OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA
Are you at risk?
Sleeping is vital for our mental and physical health. But a Jurong Health study found that 1 in 3 Singaporeans may suffer from moderate to severe Sleep Apnea.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), the most common type of sleep apnea, is a condition where a person stops breathing multiple times while sleeping, as the upper airway collapses repeatedly and blocks the air passage. This condition interrupts sleep, disrupts oxygen flow, and stresses vital organs.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea, if untreated, may cause serious and potentially life-threatening complications, such as:
- Heart disease and heart failure
- Stroke and hypertension
- Diabetes
- Anxiety and depression
- Daytime sleepiness and fatigue that increase the risk of accidents
Self Assessment
* Scoring interpretation: Low Risk of OSA: 0 - 2 Yes response, Intermediate Risk of OSA: 3 - 4 Yes response, High Risk of OSA: ≥ 5 Yes Response