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I've heard that a snoring habit can lead to a stroke. Is there any truth to this?
assistant
Yes, it is true that snoring can be an indicator of sleep apnea, which in turn may increase the risk for stroke. In fact, studies have shown that people who snore are twice as likely to have a stroke as those who do not. Additionally, research has found that treating sleep apnea with CPAP therapy reduces the risk of stroke by up to 40%. So yes, there is some truth to this!