AWAKE: The Sleep Health Podcast

How does exposure to natural light in nature impact our sleep patterns and overall well-being? In this episode, Martin Moore-Ede, the Director of the Circadian Light Research Center, sheds light on the profound effects of natural and artificial light on our sleep patterns and well-being. Martin explores the impact of blue light, the benefits of controlled light exposure, and the connection between...

Raising awareness about the importance of sleep and how to achieve it is essential for everyone’s well-being. In this episode, Stacey Simon shares her invaluable insights on the importance of healthy sleep for children and adolescents, their challenges, and effective interventions that can make a difference. Stacey uncovers the transformative power of quality sleep and explores practical strategie...

Technology is reshaping the landscape of sleep health, offering new ways to monitor and improve sleep quality. In this episode, Brandon Ballinger, co-founder of Empirical Health, shares his journey from software engineer to healthcare innovator. Brandon discusses his involvement in developing technology to detect abnormal heart rhythms using devices like the Apple Watch and the significance of thi...

There is a complex relationship between interrupted sleep, coffee, and the risk of atrial fibrillation (AFib). In this episode, Dr. Greg Marcus discusses his studies on the relationship between sleep and various health issues, particularly sleep apnea and atrial fibrillation (AFib). Greg shares insights from his research on caffeine's impact on sleep, revealing that coffee consumption, especi...

Many individuals, especially women, face dismissal of their sleep issues by healthcare professionals, emphasizing the need for second opinions and proper diagnosis. In this episode, Sheryl Stillman shares her journey with severe obstructive sleep apnea. Sheryl discusses her struggles with sleep issues, initially dismissed as menopause-related by her primary care physician. Despite being prescribed...

In this episode, Deven McGraw explores the intersection of sleep and technology, unraveling the mysteries of sleep disorders like sleep apnea and the advances in treatment options. Deven discusses the urgency of integrating data from sleep technologies, such as CPAP machines and apps, into patient healthcare regimens. She unravels the importance of sleep health, the science of sleep, and the power...

Dive deep into sleep science with Dr. Sairam Parthasarathy, Professor of Medicine at the University of Arizona. This enlightening podcast episode will reveal the transformative power of quality sleep for optimal cardiovascular well-being. Join us as Dr. Sairam explores the intricate connections between sleep, societal disparities, and the lasting effects of COVID-19 on sleep health. Gain valuable...

In this episode, Larissa D'Andrea, Global Vice President of Impact at ResMed, delves into the crucial topic of sleep health, emphasizing its significance for overall well-being. Larissa explores sleep disorders like sleep apnea and disparities in accessing care, stressing the importance of amplifying patient voices. She highlights the necessity of inclusivity in medical technology development...

In today's long-awaited return after three years of absence, Gilles Frydman delves into the crucial importance of sleep health and its impact on our overall well-being - from understanding what sleep health encompasses to addressing sleep disorders like sleep apnea. This podcast is your bi-monthly rendezvous, dedicated to amplifying the voices that matter most and guiding you on your journey...

Today we're revisiting a fascinating conversation with Maureen Connelly, a registered nurse and Restless Leg Syndrome patient. Learn about her path to diagnosis, and treatments to get a quality night's sleep. This interview originally aired on February 9th, 2021. This episode includes a PSA by Theresa Shumard about the AWAKE Peer Mentor Program. For information on this program, please vi...

Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome (UARS) brings more focus on the function of the nasal passage in an individual. While UARS may share many of the same symptoms with obstructive sleep apnea, disturbed sleep and consequent daytime impairment, and excessive daytime sleepiness #EDS, the testing results and treatment options can be different. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcas...

 ASAA honors Bryan Chaney, who passed away in his sleep due to complications related to #OSA at the age of 25. His parents have joined our mission to raise awareness and provide education to help individuals and their families get the diagnosis and care they need.  #sleepapnea is a serious condition that should not be ignored. Getting a diagnosis and using your prescribed treatment can be a matter...

Today, the American sleep apnea Association's Justine Amdur sits down with a Delaware radio station to highlight some of the risk factors and warning signs of sleep apnea. She also discusses how sleephealth.org's AWAKE Peer Mentor Program can help new CPAP users adjust to treatment. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify o...

Is this the second wave, or still the first? Adam Amdur is joined by Dr. Sairam Parthasarathy, a doctor on the front lines of the COVID pandemic. They'll be discussing the successes and failures of the efforts, and some straight talk about what comes next. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts...

Our own Adam Amdur is joined by Anne Marie Morse, DO. Dr. Morse is a board-certified and fellowship-trained pediatric neurologist. Her clinical interests include sleep-wake disorders in neurologic disease, narcolepsy and hypersomnia disorders and neuroimmunology. This conversation was originally streamed live as part of our speaker series. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podc...

This Episode was recorded live as part of our Speaker Series. Five years after a debilitating stroke, Fredrick Key sat down for a nap...and never woke up. Ernestine Key joins Adam Amdur to discuss how sleep apnea has impacted her family. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, including our podcast...

Is this the second wave, or still the first? Adam Amdur is joined by Dr. Sairam Parthasarathy, a doctor on the front lines of the COVID pandemic. They'll be discussing the successes and failures of the efforts, and some straight talk about what comes next. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts...

Janet is a very active patient advocate in the Lung Cancer Community and also a Sleep Apnea Patient. She joins Marc Ostrick to discuss the overlapping needs of these communities and shares insight into how Patient Advocacy can be improved and expanded. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, includi...

Today, Dr. Azizi Seixas from NYU Langone Health (and Sleep Apnea Patient Advocate) discusses with the panel how COVID-19 is affecting at-risk, minority and under-served populations in NYC.  This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, including our podcast archive where every episode is available to stre...

Today Paul Blumstein sits down for an interview about how his struggles with snoring led to his sleep apnea diagnosis. This interview was originally recorded in 2018 for Sleeptember. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, including our podcast archive where every episode is available to stream righ...

Today Orthodontist Stacy Quo sits down for an interview about how orthodontic surgery relates to sleep apnea treatment. This interview was originally recorded in 2018 for Sleeptember. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, including our podcast archive where every episode is available to stream rig...

Today Roy Rada sits down for an interview about his atypical sleep apnea case, his battle with cancer, and his struggles with CPAP treatment. This interview was originally recorded in 2018. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, including our podcast archive where every episode is available to stre...

Today Paul Zuccarini sits down for an interview about his road to treatment for sleep apnea. This interview was originally recorded in 2018. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, including our podcast archive where every episode is available to stream right from your browser. AWAKE:The Sleep Apnea...

Today Celeste James sits down for an interview about her struggle to get the correct CPAP treatment she needed. This interview was originally recorded in 2019. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, including our podcast archive where every episode is available to stream right from your browser. AW...

Today San Juanita sits down for an interview about her life with undiagnosed sleep apnea and how her life has changed after treatment. This interview was originally recorded in 2019. This stream can be viewed on YouTube and Facebook The podcast is available thru Apple Podcasts , Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, including our podcast archive where every episode is available to stream righ...