Healthy Rounds 6-21-25

21/06/2025 45 min
Healthy Rounds 6-21-25

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Episode Synopsis

Dr. Alessi is joined by Dr. Asher R. Qureshi, a pulmonologist specializing in sleep disorders at Trinity Health of New England and the Director of Sleep Disorders at St. Francis Hospital. Together, they discuss a range of sleep related issues, with a focus on sleep apnea, available treatments and devices, and the importance of addressing symptoms such as excessive daytime somnolence. They also examine how daylight saving time can negatively impact sleep patterns. In addition, Dr. Alessi revisits a topic frequently discussed on the show, the so-called “Healthcare Apocalypse”, highlighting three major threats to humanity: infection, climate change, and nuclear disaster. He emphasizes the urgent need for public awareness and understanding of these critical healthcare challenges.