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It appears that some of the soundproofing foam built into the machine has the potential to break apart and release particles and unwanted gases into the airflow system. We have not received any scientific data or other information about the actual incidence of side effects except that: 1, there have been no reported deaths and 2, the self-reported rate of side effects is small, well less than 1%. Most concerning is that the gas released is reported to be a carcinogen, which means that there is a potential cancer risk particularly with long term exposure. The potential short term side effects could include nasal irritation, chest congestion, and headaches (please refer to the recall letter for more potential symptoms). Long term side effects including the potential of cancer are uncertain at this point. The company has reported that a fix will be released in the near future for which you will have to register and manage through your equipment company. In the meantime, we recommend the following for patients using devices involved with the recall (this will be all CPAP, Aflex, BiPAP devices manufactured by Phillips Respironics other than the new Dream Station 2): 1. If you are able to function reasonably well without CPAP, BiPAP, etc., then stop using the device until it can be fixed. Avoid sedating medicine, alcohol, and sleep aids if possible. Avoiding sleeping on your back and elevating your head of bed may be helpful to mitigate symptoms. 2. If you stop using your PAP device, then avoid high risk situations. This includes avoiding driving while sleepy and avoiding other situations where excessive sleepiness might be dangerous. 3. If you are in a high-risk occupation (e.g. drivers, pilots, heavy equipment operators) that requires a high level of alertness, then the risk of not using the PAP device may outweigh the small health risk associated with using the PAP device. It may be appropriate in this situation to continue PAP therapy, but you will have to make the decision based on your personal circumstances. 4. If you are on a Trilogy ventilator, have chronic respiratory failure requiring BiPAP, or are otherwise dependent on the PAP machine you should continue regular use at this point. 5. If you continue to use PAP, avoid using 3rd party cleaning systems such as the SoClean device. These ozone-based cleaning systems may accelerate the foam breakdown. SCHEDULE A VIRTUAL VISIT MAKE AN APPOINTMENT MAKE YOUR NEXT APPOINTMENT A VIRTUAL VISIT There are many reasons to prefer virtual visits, including convenience and safety. Schedule your next follow-up, consultation, or medication refill as a virtual visit. SCHEDULE VIRTUAL VISIT NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS COVID-19 Vaccine Jan 8 As the Coronavirus vaccine begins to become available in our area, we want to encourage you and your family to get the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available to you…. 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