Category Archives: Education Centre

Insurance Coverage Improving

January 16th, 2013   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, silencer-news, Uncategorized

Both in the United States and Canada insurance coverage for oral appliance therapy continues to improve.  Many extended medical plans within Canada provide coverage.  Our patients routinely are able to obtain coverage for the majority of the fees associated with Dr. Halstrom’s oral appliance The Silencer.  A very important point to consider when choosing an […]

OSA & Bipolar Disorder

September 9th, 2012   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, Uncategorized

Around half of overweight patients with bipolar I disorder (BD I) are at high risk for developing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), US study results suggest. Considering the substantial overlap between symptoms of OSA and symptoms of depression and the potentially harmful effects of sleep disruption in patients with mood disorders, a systematic screening to assess […]

50% of Women may have sleep apnea!

August 23rd, 2012   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, silencer-news, Uncategorized

(HealthDay News) – Half of adult women aged 20–70 years may have obstructive sleep apnea, which correlates with age, obesity, and hypertension. Karl A. Franklin, MD, PhD, from Umeå University in Sweden, and colleagues examined the frequency of sleep apnea among women in the general population using data from 400 women from a population-based random […]

Sleep Apnea & Dementia

August 15th, 2012   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, Uncategorized

A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association supported this conclusion. Kristine Yaffe, a professor of psychiatry at the University of California-San Francisco, led a study that recruited nearly 300 elderly women who were mentally and physically fit. The average age of the subjects in the study was 82. Each woman spent […]

Cancer & Sleep Apnea – Cruel Bedfellows!

July 19th, 2012   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, silencer-news, Uncategorized

Study links sleep apnea, risk of dying from cancer July 19, 2012 By Becca Milliron – For the Mirror , The Altoona Mirror Sleep apnea has been linked to cardiovascular disease along with other health issues. Recently a new study, by the National Sleep Foundation (NSF), has linked sleep apnea with the risk of dying […]

Dr. Halstrom Speaking At Gergen’s Orhtodontic Minneapolis Dental Meeting

June 21st, 2012   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, silencer-news, Uncategorized

Dr. Halstrom will be flying Friday to attend this exciting meeting.  Minneapolis Sleep Seminar

Evening Presentation – Snoring & Sleep Apnea

May 9th, 2012   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, silencer-news, Uncategorized

Treatment Options – Free Presentation Every Tuesday Evening Time: From 7:00 – 8:00 PM Location: Suite 507, 805 West Broadway, Vancouver Limited Seating Is Available. Call now to reserve your complimentary seat, or arrange for a free consultation. 604-876-8993 We will discuss snoring, sleep apnea, and current treatment options. Presentation Poster

Dr. Halstrom receives award.

January 28th, 2012   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, silencer-news, Uncategorized

Wayne received this prestigious award, an “Honorary Membership” the British Columbia Dental Associations highest honor. Video Link

Guru and the Great!

October 19th, 2011   |   Posted in: Dr. Halstrom News, Education Centre, silencer-news, Uncategorized

Dr. Halstrom to be treating famous Quarterback Joe Kapp.   Dr. Halstrom and his team are assisting Joe with therapy to throw a full blitz at his snoring and sleep apnea. Joseph Robert Kapp (born March 19, 1938 in Santa Fe, New Mexico) is a former professional American and Canadian football quarterback. He is also […]

SUMMER OF SLEEP

July 7th, 2011   |   Posted in: Education Centre

Dr. Halstrom Sleep Apnea and Snoring Clinics is pleased to partner with Thompson Rivers University’s Mobile Center for Respiratory Health and Sleep Science to bring you the Summer of Sleep -more info: www.snoremobile.com