What is sleep apnea?

We tend to associate workplace performance with factors like skills, technology, and strategy, but quality sleep plays a pivotal role in employee health and overall productivity. At Sleep First, the occupational health and safety program within Sleep Therapeutics, we believe that prioritizing sleep is the cornerstone of a thriving workplace culture.  Sleep deprivation doesn’t just…

  As we grind our way through busy days, a good night’s sleep can often take a backseat to every other thing we need to do.  But adults require at least 7-9 hours of sleep each night.  When we don’t get enough sleep, we open the door to health problems, ranging from being more susceptible…

  Today, let’s look into a frequently overlooked and misunderstood aspect of our well-being: the link between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and weight gain. While it’s simple to blame a few extra pounds on lifestyle factors such as work-life balance, stress, challenges in preparing nutritious meals, or limited time for exercise, we may overlook a…