The risk of motor vehicle accidents increases if OSA is not treated. 

The Obstructive Sleep Apnea Indicator Report contains current information gathered by field experts in conjunction with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This publication includes information related to OSA in adults including symptoms, risk factors, health outcomes, and long-term care management. The economic burden of OSA is outlined as well. The report ends with a forward-looking approach to managing sleep disorders. 

Citation: “Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) National Indicator Report.” Sleep Education, American Academy of Sleep Medicine, 4 Apr. 2023