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Balancing the Budget: Outsourcing Business Services

My company is now over a decade old and I still outsource several key functions. It isn't that I can't afford to keep them in house. It is just that outsourcing is the most financially responsible decision I can make. I outsource all sorts of support services. One company manages my IT needs. Another partner takes care of the payroll and remitting taxes. I even have a cleaning service that comes in at night, does the windows, and in general keeps everything spotless. If you think outsourcing might benefit your business, let's talk. I'll tell you what I outsource and why. From there, you can decide if my strategy would also work for you.

Getting Comfortable With Your CPAP: Masks, Nose Care, And Humidity Levels

22 March 2019
 Categories: Business, Blog

If you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea and you are now the owner of a CPAP machine, you may find the unit very uncomfortable. Sleeping with a mask on your face as it lightly blows air into your throat takes a little getting used to. Some people are fine using a nasal pillow mask, while others need a full face mask because they sleep with their mouth open. When you are struggling to use the mask you have, you can try used CPAP machine masks, like those found at repap.com, to see if you like other types. Purchasing a used mask will help keep costs down, as it can get expensive to get all the right items you need to be comfortable sleeping.

Nasal Pillow Vs. Whole Face Mask

Many people prefer the nasal pillow mask, which blows air in your nose that then travels down to your throat. Your CPAP machine will come with the ability to humidify the air, which is a big help when your nose or throat gets all dried out from treatment. If you find yourself falling asleep and your mouth falls open wearing a nasal pillow mask, the sound of the air rushing out of your mouth will wake you up. When you can't sleep with your mouth closed, a whole face mask will have to be tried.

When Your Nose Gets Chapped

Your nose can get chapped when you use a nasal pillow mask. You can try Vaseline to keep your nasal passages moisturized. Keep a second mask at home to alternate between the nasal pillow and full face mask to give your nose a break if necessary. Your CPAP machine can be filled with water, but make sure that you use distilled water to keep your air passages free from bacteria. 

Keep Your Masks Clean

When you have several CPAP masks, make sure that you keep your accessories clean. Wash and dry the connector tubes, pillows, and mask straps once a week to remove bacteria. If you get a cold, wash your CPAP mask more frequently. Alternate your masks if you aren't sure what is working well for you. See how you feel in the morning, and go with the mask that gives you the best night of sleep.

As a person diagnosed with sleep apnea, it's important to get used to using the equipment that will help you. Your CPAP machine is going to give you a better night of sleep, but you have to find the mask that works right for you.