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What is sleep apnoea?
Sleep apnoea is a common condition where your breathing repeatedly stops and starts while you sleep. The story mentions obstructive sleep apnoea, which happens when your throat muscles relax too much and block your airway. This can lead to disturbed sleep and other health issues, affecting 8 million people in the UK.
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