays a vital role in maintaining good health and well-being throughout your life. Good sleep improves your brain performance and reduces your risk of many diseases and disorders.

We are happy to announce that we recently opened our doors at Star Sleep & Wellness in Irving! We are eager to help patients who struggle to get the sleep they need to thrive throughout the day. We can help patients with a wide range of popular sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, insomnia, and nocturia. Here are some things that you should know about our practice and why we stand out.