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New Location

We have moved to a new location. Our office is now located at 2741 Debarr Road, Suite C302, Anchorage, AK 99508.

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Insomnia More Common in COVID-19 Survivors

by: Elise Chahine, Sleep Foundation COVID-19 infection may have a large neurological and psychiatric impact on as many as one-third of its survivors. A study published by Lancet Psychiatry finds that insomnia may be one of the most common neurological and psychiatric outcomes from COVID-19. Researchers evaluated the electronic health records of TriNetX, a global health research […]

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Sleep Apnea: What it is, its risk factors, its health impacts, and how it can be treated

by: Eric Suni , Sleep Foundation Sleep apnea is a condition marked by abnormal breathing during sleep. People with sleep apnea have multiple extended pauses in breath when they sleep. These temporary breathing lapses cause lower-quality sleep and affect the body’s supply of oxygen, leading to potentially serious health consequences. Sleep apnea is one of […]

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Why 'beauty sleep' is real, according to doctors

by: Nicole Spector, NBC News A new survey found that well-rested people report having a brighter complexion, clearer skin and fewer wrinkles. “Are you okay? You look tired.” I can’t come close to counting how many times someone has said this to me, and no matter the empathetic tone in their voice, it’s never a […]

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Researchers look for ways to conquer sleep apnea

By: Carla K. Johnson Associated Press Every night without fail, Paul Blumstein straps on a mask that prevents him from repeatedly waking up, gasping for air. It’s been his routine since he was diagnosed with a condition called sleep apnea. While it helps, he doesn’t like wearing the mask. “It’s like an octopus has clung […]

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