CPAP Machines Might Protect You from Parkinson’s!

It’s the last Friday of Spring, and we hope you’re looking forward to the Summer weather – we certainly are! Just don’t remind Ben of how hot it can get; he’s trying not to think about it! Let’s keep him distracted by chatting about an interesting scientific study from over in the United States. Turns out there might be a link between leaving sleep apnea treated and developing Parkinson’s. The research shows the importance of healthy sleep habits and a good night’s sleep – researchers theorise that poor sleep hygiene could be linked to more than just this!

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