When it comes to sleep and respiratory health, Australians deserve care that’s not only clinically excellent, but also transparent and independent. That’s where Centurion Healthcare and Sove CPAP Clinic come in—two trusted names working side by side, yet remaining independent in their missions. Their separation isn’t just about branding; it’s about integrity, choice, and ensuring patients have access to the very best care and products without compromise.
As we mark Women’s Health Week, it’s important to shine a light on a condition that is still too often overlooked in women: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is a sleep disorder where the airway repeatedly narrows or collapses during sleep, causing breathing pauses, fragmented rest, and drops in oxygen levels.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability worldwide, affecting around 69 million people every year. In Australia alone, an estimated 190,000–200,000 cases occur annually, with roughly 20,000 of these considered moderate to severe.
Last week marked Brain Injury Awareness Week, a timely reminder of the hidden challenges faced by the thousands of Australians living with a brain injury. Beyond the obvious physical and cognitive difficulties, one of the most frustrating and often overlooked consequences is insomnia.
When we think of stroke recovery, we often focus on regaining movement, speech, and independence. But one important piece of the puzzle is often overlooked: sleep. In fact, up to two-thirds of stroke survivors also experience obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)—a condition where the upper airway repeatedly narrows or collapses during sleep, leading to pauses in breathing.
A concussion is a form of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) that occurs when a blow to the head—or even to the body—transmits enough force to disrupt normal brain function. While many people expect symptoms like headache, dizziness, or memory problems, one of the most persistent and often overlooked consequences is fatigue. This exhaustion can be profound, interfering with work, relationships, and daily life long after the initial injury has healed.
Sleep is one of the body’s most powerful healing tools. It helps restore energy, regulate mood, and consolidate memory. But after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), many people find that sleep—something once taken for granted—becomes one of their biggest struggles. In fact, research suggests that nearly half of people who experience a TBI go on to develop a sleep disorder
We often talk about healthy eating and exercise in the workplace, but one area that’s just as important for wellbeing-and often overlooked-is sleep. Poor sleep doesn’t just leave people tired; it affects memory, focus, judgement, reaction times, and even mood. In fact, being moderately sleep deprived can impair performance as much as having a blood alcohol level of 0.05%.
When people think about sick days, they often picture the flu or an injury. But one of the biggest silent contributors is something many Australians live with every day: poor sleep.
