Health · 11 August 2026

New treatments including daily pill help 8 million UK sleep apnoea sufferers

Obstructive sleep apnoea affects 8 million individuals in the UK, causing throat muscles to relax and obstruct breathing during sleep. Over half of patients stop using effective CPAP machines due to discomfort or noise. Newer options include a daily pill, a stick-on patch, and nerve implants, with some already available on the NHS.

By BriefTea Editorial · 11 August 2026 at 8:12

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