News Release

NEW SLEEP SUPPORT GROUP SETS FIRST MEETING

April 13, 2005 — A newly-established sleep support group will hold its first meeting next month in Seneca.

The group, part of the American Sleep Apnea Association’s AWAKE (Alert, Well and Keeping Energetic) Network, will meet at 7 pm Thursday, May 12, at UPMC Northwest’s Seneca Place in Seneca.

Board certified sleep specialist Teresa Bisnett, MD, of the UPMC Northwest medical staff will present a program on sleep and sleepiness. Dr. Bisnett’s associate, board certified sleep specialist Dixie Harris, MD, also will attend the meeting.

There is no charge for taking part in the group, which is sponsored by Asthma, Lung and Sleep Specialists (the medical practice of Drs. Bisnett and Harris), Health Care Solutions, Klingensmith Health Care, Provide Medical, Respironics, UPMC Home Care, UPMC Northwest Sleep Center, and Vantage. Representatives of these organizations will be present during the upcoming meeting to provide information and answer questions.

Individuals can register or obtain more information by calling 814-432-0982 by Monday, May 2. Family members are welcome to attend the meeting, which will include refreshments.