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Sleep Apnea is more common than you may think, and understanding what it is, what symptoms to look for and what causes it is important for knowing what the next step is. Find all this out here!

There are many reasons why your doctor might request this test and knowing these reasons along with what to expect is beneficial to the process. In this blog, we'll explain what a PFT is, why someone might need one and how ARCN performs them.

While you get used to your new oxygen tank, it's important to keep these safety guidelines in mind at home and around others.

Learn about the effects that heat can have on those with long-term lung conditions, like COPD or asthma, and how they can stay safe in the summer heat.

We re here to help you learn more about common allergies and show you some steps towards making them better!

We want to keep you informed on how those with asthma can try to avoid COVID-19 and know what to do if they do end up getting sick.

These tips will help you get back on track to start sticking to your CPAP regimen.

Take a look at these top 5 causes of sleep apnea so you ll know if you might need a sleep test.

March your way to better health this month by joining us in celebrating National Nutrition Month.

There are specific things you can start today in order to make your lungs stay strong. Are you ready? Let s get started!

Never underestimate the power of a good night s sleep. Sleep deprivation is a serious health issue. If you or a loved one has difficulty sleeping, it s important to realize the impact it can have on their overall wellbeing.

Here are some simple tips you can start incorporating into your daily life today.

Indoor allergies can be just as vicious as the pesky spring pollen. Today we will tackle what you need to know to get through the winter allergy season.

If you re hoping to have a better year, make it this year s resolution to take care of yourself by practicing good sleep hygiene. Here are some things you can start doing to improve your sleep and have more energy in 2020!

Stay ahead of the weather this winter so you don t skip a beat with your sleep!

If you or a loved one has respiratory issues, it s important to realize the impact winter can have and how to handle the cold season s effects.

Enjoy your health now in November, so you can be even stronger in 2020!

Not only is orange the color of the season, but it also represents COPD. Join us as we recognize this disease and how it impacts thousands of lives every day.

Here we will discuss some precautions to take to ensure your oxygen is used correctly and safely.

Here we will talk about the dos and don ts of eating when you have sleep apnea.

If you live with asthma and are still in an area impacted by the wildfires, or are in a banned area, here are tips to help you!

Here are some helpful tips on how to prevent and cope with daytime sleepiness!

Alberta has a continental climate, which means that it s relatively dry with hot summers and extremely cold winters. While there are aspects of our climate that we love like the arid summers, it can pose a particular challenge to those of us with asthma.

Allergies impact more than 50 million Americans each year. This is why it s important to find an allergy medication that works for you. Learn all about them here!