Obstructive sleep apnea does not increase a person’s risk for developing cancer. That’s the conclusion of new research published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal.

Several previous studies indicated a possible association caused by low levels of oxygen in the blood, but the studies were small and the evidence was limited. This new work included more than 10,000 patients with the condition.

At the start of the study, 520 of them had cancer. In the follow-up period, 627 new cases were diagnosed, most commonly prostate, breast, colorectal and lung cancer.

After controlling for cancer risk factors, the researchers found no causal link between obstructive sleep apnea and overall development of cancer.

They say additional studies are needed to see whether there may be an independent association with specific types of cancer.
I’m Dr. Cindy Haines of HealthDay TV with news you can use for healthier living.

Fish Oil and Brain Power

Can fish oil help you retain enough brain cells to preserve one to two years of brain health in old age?

ADHD and Medication

Use of psychotropic drugs to treat ADHD and mood disorders in young children stabilizing, study finds.

Sedentary Behavior and Your Health

Women spend the majority of their waking hours engage in sedentary behavior, study finds.