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FAQs : The Sleep Unit at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

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Call us on 44 20 7078 3819. 60 Grove End Road, St. John's Wood, London NW8 9NH. How common is OSA? OSA is a relatively common condition that affects men more than women. In the UK, it is estimated that about 3.5 - 4% of men and 1.5 - 2% of women have OSA. The condition is most common in people aged 40 or over, although it can affect people of all ages, including children. Obesity is a major risk factor for OSA because excessive body fat can place strain on the muscles in the throat. Scottish Intercollegi...

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Meet the Team : The Sleep Unit at The Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth

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Call us on 44 20 7078 3819. 60 Grove End Road, St. John's Wood, London NW8 9NH. Lead Clinical Physiologist for the Sleep Studies Unit. Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth. Info for Medical Professionals. What is Sleep Apnoea? What is a Sleep Study? Take the Sleepiness Test. In the last audited year we had no MRSA infections. All profits support our Hospice.

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The Sleep Unit at The Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth

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Call us on 44 20 7078 3819. 60 Grove End Road, St. John's Wood, London NW8 9NH. The Sleep Unit at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth is one of the most innovative services in the UK - dedicated to solving patients' sleep problems. We truly understand how debilitating obstructive sleep apnoea is for patients. Staffed by some of the finest physiologists and consultants we offer expert care in a calm friendly environment with fast and accurate diagnosis using the latest state-of-the art equipment.

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Take the sleepiness test : The Sleep Unit at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

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Call us on 44 20 7078 3819. 60 Grove End Road, St. John's Wood, London NW8 9NH. The Epworth Sleepiness Scale (Daytime sleepiness scale) was devised to assess a person's likelihood to fall asleep during a common daily activity. How likely are you to doze off or fall asleep in the following situations, in contrast to just feeling tired? This refers to your usual way of life in the last few weeks. Use the following scale to choose the most appropriate number for each situation. 0 = Would never doze off.

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Infection Control : The Sleep Unit at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

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Call us on 44 20 7078 3819. 60 Grove End Road, St. John's Wood, London NW8 9NH. At the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth we are committed to ensuring that you receive the highest standards of care during your stay and this includes prevention and control of infection. Our aim is to keep you free from infection. Over the past years, the Hospital's infection rate has remained well below the national average and this is due to the high standards of care already in place. The Care Quality Commission is re...

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The Unit : The Sleep Unit at The Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth

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Call us on 44 20 7078 3819. 60 Grove End Road, St. John's Wood, London NW8 9NH. The new Sleep Unit offers a full diagnostic and treatment package to patients with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). You will be in experienced hands. Our medical team consists of a Consultant Physician in Sleep, Consultant Respiratory Physicians, Clinical Physiologists and are supported by respiratory physiotherapists and dieticians to offer lifestyle advice and planning to patients living with sleep disorders.

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What is sleep apnoea? : The Sleep Unit at the Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

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Call us on 44 20 7078 3819. 60 Grove End Road, St. John's Wood, London NW8 9NH. A person with OSA is often unaware that they are not getting a proper night's sleep as they usually have no memory of any episodes of breathlessness during the night. What is an Apnoea? During an apnoea, the muscles in the throat relax causing them to collapse resulting in a temporary partial or total blockage of the throat's airway. An apnoea usually lasts for at least 10 seconds. Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth.

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CPAP Clinics

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Call us on 44 20 7078 3819. 60 Grove End Road, St. John's Wood, London NW8 9NH. In March 2008, the government announced that Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) - is the most effective treatment for mild to moderate sleep apnoea. CPAP involves a person wearing a soft mask over the nose attached to a machine that raises and regulates the pressure of the air you breathe, preventing the airway from collapsing during sleep. Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth. Info for Medical Professionals.