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Discover your favourite SleepTalk articles in a new and interactive blog! Find tips on CPAP therapy and travel, hygiene, lifestyle and more
April 2, 2019 - CPAP therapy tips
Food and OSA: How diet affects your sleep apnea
Sleep, much like eating, is an essential part of life. Poor sleep can influence food choices and trigger cravings. We know that sleep can affect our food choices, but can our food choices impact our quality of sleep?
April 2, 2019 - Facts about sleep
Canada’s new food guide might help you sleep better
Pack on the fruits and veggies - Canada’s new Food Guide encourages Canadians on what to eat, which foods to avoid and the importance of cooking and preparing foods at home.
April 1, 2019 - CPAP therapy tips
Need More CPAP Comfort? Try These CPAP Accessories
Spring pollen, dust and allergens are just around the corner. Let's face it - the more comfortable your CPAP treatment is, the easier it is to use. Replacing masks and filters and routine cleaning are necessary, but there are many other CPAP comfort accessories that can contribute to a better overall CPAP experience.
February 27, 2019 - In the spotlight
The best CPAP masks of 2019 from ResMed, Respironics and F&P
Your CPAP mask can often be the difference between great and poor sleep. It is so important for your mask to be well-fitted and comfortable, to meet your needs and treat your sleep apnea. Choosing a mask that’s right for you out of so many different masks and manufacturers can make the choice both confusing and overwhelming. To help you out, our team of clinical experts has researched the masks to look out for in 2019.
February 25, 2019 - Facts about sleep
How Smoking Affects Sleep Apnea and CPAP Use
It’s no secret that smoking can have a serious impact on your health, but the consequences can be worse for those who smoke and have sleep apnea. If you do, or know someone who does, you’ve probably wondered how smoking affects sleep apnea and overall sleep.
February 25, 2019 - Facts about sleep
Prepare to Lose 1 Hour of Sleep on Sunday March 10th!
The debate is alive around whether Daylight Savings Time actually benefits society. Some have called to end it, citing it causes sleep disruption and really serves little purpose. But whether you are pro or against daylight savings time, here are some fun facts about it.
January 23, 2019 - Facts about sleep
CPAP Diet: The link between CPAP and weight loss
If you are wondering whether using a CPAP can help you lose weight, then you are not alone. The link between sleeping well and weight loss has long captivated both sleep professionals and CPAP users.
January 23, 2019 - Stories from our clients
CPAP after getting diagnosed with a heart condition
“There are many events in a lifetime that can make dramatic changes in our lives.” A client struggling with the diagnosis of a heart condition has had their life turned around after starting CPAP therapy.
January 23, 2019 - In the spotlight
AirFit F30: New Full Face Mask from ResMed
With a minimal-contact mask like AirFit F30, you’ll experience fewer facial marks than you would with a traditional full face mask. Its Ultra Compact cushion is designed to seal securely under the nose to prevent top-of-the-nose soreness/irritation/red marks.
December 19, 2018 - Facts about sleep
CPAP to boost your immune system
Use your CPAP, avoid the flu It’s a beautiful Christmas morning but oh no, you’ve got the sniffles! Nobody likes the flu, and the end of December is typically when the flu invades Canada with coughs, sneezes and sick days of plenty. So how can you protect yourself from flu and other respiratory viruses?
December 18, 2018 - Caring for CPAP products
When to clean CPAP equipment
“How often should I clean my CPAP equipment?" We get asked this all the time and for good reason: regularly cleaning your CPAP mask and tubing is hygienic and helps your equipment last longer.
December 18, 2018 - CPAP therapy tips
CPAP during power outage
Winter is coming, eh? Be CPAP ready for it!
