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Press Releases
Valley Sleep Center Now Offering Oral Appliances for Sleep Apnea Treatment
Oral appliances for sleep apnea repositions the jaw, so that the airway doesn’t collapse during sleep. While it does not work for everyone, Valley Sleep Center has the technology that allows us to predict who will likely benefit, prior to making the oral appliance.
Carrie Fisher’s Autopsy Reveals Sleep Apnea as a Cause of Death What Women Need to Know About the Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Carrie Fisher’s autopsy report was released this week revealing sleep apnea, along with a cocktail of various drugs, as a cause of her death. It was also noted that Fisher suffered from atherosclerotic heart disease.
While Fisher’s drug use has been the focus of news reports, the dangers of sleep apnea should not be discounted.
No Air Conditioning? Here’s Some Cool Technology to Help You Sleep on Hot Summer Nights
“Our bodies cool down naturally when it’s time for us to go to sleep,” says Lauri Leadley, Clinical Sleep Educator and President of Valley Sleep Center.
What Women Need to Know About the Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Follow These 4 Sleep Expert Tips to Avoid Daytime Sleepiness
One in three Americans are making a significant lifestyle choice that affects their long-term wellness and has a big impact on their relationships, work productivity, and every aspect of their lives. The solution to this epidemic is not found at the gym, the health food store, or in the number of candy bars consumed every day. The answer lies in your bedroom.
Media
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QUOTABLES: Mastering Sleep Hygiene: Essential Tips for Optimal Health
Struggling to sleep well? Sleep expert Lauri Leadley offers simple sleep hygiene tips to improve rest and enhance overall wellness.
QUOTABLES: Time to Replace Your Mattress?
Is your mattress doing its job? Sleep expert Lauri Leadley shares signs it’s time to replace it and simple maintenance tips to keep it supportive.
QUOTABLES: Unusual Signs You Need More Sleep
Lauri Leadley shares unusual signs you may need more sleep, from mood changes to sleep apnea, and advises starting with a sleep study.
QUOTABLES: Pulling an All-Nighter
I’m not a fan of “pushing” or forcing oneself to stay awake when the body is telling them to rest. The results will be there in the morning (of course!) But if you’re set on the idea of pulling an “all-nighter” you may consider this – dealing with the “other side” of...
QUOTABLES: Falling Asleep Quickly!
- Is it possible to fall asleep in 5 minutes? Sleep is so unique to everyone. There are many factors that impact sleep – positively and negatively. What’s important is the quality of sleep. Typically it takes 5-20 minutes to drift off. The key is staying asleep – so...
Media Appearances
Media Appearances
2021
November 13, 2021 – How to Nap Like A Pro (Discover Magazine)
November 12, 2021 – 5 Ways to Better Manage Anxiety—and Get Better Sleep in the Process (FitBit)
November 10, 2021 – Laying It Bare…Sleep Experts Reveal the Benefits of Sleeping Naked (My Panda Life)
November 8, 2021 – The One Thing This Sleep Doctor Is Gifting Everyone This Year (The Healthy)
November 1, 2021 – Do You Have Narcolepsy and Not Even Know It? (saatva: Sleep Enlightened)
October 27, 2021 – These Are the Best Sleeping Positions to Avoid Waking Up With Aches and Pains—or Worse, an Injury (Real Simple)
October 19, 2021 – Your Sleep Needs Change as You Age: Here’s What You Need to Know (Healthline)
September 23, 2021 – How to Transition Your Sleep Routine from Summer to Fall (FitBit)
September 13, 2021 – 9 Expert Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Rest While Traveling (Go World Travel)
September 3, 2021 – How Does Your Menstrual Cycle Affect Your Sleep? (SleepNumber)
August 6, 2021 – Largest Phoenix-Area Family-Owned Businesses (Phoenix Business Journal)
July 30, 2021 – What Is Revenge Bedtime Procrastination? (InStyle)
June 25, 2021 – Mattress Buying Mistakes To Watch Out For (Sleepare)
June 19, 2021 – Major Recall of CPAP Machines (Good Morning Arizona)
June 13, 2021 – Judgement with Ashleigh Banfield Arizona vs. Scott Falater (CourtTV)
May 19, 2021 – How To Improve Sleep Quality (AZ Big Media)
May 1, 2021 – What were the most significant moves you made to strengthen and grow your business over this past year? (InBusiness Phoenix)
April 16, 2021 – Flight Night? Sleep Tight (Business Traveler)
March 27, 2021 – Weird things That Happen In Your Sleep (MyFitnessPal)
March 18, 2021 – The Stuff COVID Dreams are Made of (Brain Injury Alliance Arizona)
March 12, 2021 – 7 Items you Need for Better Sleep (Nutritious Life)
March 3, 2021 – 3 Gadgets to Silence Snoring (The List)
February 26, 2021 – This Woman Is Going Viral On TikTok for Her Hilarious Sleepwalking Videos (Shape Magazine)
February 26, 2021 – This Woman Is Going Viral On TikTok for Her Hilarious Sleepwalking Videos (msn)
February 26, 2021 – This Woman Is Going Viral On TikTok for Her Hilarious Sleepwalking Videos (Yahoo! Life)
February 18, 2021 – How to Calm your Mind at Night (Nutritious Life)
February 17, 2021 – New Tongue Strengthening Device May Help People with Snoring Difficulties (Healthline)
January 1, 2021 – More People Are Having Trouble Sleeping. Arizona Researchers Are Trying To Understand The Role Of Insomnia During The Pandemic (KJZZ)
2020
2018
July 11, 2018 – The science of Napping – What is the Length of the Perfect Nap? (Fox10 Phoenix)
2017
July 27, 2017 – Losing Patients to High Deductible Insurance Plans? Third-Party Patient Financing Gives People with Sleep Disorders More Time to Pay (The Lending Club)
July 11th, 2017 – How Technology is Improving our Slumber (Fox10 Phoenix)
March 31, 2017 – Sleep Deprivation and the Student Brain (Cronkite News)
2016
February 18, 2016: – Sleeping on the Job? Some Employers want you to. (3TV Phoenix)
2015
November 5, 2015 – Sleep and Lack of It (Newsladies.net) (Teaser)
November 2, 2015 – Holidays Can Run You Down, Ruin Your Sleep (AZ Central.com)
October 5, 2015 – Most Everyone Experiences Insomnia at Times (AZ Central.com)
September 2, 2015 – Say No to These 3 Things for a Better Night’s Sleep(AZ Central.com)
July 22, 2015 – How to Get a Better Night’s Rest (Rachael Ray)
June 29, 2015 – How to Stay Cool and Sleep Better During the Summer(AZ Central.com)
June 5, 2015 – 5 Sleep Myths You Can Consider Busted (AZ Central.com)
April 24, 2015 – Short Naps Can Improve Performance (The Arizona Republic)
2014 and earlier
Dec 2, 2013 – Health Experts Warn of “Email Apnea” on Cyber Monday (CBS 5)
Nov 24, 2013 – ASU Spirit of Enterprise Winners Honored (Phoenix Business Journal)
Nov 21, 2013 – Overweight Truckers Should be Screened for Sleep Apnea (92.3 KTAR FM)
Aug 30, 2012 – Use Your 5 Senses to Get a Better Night’s Sleep (ABC 15 Phoenix)
Feb 16, 2012 – Introducing Our Top 25 Women in Business (Phoenix Business Journal
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