[nagdu] NAGDU project?

Tue Aug 18 01:29:46 UTC 2009

Dear Dan and All,
    CPAP stand for Continuous Positive Airway Pressure. A CPAP machine 
delivers air under a specific pressure to keep one's airway open, allowing 
the subject to breathe without snoring and without obstructing the 
airway,which can cause low O2 levels and fatigue. It sure has made a 
difference in my energy level since I began using one. It has also made a 
difference in my wife's energy level, as she is able to sleep through the 
night! (smile)

Fraternally yours,
Marion

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Wayne Merritt" <wcmerritt at gmail.com>
To: "NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users" 
<nagdu at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 5:25 PM
Subject: Re: [nagdu] NAGDU project?

I forget what it actually stands for, but basically it's a machine to
help you breathe at night. It's mainly for those that have moderate to
severe sleep apnea where they may stop breathing one or more times per
night. A sleep study can test for this and see if you're a good
candidate. There are other options too, but the CPAP machine is the
most common and usually the first one chosen. Though it doesn't cure
the problem, it definitely helps. My sleep quality and my over all
feeling through the day have dramatically increased since I started
using mine about a month ago.

Wayne

On 8/17/09, Dan Weiner <dcwein at dcwein.cnc.net> wrote:
> Hi, guys.
> Wayne, what is a CPAP machine?
>
> Cordially,
>
> Dan W. and  the Carter Dog
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
> Of Wayne Merritt
> Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 4:16 PM
> To: NAGDU Mailing List,the National Association of Guide Dog Users
> Subject: Re: [nagdu] NAGDU project?
>
> I called Continental before my Florida trip to ask about just this issue, 
> of
> the carry on verses the CPAP machine. According to the agent I talked 
> with,
> even if I had the CPAP machine as a carry on, it would not be counted as
> such. Fortunately, I was able to put it in my luggage, but it's nice to 
> know
> that this was the case. In this instance, I could have had two additional
> bags aside from the CPAP machine, since the machine didn't count as a 
> carry
> on item.
>
> I too like the idea of a card to show airline personnel and others 
> regarding
> service dog rights. An observation though: we might watch the wording of
> service dog verses guide dog. I mention this because in recent months, 
> more
> articles and coverage has come out regarding actual service dogs, such as
> dogs for war vets with psychological disorders. Perhaps not a big issue, 
> but
> if those with service dogs continue to advocate for themselves, I can see
> how someone might get confused regarding guide and service dogs. Great 
> idea
> though. I'd certainly buy/get lots for when I fly, grin.
>
> Wayne
>
> On 8/17/09, Michael Hingson <info at michaelhingson.com> wrote:
>> Hi,
>>
>> I have never had success getting them to waive my CPAP.  Sorry.
>>
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>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>> Behalf Of Marion & Martin
>> Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 8:57 AM
>> To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users
>> Subject: Re: [nagdu] NAGDU project?
>>
>> Mike,
>>     Do you know if there are any waivers for medical equipment? I need
>> to carry my CPAP when I travel and it takes up a lot of room and adds
>> to the weight of the baggage.
>>
>> fraternally,
>> Marion
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Michael Hingson" <mhingson at sbcglobal.net>
>> To: "'NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users'"
>> <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 10:19 AM
>> Subject: Re: [nagdu] NAGDU project?
>>
>>
>> Liz,
>>
>> There is no rule about whether airlines will charge for baggage if you
>> have food and service animal related goods inside.  When I have told
>> the airlines that my luggage is heavier due to such things they have
> dropped the charges.
>>
>> The Michael Hingson Group
>> "Speaking with Vision"
>> Michael Hingson, President
>> (415) 827-4084
>> info at michaelhingson.com
>> www.michaelhingson.com
>>
>>
>> for info on the new KNFB Reader Mobile, visit:
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>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>> Behalf Of Elizabeth Campbell
>> Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 6:02 AM
>> To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users
>> Subject: Re: [nagdu] NAGDU project?
>>
>> Hi Marion,
>>
>> Sorry, I've been gone and am catching up on mail.
>>
>> I think having the cards is a great idea.
>>
>> Also, I heard that if we have items in our luggage pertaining to our
>> service
>>
>> animals, such as grooming equipment, food and so forth, that we should
>> not pay the fees to check bags.
>>
>> Does anyone know if it is true?
>>
>> Thanks and take care all.
>>
>> Now, getting ready to head to New Jersey for the Seeing Eye reunion.
>>
>> Liz and Gabe
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "Marion & Martin" <swampfox1833 at verizon.net>
>> To: "NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users"
>> <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
>> Sent: Monday, August 17, 2009 5:34 AM
>> Subject: Re: [nagdu] NAGDU project?
>>
>>
>>> Angie and Listers,
>>>    As for the size of the card, perhaps, since this is only something
>>> you would carry with you when you were flying, it could be something
>>> larger than a wallet-sized card. Most likely, especially due to the
>>> way airlines are charging for baggage, we would be carrying on a bag
>>> and it could go in
>>
>>> there. As to availability, I think we should get them out as widely
>>> as possible to anyone and everyone who wants one. It's great marketing!
>>>
>>> Fraternally,
>>> Marion
>>>
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: "Angie Matney" <angie.matney at gmail.com>
>>> To: "'NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users'"
>>> <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
>>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 5:17 PM
>>> Subject: Re: [nagdu] NAGDU project?
>>>
>>>
>>>> Personally, I'd vote that we make them widely available. I don't
>>>> know how much it would cost to produce, so we might need to charge
>>>> nonmembers a fee to cover expenses. But it would be a great PR thing
>>>> for NAGDU.
>>>>
>>>> Angie
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
>>>> Behalf Of d m gina
>>>> Sent: Sunday, August 16, 2009 4:25 PM
>>>> To: nagdu at nfbnet.org
>>>> Subject: Re: [nagdu] NAGDU project?
>>>>
>>>> Yes,
>>>> Just keep the card able to put in a card slot.
>>>> Now it needs to be decided if all get a card, or only members who
>>>> are members of nagdu.
>>>>
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