Obstructive Sleep Apnea in New Zealand Adults: Prevalence and Risk Factors Among Māori and Non-Māori

Abstract

The national survey and the regional monitoring study indicate a higher prevalence of OSA among Māori and among men. The higher prevalence among Māori appears to be attributable to recognized risk factors, notably body habitus. In addition to increased prevention and treatment services, strategies are needed to reduce ethnic disparities in OSAS prevalence.