The Committee...

Janice Morgan When diagnosed as suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnoea, nearly two years ago, my first reaction was a negative one. I had reached a zombie like state that was not really living. After a few weeks of using my CPAP (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) machine, I felt as if my life had been given back to me. All my old enthusiasm returned, and I am now leading a full and normal life. I would not part with my ‘magic box’ for a sack full of gold. Shortly after diagnosis I joined the Welsh SAS and became a committee member. Finally, in June 2005 I was elected Chairman. I am proud to lead the Society in their tireless support of Dr Hack and the Gwent Sleep Centre. Our aim is help patients suffering from sleep disorders, to dispel their fears and to let them know they are not alone.

Sandra Newman I have suffered from sleep apnoea for three years now. I feel much better knowing what has been going on with me. It was hard to deal with it at first, but I have improved so much now thanks to all the help I had from Doctor Hack and Sister Richards. I now attend college learning how to make better use of my computer. I also love going to my caravan at Porthcawl where I can go walking along the sea front and just relax in the nice fresh air. Just because you suffered from this, it does not mean you cannot do things. I went to the USA on holiday all by myself and met my friends there - it was a wonderful experience.

Roger Paterson I have been diagnosed as suffering form Chronic Congestive Sleep Apneoa for around two years. The effect of using a CPAP machine has been dramatic, and I can honestly state that I feel much better having "proper" sleep. I have been involved in the Welsh Sleep Apneoa society since its inception, and am proud to serve the members as their Secretary.

Their Role in the Sleep group is to make the meetings run smoothly, to come up with ideas to help raise money for the group, but most importantly to be the figureheads along with Dr Hack, and Sister Richards to promote sleep and breathing disorders in South Wales, and help YOU in ANY way they can. Look at the helpline page for further details.