"Home Tests Effectively Detect Sleep Apnea: Study"

Simple take-home tests for sleep apnea are just as good at diagnosing the breathing disorder as extensive overnight monitoring in a sleep laboratory, an Alberta study suggests.

The researchers hope their finding will help bring faster diagnosis and treatment for people with the condition, which can cause daytime drowsiness, boost the risk of motor vehicle accidents and, in severe cases, contribute to heart disease and stroke.

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