Why You’re Exhausted: Understanding and Managing Sleep Apnea in Later Life

If you’re waking up tired no matter how long you sleep, snoring loudly, or your partner keeps noticing that you stop breathing during the night, sleep apnea may be the reason. It’s one of the most common and most underdiagnosed conditions in older men — and left untreated, it significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, and cognitive decline. In this episode, we break down what sleep apnea actually is, why it becomes more prevalent with age, how it’s diagnosed, and what treatment options — from CPAP therapy to lifestyle changes — are most effective for men in their later years.