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How do new treatments work?

The story highlights new treatments for sleep apnoea, moving beyond traditional CPAP machines. These include a daily pill, a stick-on patch, and nerve implants. While the story doesn't detail their mechanisms, these innovations aim to tackle the problem of obstructed breathing in different ways, offering more comfortable and effective options for sufferers.

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