Sleep Screening

Supporting Better Sleep for Better Health

Sleep Apnoea Screening at Flagstone Family Practice

A good night's sleep is essential for your physical and mental wellbeing. However, conditions such as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) can significantly affect your quality of life without you even realising it. Sleep apnoea causes repeated pauses in breathing during sleep, reducing oxygen levels and preventing restful sleep.

At Flagstone Family Practice, our experienced GPs provide comprehensive sleep apnoea screening, assessment, and ongoing management. Through early detection and personalised treatment, we help improve your sleep quality, reduce health risks, and support your long-term wellbeing.

Why Sleep Screening Is Important

Sleep apnoea is one of Australia's most common sleep disorders, yet many people remain undiagnosed.

Early screening can help:

• Identify sleep apnoea before complications develop.

• Improve sleep quality and daytime energy.

• Reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and high blood pressure.

• Improve concentration, mood, and overall quality of life.

• Reduce the risk of fatigue-related workplace and road accidents.

Common Signs of Sleep Apnoea

You may benefit from a sleep assessment if you experience:

• Loud snoring or choking during sleep

• Excessive daytime sleepiness

• Morning headaches or dry mouth

• Poor concentration or memory

• Difficult-to-control high blood pressure

• Mood changes, irritability, or depression

How We Screen for Sleep Apnoea

Our GPs use evidence-based assessment tools to evaluate your symptoms and overall health.

Assessment may include:

• STOP-BANG Questionnaire – Evaluates your risk of obstructive sleep apnoea.

• Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) – Measures daytime sleepiness.

• Comprehensive Medical Assessment – Reviews symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and risk factors.

• Sleep Study Referral – Home sleep studies or overnight polysomnography when clinically appropriate.

Treatment & Ongoing Support

If sleep apnoea is diagnosed, we provide personalised treatment plans that may include:

• Lifestyle and weight management advice

• Sleep hygiene recommendations

• CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) therapy

• Referral for oral appliance therapy where appropriate

• Referrals to sleep physicians and specialists

• Ongoing monitoring and follow-up care

Take the First Step Towards Better Sleep

Quality sleep is essential for your overall health. If you snore, feel tired during the day, or suspect you may have sleep apnoea, early assessment can make a significant difference.

Book a sleep screening appointment at Flagstone Family Practice and let our experienced team help you achieve healthier sleep and better wellbeing.

Take the First Step Towards Better Sleep

Quality sleep is essential for your overall health. If you snore, feel tired during the day, or suspect you may have sleep apnoea, early assessment can make a significant difference.

Book a sleep screening appointment at Flagstone Family Practice and let our experienced team help you achieve healthier sleep and better wellbeing.

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