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Sleep Apnea Pathfinders

David Bishop, LCSW, Certified Health Coach (CHC)

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Bringing awareness and information on sleep apnea so people can see the pathways to connect the dots with different signs and symptoms when it isn’t always clear. Sharing from his experiences from 15 years of being diagnosed with sleep apnea, David’s passion for research and talking to other patients comes through in this podcast. This podcast will cover a multitude of dimensions: discussing health conditions which show a high correlation; guests to share their experiences; and experts from ...
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In this episode, we discuss who else is podcasting about sleep apnea. Specifically, what patients are also trying to raise the awareness of sleep apnea. Are you one of those people who really love podcasts and can't get enough information about sleep apnea (I'm one of those people)? There are some patients who have great podcasts and we are becomin…
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I wanted to take a step back and thank all of the listeners of Sleep Apnea Pathfinders. This seasons episodes have been heard in 7 different countries and 37 cities in the U.S. It reminds me that sleep apnea is a worldwide issue and many of us are searching for information which is empowering and actionable. In this episode, I talk about some of th…
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Are you one of those who only think sleep apnea is something that only people who are overweight can develop? Well, sleep apnea can be found in people with all body types. I interview John Dortch, a thin person with sleep apnea. His body mass index is 24, which is normal weight for his height, according the a BMI calculator from the National Heart,…
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In this episode, David and Yvette discuss the three reasons why sleep apnea can go undiagnosed for years or even decades. Fatigue becomes normal to the individual due to their life circumstances Uneducated about sleep disorders and sleep hygiene You slowly become the person We are faced with managing fatigue within the context of what is happening …
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Have you ever experienced heart palpitations and were unsure if it warranted speaking to your doctor? Has your doctor placed you on statins for rising cholesterol based on a family history of heart disease? What does sleep apnea have to do with heart palpitations? The American Heart Association issued a statement in June 2021 that “between 40% and …
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In Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Kubacky, we discuss how fatigue is a hallmark of PCOS and how a host of other health issues are associated such as diabetes, high cholesterol, infertility, and hypothyroidism. We discuss how women tend to be diagnosed with mild sleep apnea and how some sleep physicians will recommend weight loss in place of using…
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This interview with Dr. Gretchen Kubacky, a health psychologist whose practice includes people with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. According to Womenshealth.gov, this a serious health condition that caused by a hormonal imbalance of the reproductive hormones. The imbalance creates problems in the ovaries. She shared so much beneficial information abo…
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Welcome Back to Season 2 of Sleep Apnea Pathfinders We are so excited to be back for a second season! There have been many things happening while we were on break. Covid-19 rates have risen in some parts of the country and Juanita, Co-Host of Sleep Apnea Pathfinders is taking a hiatus due to her role as a healthcare worker in sleep medicine. We sta…
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In this episode Juanita and David go over all of the highlights from each episode briefly. Listen in if you missed any episodes and want to go back. This episode also lets the listener hear how many topics we covered to show how much the social, physical, and emotional aspects of sleep apnea affect a person. We also hoped that our episodes help lis…
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In this episode, hosts of Sleep Apnea Pathfinders Podcast David and Juanita discuss 8 reasons someone may be afraid or overwhelmed with the idea of being diagnosed with sleep apnea. The reasons may vary and there may be many more reasons which cause someone to be stuck or put the process of being tested for sleep apnea. Those reasons are: 1. it doe…
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Have you ever wanted to ask a sleep technician why they need to watch you sleep during a sleep study? Well, David gets to ask Juanita that and more! This is part A of our discussion about in lab and home sleep studies. In this episode Juanita and David discuss a wide range of topic that most patients don't have an opportunity to ask their sleep hea…
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This is part B of our Episode 8 on Sleep Studies. If you haven't listen to Part A please go back and listen for some really great gems on sleep studies. Part B has juicy stuff too such as: What the heck are all those wires attached to us during an in lab sleep study Brainwaves which help determine stages of sleep Attachment by the eyes to determine…
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How many people are aware that symptoms of Sleep Apnea (SA) & depression overlap? There is a bidirectional nature between anxiety, depression, and SA. Most would be surprised to learn that there is a large percentage of people with SA who also have depression or anxiety. Our mental health is on a continuum and life’s challenges can tax our coping s…
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In episode 6, Juanita and David share a couple of areas people may benefit in taking earlier action around undiagnosed sleep apnea and developing heart conditions. Often times, when a person is experiencing a heart condition they are dealing with a variety of issues emotionally and physically. The fact that ischemic heart attacks have been the lead…
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What many people may not realize is sleep apnea may fly under the radar for years or even decades. There are two consequences which have a lasting effect on our quality of life. One consequence of undiagnosed sleep apnea, is relationships between bed partners can become strained due to repeated observations being ignored. The other consequence is m…
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Have you ever thought that signs and symptoms of sleep apnea are the same? Well, we discuss the difference between signs and symptoms in this episode. Signs are generally not observable, (with the exception of a few signs such as neck circumference) and the biggies are snoring, gasping and chocking. These unobservable signs, are often subject to co…
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Are you wondering if sleep apnea has any connection to our emotions, mood and mental health? The connection sleep apnea has with our emotions and mental health are not widely talked about. Juanita Crawford, a sleep health professional, and David Bishop, a patient talk about undiagnosed sleep apnea and how a number of hormones and neurotransmitters …
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This episode discusses the issue of sleep apnea and various serious health conditions. There has been many discussions and studies about whether sleep apnea contributed to the onset of specific serious health conditions. The research studies have identified a number of medical conditions which have a higher rate of occurrence for people with sleep …
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This episode discusses from a social lens, some of the key ingredients of sleep apnea. One thing that jumps out to other and maybe not the person for who it's happening, is that napping becomes a constant goal. The other event which most are unaware that could be an indication of a larger sleep disorder is micro-sleeping or micro naps where a perso…
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This is episode zero for Sleep Apnea Pathfinders by your hosts Juanita Crawford, a sleep health professional and David Bishop, a sleep apnea patient. Join us as we discuss this involved sleep disorder from two differing perspectives. There are many paths other patients and families are on when experiencing sleep apnea. The many paths that make up o…
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