Philips Respironics has recalled some face masks used with CPAP and BiPap machines because they have magnetic headgear clips that can interfere with other medical devices. The recalled masks are the ...

Members of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s medical review board are due to address uncertainties connected to a voluntary recall of some continuous positive air pressure machines, ...

MORRISVILLE – As the world grapples with a shortage of ventilators during the coronavirus crisis, a group of physicians are advocating for a “bridging opton” that could potentially delay or remove the ...

As hospitals in New York City and beyond are facing a shortage of mechanical ventilators for COVID-19 patients in critical care, many are turning to readily available CPAP and BiPAP machines as a ...

It’s been just over a year since Randy Boyd was diagnosed with cancer. In July 2020, he felt a bruise on the left side of his neck and went to the doctor. A biopsy revealed it was throat cancer. “I ...

We are in the midst of a sleep crisis. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one-third of American adults do not get enough (seven or more hours each night) sleep ...

I don’t want to be intubated. That was my main thought a few weeks ago as I lay in bed at home, having trouble breathing and watching my pulse oximeter show that my blood oxygen was under 93% when it ...

"Our study contributes to understanding the role of CPAP therapy for cardiovascular risk prevention," said lead author Diego R. Mazzotti, who has a doctorate in psychobiology and is an assistant ...

The CPAP ventilation system is built around a simple electric fan and is intended to offset equipment shortages in low to middle income countries. The breathing device for COVID patients is based on ...