GOLDSBORO, NC – The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday September 18th at 1:00pm, on Cox Blvd, Goldsboro, NC to celebrate the opening of the new UNC Health Wayne Sleep Lab, marking a significant expansion of specialized healthcare services for the region.
State-of-the-Art Sleep Medicine Facility
The newly opened sleep lab represents a major advancement in sleep medicine for Wayne County residents. Accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the facility meets the highest national standards for treating patients with sleep disorders, ensuring quality care and expertise for the community.
“We’re excited to partner with sleep experts at UNC Health Wayne to help our community get better rest and improve their overall physical, mental, and social health,” said a chamber representative during the ceremony.
Comprehensive Sleep Disorder Treatment
The UNC Health Wayne Sleep Lab offers diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of sleep-related conditions, including:
Common Sleep Disorders:
- Circadian rhythm disorders, which cause disrupted sleep patterns
- Insomnia, characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep
- Narcolepsy, resulting in extreme daytime sleepiness
- Sleep apnea, involving brief interruptions in breathing during sleep
Specialized Conditions:
- Parasomnias, including sleepwalking, sleep eating, night terrors, and bedwetting
- Periodic limb movement disorder, causing brief leg movements that disrupt sleep
- Restless legs syndrome, creating uncomfortable sensations especially when resting
Advanced Sleep Study Options
The facility provides multiple types of sleep studies tailored to individual patient needs:
- Home and lab-based sleep apnea tests that monitor breathing, brain activity, heart rate, oxygen levels, and movements during sleep
- Positive airway pressure (PAP) testing to optimize CPAP or BiPAP machine settings
- Multiple sleep latency tests measuring how quickly patients fall asleep in quiet daytime environments
- Maintenance of wakefulness tests assessing alertness levels, particularly for professionals with CDL requirements such as truck drivers
Hotel-Like Accommodations
For patients requiring overnight observation, the Goldsboro sleep lab offers comfortable, hotel-style accommodations. Each room features a queen-sized bed, recliner, cable television, Wi-Fi access, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, creating a relaxing environment conducive to natural sleep patterns.
The facility also provides convenient and affordable home sleep testing options for qualifying patients, expanding access to diagnostic services.
Improving Community Health
The addition of the UNC Health Wayne Sleep Lab addresses a critical healthcare need in the region, as sleep disorders can significantly impact overall health and quality of life. The ribbon-cutting ceremony highlighted the chamber’s commitment to supporting healthcare infrastructure that serves the community’s wellness needs.
For more information about services offered at the UNC Health Wayne Sleep Lab, residents can contact UNC Health Wayne directly.
