by makejoy | Sep 15, 2023 | Letters to Winston, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders, Sleep Disorders
Winston Yes, I am aware of the national TV ads for the hypoglossal nerve stimulator for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Earlier this year I prepared an information sheet on the subject. I will add it to this letter. It is a second line therapy and works for a limited sub...
by makejoy | Apr 7, 2023 | General, Letters to Winston, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders, Sleep Disorders
Dear Winston It is inspiring to learn of your interest in sleep apnea. I will be happy to do my best to simplify, clarify and muddy your understanding of the AHI. AHI stands for Apnea Hypopnea Index. It is the standard for defining the presence...
by makejoy | Mar 14, 2023 | Coronavirus, General, Letters to Winston
Winston July 3, 2020 Thank you for sharing your friend’s newspaper opinion piece on the current epidemic with me. Congratulations to her on her writing success. She is very emotional in her response, which is not unexpected for a non-medical...
by makejoy | Mar 14, 2023 | General, Letters to Winston, Professional
Winston Oct 29, 2022 Yes, I will try to answer your question. I understand your training has led you to believe that healthcare is a right. Why, you ask, did I pause before saying, “It’s not that simple. But if it were, the answer would have to...
by makejoy | Jun 6, 2022 | Professional, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders, Sleep Disorders
There are complex airway dynamics resulting in blockage of the upper airway producing Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Although complex, the process can be viewed in a general non-technical manner to help one understand the causes of obstructive sleep apnea. In...
by makejoy | May 25, 2022 | General, Professional, Sleep Apnea, Sleep Disorders
When we have medical problems, we all want to understand the ‘who’, ‘how’ and ‘why’ of the condition. Knowing may lead to changes or corrections that might fix and potentially remove the problem. Many professionals have invested their careers...
