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OSA is a serious disease!


Posted by Doug H. on May 16, 2000 at 11:00:57:

In Reply to: Re: Seriously . . . posted by Alan on May 16, 2000 at 07:07:40:

Untreated, you're at increased risk of heart attack and stroke. There's also evidence that you may be more prone to other problems. You're got a lot more to worry about than falling asleep at the wheel (although you should worry about that too).

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