Up to 10 million people in the UK may have obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), a condition where the throat walls relax and narrow during sleep, leading to interrupted breathing and daytime tiredness. The Epworth Sleepiness Scale questionnaire can help determine the severity of sleepiness, with a score of 11 or above suggesting a need to consult a GP. Further tests at a sleep clinic may be necessary to diagnose conditions like sleep apnoea, narcolepsy, or restless legs syndrome if excessive daytime sleepiness persists.
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Tsunami warnings lead to evacuations across the Pacific after sixth-strongest earthquake ever hits off Russia
A powerful 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck Russia's far east, triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific. Evacuations are underway in Japan's Hokkaido, with nearly two million people affected and waves expected to reach 10 feet, while Hawaii and China's eastern coast are also preparing for potential tsunami impacts. Want More Context? 🔎
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