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People over 70 who have abnormal breathing during sleep may be more likely to have a lower physical health-related quality of life and cognitive function, according to Australian research. The study looked at almost 1400 people aged over 70 who completed a sleep study to check for difficulty breathing during sleep - usually related to snoring. The authors found that more than 80 per cent of the over 70s had disordered breathing during sleep, with temporary reductions in oxygen levels and pauses in breathing. Those who experienced disordered breathing during sleep were more likely to have lower physical health-related quality of life and lower cognitive function.
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