The end of summer marked a milestone for Dr. Amador: her first journey to the Dominican Republic for a dental outreach mission. Even more meaningful, she shared the experience with her daughter, Lexie, a University of Florida College of Dentistry student who helped plan the trip alongside her professors. Truly, it was a summer of firsts.
Are you constantly battling daytime fatigue, even after a full night’s sleep? Do you find yourself nodding off during meetings or struggling to concentrate on simple tasks? While you might dismiss it as just being tired, these seemingly innocent symptoms could be warning signs of a serious, yet often undiagnosed, condition: sleep apnea. This isn’t just about snoring; it’s a disorder that can silently undermine your health, impacting everything from your heart to your mood. Read on to discover if sleep apnea is the hidden culprit behind your chronic tiredness and what you can do about it.