Is Sleep Apnea on the Rise? Understanding the Growing Concern

Sleep apnea, once considered a relatively obscure sleep disorder, has become a topic of growing public health concern—and for good reason. In recent years, sleep apnea diagnoses have surged, prompting researchers and healthcare providers to examine the underlying causes behind the rise. The data suggests that sleep apnea is not only being recognized more frequently but is also becoming more prevalent due to a variety of health and lifestyle trends.

First, a little background before a deeper dive into the reasons behind this increase.