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Sleep disordered breathing (SDB) affects 30-40% of adults. In Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) the airway collapses and there is no/minimal air flow to lungs. OSA has also been linked with serious long term adverse health consequences such as high blood pressure, diabetes, impaired brain function and stroke. People with diabetes, obesity and hypertension have a 70% chance of significant obstructive sleep apnea. There are multiple sleep disorders that disturb sleep. Some common sleep issues include obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), insomnia, restless leg syndrome and narcolepsy. OSA is the most prevalent of these conditions affecting millions of people worldwide. People with diabetes, obesity and hypertension have a 70% chance of significant obstructive sleep apnea or other sleep disorder which disturbs their quality of life. However only about half will be diagnosed due to lack of awareness among doctors as well as self-reporting by individuals themselves who may not realize they have an is...