Bappi Lahiri dies at 69 due to Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Know all about OSA, its signs and symptoms

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New Delhi: Singer-musician Bappi Lahri passed away at the age of 69 on Tuesday (February 15) due to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Lahiri, known as ‘Disco King’ for introducing and popularising synthesised disco music in India, was admitted on Tuesday to Mumbai's CritiCare Hospital in Juhu.

Confirming the cause of his death, Dr Deepak Namjoshi, director of the hospital, told PTI, "Lahiri had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday. But his health deteriorated on Tuesday and his family called for a doctor to visit their home. He was brought to the hospital. He had multiple health issues. He died due to OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea) shortly before midnight."

After Lahiri’s death, many people are wondering what Obstructive Sleep Apnea is. The disease is termed as the most common sleep-related disorder. Know what it is and its sign, symptoms, precaution and treatment.