How can sleep apnea affect my heart?
In people who suffer from sleep apnea, sleep goes from a restful, restorative state to a stressful physiological state that results in cardiovascular problems. Learn more from Scott Leibowitz, MD, FAASM, about sleep apnea and the heart.
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