Occupational Health Month: Sleep better, live better, work better.
Occupational Health Month
Sleep better, live better, work better.
Occupational Health & Sleep: Sleep Apnea Has No Place at Work!
For you, workers, during this "Occupational Health and Safety Month," the ASC Clinic is putting sleep on the agenda. Discover our services, resources, and tips to support people who have or think they have sleep apnea in order to assist them in their journey toward better sleep.
It’s YOUR month: what it is, and why it matters to you
Workers, October is the "National Occupational Health and Safety Month in Canada!" We often talk about hard hats and safety boots, but we forget the most important pillar of your job performance and safety: your sleep!
Symptoms or signs to spot (day/night) in workers in unionized and shift-work environments.
Does any of this sound familiar?
- Are you always on autopilot?
- Is your brain in slow motion, and do you lose focus or feel foggy?
- Do you have a short fuse and are you always angry or impatient?
- Does your head feel heavy, and do you have headaches first thing in the morning?
- Do you sleep standing up, yawn during the briefing, use your helmet as a pillow, or dream of taking a nap in your break?
- Do you sleep for 8 hours but wake up feeling even more tired
than when you went to bed? - Do you run on coffee and fall asleep in front of the TV by 7 p.m.?
- Do you snore like a chainsaw… or stop breathing?
- Has your doctor told you that your blood pressure is high?
- Is your neck much thicker than your coworkers'?
- And when it comes to the scale… let's just say you have a little more "material" than before.
- And can you no longer remember where you parked your truck?
Before adding a 5th cup of coffee, check your sleep! Is your sleep crap? What if it was Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)?
OSA cuts off the air to your brain. The result: you are foggy, impatient, and your energy is flat. Obstructive Sleep Apnea sabotages your focus and impacts your health, safety, productivity, and mood.
Is the union talking about mental health? That's where it starts!
Take back control of your nights!
The ASC Clinic is here to help you get your sleep back & give you your energy back!
In October, we’re being dead serious: Your sleep is your collective agreement: you have to defend it!
Let's lay our cards on the table: If you spend your day wondering which step of the job you forgot and making careless mistakes, if your mood is a roller coaster and you snore like a locomotive...
Watch out, this is not normal! Your night might not have signed the same contract as you.
Good news: It can be fixed! and we can renegotiate your sleep agreement. At La Clinique ASC, we help you take back control and we take care of you without any BS: We're fast and we explain everything straight up!
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No diagnosis yet? Already have your prescription? Perfect. Now what?
Do you think you have sleep apnea but you're not sure? At the ASC Clinic, we take care of it and quickly check what's ruining your nights:
✅ Immediate appointment booking for a free medical consultation, in the comfort of your home, by videoconference or by phone, as well as in the clinic by appointment.
✅ WatchPAT ONE sleep test, fast, simple and at home (yes, in your pajamas)
✅ Ultra-fast results in 24h
✅ Express diagnosis by a doctor in 72 h (yes, the day after your test) without waiting at the hospital
✚ Personalized follow-up by your sleep respiratory therapist from start to finish
✚ In October only, get $100 off the WatchPAT ONE Test with code: PCRS3℞
℞ Valid only with a prescription
A simple plan to get your energy back!
Don't wait to find out and get tested! Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition that should not be taken lightly, as it can have long-term health effects if left untreated. -
No treatment yet? Do you already have your prescription? Great! That’s where it really begins.
At the ASC Clinic, we get you started on the right CPAP treatment immediately without the hassle!
We offer you a customized plan to start your CPAP treatment without delay, quick access to a wide range of personalized respiratory therapy services as well as a variety of specialized products and FREE expert follow-up so you can be at your best:
✅ Free expert advice services
✅ 360° sleep respiratory therapy services - Free My CPAP Expert© with purchase
✅ CPAP starter kits
✅ CPAP machines
✅ CPAP masks that really fit
✅ CPAP accessories
✚ Personalized follow-up by your sleep respiratory therapist from start to finish
✚ In October only, get the Good night kit included free with purchase.
℞ Valid with prescription only
The result? More energy at work, more safety on the floor, and a better mood with your crew.
When you sleep better at night, you perform better during the day. It’s that simple!
We’re here in Montreal and Saint-Bruno. Come see us—we’ll take care of you! No-nonsense. Just a good night’s sleep delivered! Is your schedule too busy? We can even deliver your device to your home free of charge, provide a test and diagnosis, and set up your equipment.Don’t wait for a good night’s sleep! Sleep is essential for your health and well-being!
5 Quick Tips for a Great Quarter (To Tape in Your Locker)
Sleep, that's your Safety!
Here are some simple routines and straight rules so your body can keep up with the pace of your shifts:
1. Light is the Boss of your Brain
During the night shift : Aim for bright light (as bright as possible) to force your brain to stay alert. Don't dim the lights thinking it helps.
When you get home in the morning: Put on dark sunglasses (like ski or construction goggles). Block out the sun to convince your brain that it's still nighttime. It's your best defense for falling asleep quickly.
2. The "Unplug" Ritual
Cut out screen time: Absolutely avoid your phone, TV, or tablet 1 hour before trying to fall asleep. Screens tell your brain it's time to wake up.
"Fog" before bed: Take a warm or hot shower. When you get out, your body cools down, and this drop in temperature is a powerful signal that it's time to sleep.
3. Managing Caffeine (Avoiding the Fatal Crash)
Time is money : Stop drinking coffee (or energy drinks) at least 6 hours before the end of your shift.
Why? If you drink coffee right before going to sleep, it will disrupt the quality of your sleep and guarantee that you'll be twice as groggy when you wake up next. Drink water instead.
4. Micro-Dose & Hydration (To Stay Alert)
Move a little: Do 10 squats or walk for 5 minutes during your breaks. Movement = temporary alertness.
Hydrate yourself, not just with coffee: Dehydration is a #1 cause of fatigue. Keep a bottle of water close at hand.
5. The "Yes, But Just a Little" Rule (Rest):
If you've only got 4 hours: You're better off sleeping for 20 minutes (power nap alert) than fooling around for 4 hours in front of the TV and crashing for 2 hours.
Loud snoring is not normal:
Loud snoring is not normal: If your partner complains about your snoring or if you choke, don't put it off.
It is often the symptom most noticed by your partner.
It's not just noise, Snoring is caused by a partial obstruction of the airways -It cuts off your air and makes you dangerous at work. Take action immediately!
Are tricks no longer enough? Get your engine checked!
You're trying all these things and you're still sluggish? It might be a deeper issue. Take action: Take your quick sleep test. Your crew is counting on your alertness. So is your body. We're here to help you get your spark back, and we'll get it sorted out quickly and easily!
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Sleep test | Home sleep apnea test(HSAT)
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For you, the workers
The ASC Clinic is here to put sleep on the agenda!
The ASC Clinic is here to help you regain your energy and focus.
No more jackhammer snoring and morning-after fatigue! Unrefreshing sleep (often caused by Obstructive Sleep Apnea or OSA) makes you less alert, more irritable and, let's face it, less productive and even dangerous.
So say goodbye to fatigue and hello to good health. We offer quick tests, the CPAP equipment you need, and you'll work directly with a sleep respiratory therapist.
At the ASC Clinic, we remind you that sleeping well means working better!
Discover our services, resources, blogs and FAQs for workers at risk of sleep apnea.