Are you tired when you wake up? Maybe you have sleep apnea

A new study suggests about one in five people in France may suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Mature Man With Sleep Apnea Wearing A CPAP Mask In Bed Sleeping Credit: grandriver/Getty Images

The condition is prevalent worldwide, and can increase the risk of other health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure.

Sleep apnea is relatively common, but only a small percentage of people with the condition have been diagnosed and receive help for it.

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