APSM Blog

man looking up stairs short of breath needing pulmonary rehabilitation
September 29, 2026
Wondering what pulmonary rehabilitation involves? Learn about supervised exercise, education, breathing techniques, and what to ask your care team.
sleep lab wires sleeping tech observe details
September 25, 2026
Nervous about a sleep study? Here's exactly what happens, wire by wire — from Athens Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine's sleep specialists.
man short of breath copd thinking about stairs
September 22, 2026
COPD often hides behind "just getting older." Learn the early warning signs and treatment options from Athens Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine.
sneezing, coughing wheezing, tissue, asthma, ragweed allergies
September 21, 2026
Fall ragweed season can worsen asthma and COPD. Learn when allergy symptoms need real evaluation from Athens Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine.
man waking up snoring and tired from untreated sleep apnea
September 16, 2026
Snoring through it isn't harmless. Learn the real risks of untreated sleep apnea — and how a simple sleep study can catch it early.
Person catching their breath after physical activity outdoors
September 7, 2026
Winded after Labor Day yard work or lifting a cooler? Learn when shortness of breath is normal fatigue — and when it's time to see a pulmonary specialist.
short of breath asthma wheezing lungs
September 4, 2026
"Shortness of breath isn't just 'being out of shape.' Learn the warning signs, common myths, and when to see a pulmonary specialist."
asthma breathing inhaler
September 3, 2026
"Asthma isn't a suggestion — it's a lung telling you it means business. Learn triggers, warning signs, and treatment options from our pulmonary specialists."
Patient sleeping comfortably through the night using CPAP therapy
August 31, 2026
Struggling with your CPAP machine? Get real talk (and a few laughs) on common CPAP problems—mask leaks, air pressure, dry mouth—and how to actually fix them.
Woman covering her ears in bed next to husband who is snoring loudly, illustrating symptoms of sleep
August 28, 2026
"Loud snoring could be sleep apnea, not just a bad night. Learn the symptoms, health risks, and treatment options from our pulmonary specialists."