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The undiagnosed condition that is making you have a bad night’s sleep

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People have been warned of a health concern that arises while we sleep that often goes undiagnosed.

Sleep apnoea is a common condition that causes breathing to be interrupted during sleep. As well as resulting in ongoing tiredness, if left untreated, it can potentially cause various health conditions, including heart diseases, diabetes and depression.

Sleep apnoea is a sleep disorder that causes repeated breathing interruptions during sleep. According to Asthma + Lung UK, obstructive sleep apnoea

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