Month: December 2011

Physical Activity Impacts Overall Quality of Sleep

People sleep significantly better and feel more alert during the day if they get at least 150 minutes of exercise a week, a new study concludes. A nationally representative sample of more than 2,600 men and women, ages 18-85, found that 150 min

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Fatigue Linked to Safety Problems Among EMS Workers

Fatigue and poor sleep quality, which affect many emergency medical services (EMS) workers, are linked to higher reported rates of injuries, medical errors, and safety-compromising behaviors, according to a study by University of Pittsburgh rese

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Reusable CPAP Mask Liner Increases Comfort

Constructed of a high-quality, cotton-based fabric, Quietus Liners help minimize compliance issues encountered by numerous CPAP users, according to the company. After being used for 3 to 7 nights, the liners can be laundered and reused. Quietus

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CMS Sets Timetable for Round 2 Competitive Bidding

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled operational details for the next stage in a program that sets new, lower payment rates for certain medical devices and supplies including CPAP equipment. CMS also launched an educati

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