Sleep Solutions, the pioneer and largest national service provider of home sleep tests for obstructive sleep apnea, has changed its name to NovaSom.
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Industry News
Nov
12
2010
Sleep Solutions renamed to NovaSom
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ResMed Corp. today released the new Mirage SoftGel nasal mask, the latest in its line of market-leading nasal interfaces for use in the treatment of sleep apnea.
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Jan
22
2010
New advanced bi-level system provides effective treatment of complicated sleep apnea patients
Royal Philips Electronics has released the BiPAP autoSV Advanced, its latest device for treating complicated sleep-disordered breathing patients.
The system is designed to effectively manage challenging sleep apnea cases.
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Jan
19
2010
Philips Respironics introduces CPAP nasal mask, the EasyLife nasal mask, with auto-seal technology
Philips Respironics has introduced the EasyLife nasal mask for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
The EasyLife is a nasal mask that is used to deliver positive airway pressure in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea for patients weighing more than 66 pounds.
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Royal Philips Electronics today showcased the next generation Philips Respironics Sleep Therapy System at Medtrade 2009, a conference and expo for the home medical equipment industry.
The arrival of the new product line brings advances in sleep apnea therapy, the manufacturer says, that will benefit millions of sleep apnea sufferers, as well as bring new solutions to healthcare providers trying to meet today’s healthcare challenges.
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Oct
5
2009
ResMed releases Mirage SoftGel nasal mask
ResMed Corp. has released the Mirage SoftGel nasal mask, the latest in its line of nasal interfaces for use in the treatment of sleep apnea. The SoftGel is designed to offer exceptional comfort and versatility for patients and healthcare providers.
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Sep
21
2009
Philips appoints executive for sleep business
Royal Philips Electronics has appointed Eoghan O’Lionaird to lead Philips Home Healthcare Solutions’ Sleep business as Senior Vice President and General Manager, effective immediately.
“We are delighted to have Eoghan [pronounced “Owen”] take over the reins of our sleep business,” says Don Spence, Chief Executive Officer, Philips Home Healthcare Solutions.
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Embla and Covidien have entered into a definitive agreement under which Embla will acquire Covidien’s Sleep Diagnostic business.
This includes the sleep diagnostic products sold under the Sandman brand name. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Completion of the sale is subject to customary closing conditions.
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Royal Philips Electronics today announced the introduction of the FitLife total face mask for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The mask, which covers the face from above the eyebrows to below the lower lip, is a solution for patients who have difficulty wearing conventional masks or who simply prefer a clear line of sight. The mask is being launched first in the U.S. and will be available globally in the third quarter of 2009.
Nasal bridge breakdown, facial irregularities, facial hair, dentures, and claustrophobia are challenges face when trying to successfully achieve compliance for effective therapy and comfort.
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