© 2024 Boise State Public Radio
NPR in Idaho
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
Chad Daybell's murder trial has begun. Follow along here.

Idaho Sleep Apnea Patients Could Have A New Option For Help

Russ
/
Flickr Creative Commons

 

Millions of people suffer from severe sleep disorders, which can take a big toll on your health. There’s a new surgical procedure that is making a difference for people suffering from certain types of sleep apnea. 

Dr. Brian Affleck is an ear, nose, and throat Otolaryngologist with Saltzer Health, and is performing this new procedure. He joins Idaho Matters remotely today to talk more about it. 

Have a question or comment for the show? Tweet @KBSX915 using #IdahoMatters

Stay Connected
Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

You make stories like this possible.

The biggest portion of Boise State Public Radio's funding comes from readers like you who value fact-based journalism and trustworthy information.

Your donation today helps make our local reporting free for our entire community.