FDA Issues Severe Warning About Popular Sleep Apnea Machine Risk

Published on November 29, 2023

The FDA warned that Philips’ popular DreamStation 2 CPAP machines, used by millions to treat sleep apnea, pose severe burn risks after the agency received hundreds of incident reports. The devices have overheated, smoked, and caught fire during use at home and in clinics, resulting in injuries. The Philips DreamStation 2 CPAP machine helps people by providing positive air pressure to keep airways open during sleep. Sleep apnea, which affects about 39 million Americans, is a common disorder that causes repeated stops and starts in breathing during sleep. How to Properly Use the Device Between August 1 and November 15, the FDA received 270 reports from consumers about overheating and fire issues with the Philips DreamStation 2 CPAP machines. To reduce safety risks, the agency provided specific usage instructions from the device manual:...

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