Philips Class Action Lawsuits! Guilty Or Innocent?

[@CPAPReviews]

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[@lvnlife75]

Thank you for keeping us all informed of the latest updates!! Here in the US we would never hear anything. Our doctors say oh there is no problem, keep using. So sad!!

[@michaelball760]

I just got the recall letter two weeks ago and it's been going on for months! Haven't slept much since then since I cant use the machine.

[@andybsmith]

Sir let me say I love your channel. It has been a wealth of information and awareness for me. I used a Philips machine for many years. I now have spots on my lungs and I am working through the VA system here in the US to find out what it is and if it is of concern. As for you, ya know I was in Bosnia and did a lot of work for the USAF. There are a lot of extremely sad stories I can tell you. For years I suffered from a load on my back that I could not help everyone. I think you may be struggling with this. You are not the villain here. As I see it you have done a herculean job of helping get the word out and helping folks get the information they need to navigate this tragedy. Console yourself with my words. You cannot save everyone, you can only do what you can do. Yes, be disgusted by the actions of those that allowed this to happen. Be hurt by the stories, but do not let this internalize. Maybe let all this move you to make more videos, but not at the expense of your emotional and family health. I know that is easy to say and very hard to do. Believe me, I still see some of the faces of those I could not help. But at some point, you must come to the truth you did everything you can, but still, you cannot help everyone. Having a heart has some disadvantages. The advantages are far greater though. I pray for peace and light for you and your family. Blessings.

[@jennypessa2026]

Thank you so much for weeding through those documents to discuss the parts that really matter. This is all so very overwhelming 😢 Your channel has helped immensely. Thank you for all that you are doing to help.

[@ThePamster]

I agree Jenny, it's because of this channel I even found OUT about this horrific nightmare recall. So upset. But grateful for the information here, because I never got a letter from them. Imagine this CEO's nerve getting up talking about 'discomfort' when people like my mom died of lung cancer that their machines (she also had 2 on the recall list that we know of) likely contributed to! I have liver issues and horrible migraines almost daily, but yeah, it's nothing, don't let it cut into your profits Phillips, by all means, please poison millions of people and call it discomfort when they are suffering real life complications and DISease from using these machines.

[@Xubono]

I teared up for all of those patient feedback letters. Heartbreaking. And much of it avoidable if Philips had been diligent. They should not ever be permitted to manufacture medical equipment.

[@CoolBreezeAnthony]

I agree.

[@m.sue1804]

So now I’m wondering about what is inside the ResMed CPAP!

[@lesleymidei7057]

This is all so very overwhelming and makes me sick to the stomach a, i am sure, it does to all of us in this horrible situation. Thanks for all your assistance Nick.

[@DG-mo5kr]

Thank you for your videos. I don’t get why this is not all over the media?

[@jodiemorgan8063]

Hi I’ve had both my Pfizer vaccines and my partner has had both of the Astra Zeneca. We are both fine. Honestly I’m more scared of the damage done by my cpap machine. I was diagnosed with cirrhosis in October 2018. I don’t drink alcohol or do drugs. I don’t even drink soft drink. My lung function is in the 80% On a good note I’m loving my new machine that I bought from you guys. It’s so quiet and easy to use. Have a great day. 😊

[@Ted...youtubee]

Thanks. On the jabs. Some opinion seems to be 180 days of no problem is a good indication. Sadly, a family friend (over 80) went to hospital after AZ shot. Now has blood clots in her brain. I've got my sleep appts in September as a follow up since I stopped using ds1. Which machine did you get?

[@fire_fux]

What machine does he offer?

[@jodiemorgan8063]

@@Ted...youtubee I have the BMC Luna IQ Auto Package. It’s fantastic.

[@johnhess9443]

I'm interested in any news, especially in Canada, but it's crazy how long I'm waiting to hear back from these goons.

[@RETOKSQUID]

Same here in the States. I watch here for updates because nothing is being said about the recalls here. My doctors are now watching this channel for information. News will not touch it.

[@pilbomags488]

I'm 96 and I'm still using the Phillips. I figure What's the harm at 96? Oh wait, its a respirator.

[@auntie3333]

I just learned about this recall issue yesterday. My machine of 5 years is affected. Thank you so much for your perspective and video!!! So helpful!

[@mcveljo]

Oh ‘good for you’ ~ 5 years ~ then you are at LEAST ELIGIBLE to get another CPAP from your health insurance!!! & you won’t have to ‘wait for this GREEDY BASTARD company Philips’ to change their terrible machines!! (like me and many others - who have had the machine for ‘only 3 years..’ ) it’s terrible 😢!! 😟 😞

[@auntie3333]

@@mcveljo I'm not sure why the sarcasm. We are all affected... 1 year, 3 yrs, 5 yrs.....the up side is your exposure is less. I may have to wait for phillips also. I am almost 5yrs in. Provider says new machine at 5-6 years. Doubt they will spring for a new machine and insurance deductible is high.

[@mcveljo]

@@auntie3333: oh no!!! That was TOTALLY not meant sarcastically or in any mean way! 😔 I ‘highlighted’ the ‘good for you’ cuz it’s good in ‘a way..’ since your warranty is up for the machine & you should get a new machine.. BUT it’s STILL NOT GOOD > cuz this recall shouldn’t have even happened..! We all shouldn’t even have to go through this!! & now HOPING/ wondering whether we did damage to our lungs 🫁, respiratory system etc. sinuses etc. You know? That’s how that was meant… 🙁🥺 I’ve been living in California for some years now - but I am Croatian & was born and raised in Germany > so English is my THIRD language & sometimes I do get misunderstood > lost in translation…? 🥺 OF COURSE this whole situation is very bad for all of us & frightening… 🥺☹️ BEST OF LUCK to you!! Viel Glück 🍀 🙏🏼!

[@auntie3333]

@@mcveljo Understood. Thank you for the kind reply. I am hoping to keep some documentation in case something comes up later. Hoping this is resolved sooner than later. Good luck to us all!

[@mcveljo]

@@auntie3333: absolutely my dear!! 🌻🌷 🌼 And good luck to all of us!! Yes!!! Will keep checking in here ~ Nick has always great, informative videos he posts on here about this Philips CPAP disaster… 😔😞

[@simondavid2477]

I'm in the UK and got a letter from the NHS informing me of the problem, but it just seemed to regurgitate the Philips standard line. Thanks to your teardown video I performed a foamectomy on the dining table this morning. I cut flaps rather than a hole so it was easy to seal up again. Only issue I had was that the foam had been glued internally so had to be pulled out in chunks.

[@DCoach03]

My dad used one for years and was diagnosed with Stage 4 squamous cell carcinoma mouth cancer October 2018. He dies 5 months later March 2019. He smoked in his younger years but had not smoked in 30 years and was the healthiest 75 year old I knew. He worked up until the day he went in for surgery. We always felt that smoking did not cause his cancer and now things make sense.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Penny, oh that so sad, i'm sorry to hear about your loss. I've heard many stories like this now and it's so sad. Lots of love. Nicko

[@mikepierson3097]

Thank you very much, Nick. BTW, I digged the “homeless” look; made you look like a rock star! lol

[@markhimmer2856]

Nick, I'm a Service-connected Vet and have been diagnosed with OSA back in November 2016 at my local VA Hospital and have using a CPAP machine (a confirmed Philips recalled one) ever since. I had a clean chest x-ray back in summer of 2016, just prior to my diagnosis and when I began use of the CPAP machine. I found out about the recall as I was navigating the VA Website...STILL NOT ONE THING NOTIFYING ME FROM PHILIPS! have medical background and was really upset. As a result I demanded a new chest x-ray, pulmonary function test and blood work to see if anything new showed up. Guess what? They found something on the chest x-ray and requested a CT Scan to get further detail. Here's what they found in my lungs: NEW 1) Benign - 10.5mm predominately calcified pulmonary nodule in the right lower lobe with surrounding tree-in-bud micro-nodules, 2) Right lower lobe - both a 5mm and a 3mm nodules, 3) Left upper lobe 2mm nodule and 4) Right Hilar Lymph Nodes have increased in size to 12mm. I'm greatly concerned! This is all new since using the Philips CPAP machine. My previous chest x-rays were clear and normal. I had to beg for a CT Scan with contrast in early 2022 to see if these areas are growing and if there's cancer. Normal protocol is to "just wait a year". I'll be pursuing legal assistance.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hey Mark, thanks for sharing that information with me. Would you mind if i use it in a Vid? I won't mention your name if you like. Very sorry to hear it and i do hope it turns out okay in 2022. You're case is extremely important as you're probably one of the few who had a chest X-ray just prior to treatment! I would consider also having a look at your foam to see what the quality is like - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bITaeIt4mtNnhbc . If it was starting to degrade then that would certainly help in your case too. High humidity, heat and the use of ozone sanitizing devices also increase the degradation of the foam. Cheers mate. Nick

[@markhimmer2856]

@@CPAPReviews sure Nick. Feel free to use my example (without my name). I know I'm not the only one out there having stuff going on. The more share, the more we don't feel isolated.

[@dianne235]

Thank the Lord that I came across your channel. All I was looking for was reviews on different masks. I have been using my DreamStation since April of this year. Like you have said in one of your previous recall videos, why haven’t Philips notified it’s consumers by sending a message to the CPAP device? I’m even more distressed after I asked my husband to what brand his CPAP is. It’s also a Philips. He’s been using a CPAP since at least 2014 after her had to have an aortic valve replacement. I know he’s had a replacement at least once since then due to wear and tear. Thank you again for your concern and dedication to keep us healthy and SAFE. May God bless you and I pray the lockdowns end soon. I have a feeling that the people of the world are going to have to end them ourselves. ❤️

[@MrBhart2408]

Wow! I’m a respiratory therapist and can’t imagine how many V60 devices are used in hospital systems throughout the world! This is bad!😕

[@michelle4d9]

Oh Nick! This breaks my heart more than I can say. I’m in tears for all the long time users of this machine and the callousness of the CEO for all this mess. Yes, I had a DS1, but as my therapy had only just started a month prior, I’m not affected medically speaking, only monetary wise, which is not a big deal compared to ones health. I almost wish someone would strap the CEO down and force him to breathe with these ventilators and CPAPs and watch him change his mind. You would think, with two Class 1 recalls from the FDA, that Philips would be bending over backwards to do what they can to appease the FDA as this as the potential to black list the company, right? I’m sorry, I’m rambling, I’m just so broken hearted for everyone who has been affected by this with their health or death. 🥺😢😭

[@Karen-mu7fq]

So happy for you!!! Five years with this machine, just found out. Really scared. And livid.

[@Nightsider-xr5lx]

@@Karen-mu7fq had mine just over 2 years. more than half the time i would wake up not having the mask on. Now i wonder if my body some how knew what was going on or just not liking having to use it.

[@frodrickfronkensteen9241]

@@Karen-mu7fq Same here. Just found this information tonight... three years breathing this crap. Livid, terrified... and defeated. Too much... just too much coming my way.

[@Karen-mu7fq]

@@frodrickfronkensteen9241 I'm so sorry. when you get a safe machine you will feel a bit better. I had to pay cash for one . Now trying to get reimbursed. This really shakes a person up. Very upsetting.

[@Karen-mu7fq]

@@frodrickfronkensteen9241 I'm so sorry. You will feel better when you get a new machine and aren't so sleep deprived! I felt better. I mean we just have to take it as it comes right?

[@rosswalther2538]

Well at least Phillips is able to be sued. My parents can't sue the (poke poke) companies that made them sick.

[@michaelbauermeister348]

Glad I found this video. Been using one since 2018. Diagnosed with rectal and kidney cancer last year with no family history. Pulled the foam out of my unit this week as I need it to sleep. Shame on them….

[@CPAPReviews]

Hey Michael, really sorry to hear that mate. Best wishes for the future. Lots of love. Nicko

[@Randarino]

This is great Vince but where is the info on the class action lawsuits? Should we join a class action lawsuit or not…what is everyone’s opinion?

[@carloshrnndz]

We should all sue

[@maureeng8599]

Thank you much for this information. The picture keeps getting worse. Use your great analytic skills to investigate the jabs. See reporting systems of outcomes: VAERS (US), EudraVigilance (EU).

[@jessydiaz8368]

I am so distraught. I've been using the system one and dream station for 10 years. All the symptoms I've had all these years and no doctor has been able to let me know with absolute certainty the cause. I am going to go over this with my Doctors in the hopes I haven't developed any cancers. I'm so angry over this.

[@deriegle]

I hope your okay. I've been using the machine for 10 years. I've had so many weird side effects that I think are related. Hoping and praying neither of us have cancer caused this. It's absolutely insane Phillips isn't doing more

[@markmundt4759]

Good Day Brother, I removed my foam thanks to your video, my Dream Station was 5 years old and I used a So Clean for almost as long, the toxic foam was a Black Goo (Tar Like) It came out in small pieces of resin, that I have and dated. I have photos of my hands the toxic foam and the coated items used to remove it. If you would like to see them and use them in your videos, I can do that ! I had a black resin on my hand , in the foam case housing and on the various things I had to use to get this crap out. Thank You for your awesome videos, You might have saved my life, I have A Fib. and cannot be without a Cpap Machine all is good now. Here's a thought, now that the toxic foam has been removed I can use the So Clean again. Mark Mundt Milwaukee, WI USA ...

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Mark, thanks for your comment mate. You're welcome! I would love to see them [e-mail] . Much appreciated mate. Nicko

[@Xubono]

Looking lots better now mate. You look 10 years younger. I’ve had my two AstraZeneca shots, and had NO REACTIONS, not even bruising at the injection site. Hope yours goes as smoothly.

[@Jinxtah123]

And meanwhile in Europe nothing is happening. They aren't recalling, and we aren't getting replacements, or a fix anytime soon, at least in Denmark.

[@raaamonguerra]

Same for Brazil. Very few people are aware of this recall. If you don’t call, them nothing happens. I gave them my SN but two weeks has passed and still waiting.

[@mcveljo]

@@raaamonguerra: hahahaha!! 2 weeks.? I have registered my Philips Death Station over 1.5 months ago & keep calling them often > NOTHING!!!! It’s beyond EVIL 👿 & monstrous!!! 👺🤮👹☠️👺☠️👹👿🤑 GOOOD LUCK TO You & all of us..!!! 🙏🏼 You look like a very nice guy ~ hugs 🤗 and wish you the best!! Gracias ~ Marija C. 😌🌻

[@BGwhy]

I wish I could show pictures of the foam I removed from my Dream Station 1. It looked and acted like sticky tar. There was barely anything that looked like foam.

[@mcveljo]

Holyyy shit!!!! Really!?? I do not dare - or trieed to take out the foam out of my Phillips death station!! which I have used for almost 3 years now, and my “health” insurance still also won’t exchange it !! they keep saying it’s PHILIPS’s doing etc. 😭😖🤯🤯😣 unreal!! & I have SEVERE SLEEP APNEA (inherited from my dad…😢) & had to stop using that death trap over 6 weeks ago!! I even found out about it over a month too late !!! 😖😭🤯😖 and still > so far no RECALL LETTER from Philips! Nada!! Bastards 🤯😖👿💀👹 ☠️ Would you please kindly email me those pictures to: [e-mail] ~ thank you sooo much!!! I tried to find some online but Philips must have them removed 👿🤮😪

[@flilguy]

Thank you. I live in the USA and you have been the best source of information!

[@STZNCCTX]

I'm disgusted that the manufacture or the seller did not notify me of this issue, I learned about it by seeing your video by mistake....

[@CPAPReviews]

Hey mate, i understand the frustration but the only people to be disgusted with is Philips. Very hard to get in touch with everyone who ever purchased a Philips machine. Philips however could do this very easily. Cheers. Nicko

[@susanmoore7596]

My DME is still charging Medicare for rental of the recalled, unused unit. I contacted Medicare and they told me that If I want to return the New Dreamstation 1 I received in April and am not using I need to make sure I get a return receipt so if my new Pulmonologist orders a ResMed the new DME company will be free to issue me another. I'm currently using my 5 yr old Dreamstation 1 sans foam. Great video by The Craftsman on the Lake and you Nick made it easy to de foam my old machine and I'm having much less problem with dry mouth and irritated eye, nose and throat. Thanks so much! Got my vaccine in Feb/March.. no biggie.

[@nepocrates]

I can tell you that this channel has help me not be afraid of doing an apnea test. The result was negative. They way the doctor made it sound I did not want it. Thanks

[@CPAPReviews]

Glad to hear it. Best wishes. Nick

[@shirleychesterman3462]

I have always been a huge fan of Phillips products purchasing with confidence their brand. This has really knocked a huge dent in this and not only wouldn’t I buy the Dreamstation again but I will think twice and research any products or appliances from Philips in the future. I hope they realise this isn’t just about their CPAP devices, this is a brand crisis. By the way, it’s really cool to realise that this person, you, who has been informing and helping us through this lives just one suburb away from me. Good on ya mate.

[@briandoggy8359]

I have both Dreamstation and Dreamstation Go. I just bought Dreamstation 2 for $779 . I hope this doesn't happen to this machine!!! I called Phillips to ask for reimbursement. The said they would send me an email. But they never did. I used to get bad headaches . I don't know if it was from the Machine. The new one seems Ok . I don't get the headaches any more. Can I sue?

[@ThePamster]

How long did it take for the pain to go away? I get skull splitting migraines, like more then 20 a month at this point. I need a new machine, but don't want to get another phillips machine. I need something that will help without hurting me anymore.

[@colleenotis3120]

Hi Nick, Hope that is Jack Daniels in your glass. You are such a wonderful advocate for we who are effected by the Phillips FIASCO. An aside: For those who are in immediate and desperate need of a CPAP replacement a suggestion. There must be an enormous number of machines across the globe which are sitting closets/attics because they were never used or dumped after compliance failure. I know of a few among acquaintances- just ask. If CPAP users would flood social media with requests /alerts- perhaps some replacement machines will become available. We all have to help each other get hooked up again. Cheers, Colleen

[@aglimpseofbrilliantsanity7807]

Just got my recall notice in the mail today. Been using the dreamstation since 2015. Have a lung full of nodules and had a Meningioma removed from my head in 2019. Ugh!

[@CPAPReviews]

I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope you're okay. Lots of love. Nicko

[@march3769]

They made electronics for the Nazis in WW2. We bombed their factory! You think that they would have at least some scruples by now?

[@CPAPReviews]

I did hear this! I imagine they have a lot of skeletons in their closet. Cheers for the heads up. Nick

[@carloshrnndz]

Took the foam out of my old respironics system one REMstar plus. I’m going to use this till get a new Cpap (hopefully not a Phillips brand) I put my dream station in my closet. I too have shortness of breath. Headaches. Nasal infections all the time. I’ll never get anything from Phillips again 😡 😡

[@lesliemariner8635]

Nick. Thank you. You have been my lifeline for information. My doctor has been a TOTAL uniformed asshole to the point of being quasi abusive to me in my requests for new CPAP order. It’s too bad you need uninformed Pulmonolgy doctors being gatekeepers to getting access to CPAP Therapy. I still do not have a new machine. Months and counting. I was one you saved. I thought I could keep using my dream station because I saw no evidence. Thankfully I caught your release of the actual reports and stopped. My breathing is ether. My sleep sucks but I get an appointment in September. No CPAP since June. I’m suffering but not poisoned.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Leslie, great to hear from you. Yeah most of this info is not readily available so a lot of the doctors don't even have it. Hopefully you get it all sorted next month! Fingers crossed. Best wishes for the future. Nick

[@disneymama78]

Thank you for the info. I have been using this machine since January of this year. I haven't heard anything from the company on a replacement. I guess I will have to sort things out with my insurance company.

[@paulrev8112]

How long did it take for the FDA to approve CARCINOGENIC BLACK FOAM ???????? What 2 minutes!!! Thank you for pushing the new FOAM through,and keep us Sheep from getting sick!!!!🤢🤮

[@thomasmiller2963]

I have been using a system one and have had several issues with lung eyes and throat, now I have headaches that are debilitating I dont know what to do. I used this machine for more than a year and just found out about this I saw the black pieces in my reservoir so I started using in hise bacteria filters which collected lots of it. What do I do? I switched to a RESmart machine is it ok. But I'm sick now do I get a lawyer?

[@fire_fux]

I wish we had somewhere that gave us a good alternative, because my doc was the one who prescribed this CPAP who's to say he won't prescribed another one with horrendous design flaws.

[@mcveljo]

EXACTLY!!! That’s what I, and many others are concerned about as well!!!!! 🤮☠️👺👹😖😣😭😢☹️ Freakin’ ALREADY super rich & uber greedy companies..!!!

[@InsightKD]

You can ask for a specific CPAP. That’s what I’m doing.

[@RETOKSQUID]

Thanks for the updates Nick. I am glad you are on top of this, but it is really sad that I have to watch YT for current news about the recalls because our local and national news will not touch the story. Even my doctors are having to watch here for infomation. It is like there is no recall at all here in the States, just the phillips joke of a website and YT.

[@mjc42701]

I have been using a recalled Phillips Dream station since August of 2018 and was diagnosed with cancer July 9th, sorry doesn't cut it.

[@lewistibbits1998]

Good day Nick ,Thank you for the work you are doing . I have been using Philips Dream station for the past two and a half years .Learned about the recall on your channel .I was not contacted by my supplier ,I contacted them and explained how to register online ,thanks to you. A month later they sent me the link... Would you recommend the BMC Luna 2 as a replacement .I have been experiencing shortness of breath the last six months ..

[@darreljames9180]

Great video mate, I just bought a Fisher&Paykel SleepStyle machine . I’ll never buy a Phillips cpap machine again. I hope Phillips provide some sought of reimbursement. Take care 👍

[@CPAPReviews]

Hey Darrel, nice one mate. I hear they're quite hard to find these days so good work. Take care brother. Nick

[@KaptanKenan]

Option 2: Potential for a full refund from the distributer or manufacturer. Philips has advised Under Australian Consumer Law (ACL) you may be able to request a full refund from the place you bought the affected device if it meets the ACL requirements. This defect would be classed as a “Major problem” under ACL as it is unsafe to use. You need to provide proof of purchase such as a bank statement, receipt, or even photographic evidence. The device needs to be within the working life which they have advised is 5 years. If the device meets ACL, the distributer cannot refuse to give you a refund or refer you to the manufacturer. You need to return the device - it does not need to be in original packaging.

[@l214laus]

Hopefully you aren’t a Cats fan? Didn’t help you with a win this weekend? Volkswagen probably said the same thing when their debacle started as well! By the way, your video is more interesting than watching the closing ceremony.

[@darinlegore284]

anything about USA suits? No one knows anything.

[@angelmaden1559]

It’s looking more and more that Phillips knowingly made the “Ford Pinto” choice with our health. Everyone made money from us; the patients lose. Hope I’m wrong…… but🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️😬

[@sam04172007]

My son 12 has used the recalled machines since AGE 2!! How does one go about checking their child of cancer??? 10 years of nightly use!

[@Alex-yu3wg]

You say 'many of the class action lawsuits' fine, but how do i find them and in finding them which ones are represtative of my country United Kingdom?

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Alex, i guess the way we find most things in this modern age. Google it :-) Or you could even do a facebook search etc. There's too many of them to mention now. Cheers

[@sleep-coach-academy]

Thanks so much for sharing this Nick, super helpful for people to know. Stay well buddy.

[@CPAPReviews]

Thanks brother. Appreciate the kind words. All the best. Nicko

[@tomdonahoe3539]

With ScoMo as PM I don't blame you for not trusting the government.

[@jamesbenhart4248]

I had dizzyness, Headaches, and like a big pulling action from back of head to the face, all for many years.........I will sue.......thanks...

[@kimartish4585]

You should be the CEO of Phillips!! So sad and infuriating that they are not even acknowledging or responding to those of us that have registered our recalled machines and reported symptoms!

[@andym9955]

Nick. my question is: where was the FDA in the first place regarding this when these devices first received approval? Now they are holding up the proposed changes I suppose, but I think they had a pretty large role in allowing this to happen...

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Andy, it's a great question and one that's been asked a bit. The FDA doesn't have the resources to verify every component of every medical device so they rely on other certification companies who provide CE certificates and conformity of assessments etc so it's really their fault i guess. Cheers

[@mcveljo]

@@CPAPReviews: well that’s all just freakin great , too!! I cannot Believe the Atrocity of these companies and what not ~ and total DISREGARD of our health and human lives..!!! I have severe (!!) sleep apnea and no one gives a shit and wants to change my CPAP machine because I ‘only’ had it for 3 years and the warranty is five years, so they want me to really keep sleeping with the machine that causes all kinds of damage? And I keep calling PHILIPS every other day and it’s always the same stupid excuse from the ‘grunt workers’ there & their bosses I DEMAND TO TALK to as well…, telling me: “It will still be a long time of waiting…!” Are you kidding me!??? 🤯😖😫😭😢😣☹️😒🤮

[@tiredofthebsliesandgrifts]

I have developed granulomas in my upper lobes. My last 2 CPAPS are on the recall list.

[@xjarhd570]

I found out I have a nodule on my kidney in April. (adrenal gland) I de-foamed about a month ago when I found out. Have a repeat ct in sept curious to see if anything changes. Have had a DS for 3yrs and another Phillips before that. Also curious because of weight gain and blood sugar increase if any of that changes. US VA said it was fine and just use it. glad I de-foamed and it still works fine.

[@waynewilliams8551]

Hey Nick , i hear you about the current lockdown, and yes had the same comments about my COVID growth, i give you the same reply that someone gave me when i shaved mine off earlier in the year ' you look 30 years younger'. LOL, looks good man. As for the other info thanks again if not for you i would not have known about this debacle, and like you, listening to the patient comments had to take a break, still sh..ts me that there are still people out there that are misinformed or don't even know about the recall, jut got through on another forum spreading your channel and info to them hopefully they will get better informed, not from Phillps though..cheers mate thanks again for the hard work.. and keep safe in another Melbourne lockdown.

[@mfirstnameadrian]

Hi Nick ive done a home test very low but test picked up fermalderhide and tvoc's was reasonably low . Looking at professional testing next. This is disgusting keep up the good work.

[@MountainDiva]

Philips CEO is sickening. His reaction is so corporate…it is as though what is doing on is minor. Tell that to those who are horribly ill. F’in idiot…his company has not just one but two Class 1 recalls for gawdsake. The posts you read from and about those who are desperately ill made me tear up. I feel so horrible for these people and can tell you do too. Good luck on the vaccination. Everyone is my family including 86-year-old mom has been jabbed and other than sore arms experienced nothing else. Oh…you look great with or without the beard although this video you looked younger so Mrs. CPAP Reviews was right. Lastly…our home has rid itself of everything Philips. Into the bin it all went. We are boycotting their products now and in the future. Cheers mate!

[@shawnlangford1132]

Please keep exposing those Jack wagons. I’m waiting on my p&k to come in. I can’t wait to use it. I’ve been using my dream station now for the last 4 to 5 years now and even if they offered me the dream station 2 I wouldn’t have it. I’m done with anything Phillips has to offer.

[@Joepipsquiggle]

Will receive BRAND NEW ... ??? NOT SO.... just received a "refurbished" reconditioned dreamstation with foam removed and silicone installed (by Philips) HELP!!!!!!!!! am very ill now... from this replacement updated machine

[@musamohamed1080]

I just got the letter from Philips. Is the impact the same whether the humidifier is used or not? Also, what's a good alternative to the dream station CPAP?

[@maynurd52404]

Philips will never accept any responsibility for this. They will pass it on to whatever company or companies make the foam that they use.

[@hyperchord]

I called my provider. She said if you haven't used the cleaning solutions specifically designed for your cpap machine, then you are in the clear. She also said that if I don't see black foam in my tube or mask, I'm also fine. I really dont like that my provider is telling me this because that's super unscientific but I understand. What else can I do? Not use it? So what I want to know and since it seems I cant even make an appointment to see the nurse practitioner I normally see (idk the qualifications of the person talking to me now), can I get some sort of note from my provider to my insurance company to cover (in part), the cost of a new machine? I'm ready to buy one out right, but if I can get insurance's help, that would be great. I just don't know

[@forumcelebritypodcast]

The key to the damages will be when did they physically knew about the Pe-Pur issue. We can assume but what date did they know.

[@jasonschultz2941]

I took mine apart today and 3 inches of foam is missing. I am so pissed and scared right now.

[@CPAPReviews]

No way! Did you take some photos / videos?

[@jasonschultz2941]

@@CPAPReviews Yes I did take Photos

[@truewax257]

Your vids are excellent. 👍 I currently have the "recalled" Philips Respironics Dreamstation. I know the Dreamstation has all those neat "Therapy" settings, I think I learned that from one of your vids. Whatever unit I would replace the Dreamstation with, I would like to have that same level of "therapy" options available. I am going to bite the bullet and replace this Dreamstation since Philips told me today they've no idea when they will replace or fix my Dreamstation, what would you suggest as a good solid replacement for the Dreamstation? Also do you have any vids reviewing the one you would recommend?

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi there, thanks for the kind words. Much appreciated. Most viewers are updating to the ResMed AirSense 10 Autoset. ResMed is also bringing out the AirSense 11 soon but both machines are excellent. I've done a number of videos on the AirSense 10 and a few on the 11 also. Both machines will have access to those advanced settings that i discuss. Here's the vid on the new 11 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHnCipSJiJKYd6M

[@truewax257]

@@CPAPReviews Hi Nick & You're welcome and you deserve the kind words! Thank you very much for this info on your suggestion and the link to the video! Not only are your videos educational, they're darn funny too!

[@piperlynne1]

Unfortunately I've already inhaled all this crap and fortunately for me I have no ill effects yet. I'm worried that many years down the line I'll end up with a cancer related to this cpap use and I won't be able to prove it was caused by my Phillips cpap. I wonder if the ResMed machine I got has any kind of off gassing since the machines are pretty much made of plastic and it still has a foam that the air goes through and I breath. Seems pretty dumb that the air moves through this foam at all. I'm now looking at an alternative treatment such as surgery to correct my sleep apnea.

[@bernadettebarnes8717]

In the name of Jesus I decree and declare that you will be free from cancer in years to come you will be in good health.

[@TomWilson8003]

The issue is the PE-PUR foam that is used for sound abatement can degrade resulting in a host of issues including death Souce: FDA. I recommend requesting them to provide a shipping label to send your machine to a qualified testing facility for analysis. At their expense. Unless or until this testing is conducted, you and they don’t know for sure if you may have been breathing in dangerous VOC’s. Don’t loose chain of custody with your machine by returning it. Request Philips ship you a DreamStation II which uses silicone for sound abatement.

[@kentwalker1969]

wow only just found this as my mother alerted me to it having seen the class action on the news, I have used my cpap for nearly 3 years, now one wonders, I quit smoking 4 years ago and for a short time my smokers cough went away, but a few months later it came back and I just assumed it was because I had smoked for years, never dawned on me that it went away and came back a few months into the cpap use, I get a lot of headaches and always put that down to poor sleep although do not recall so many headaches prior to cpap use, last month was in hospital for a perforated bowl, not likely connected but could be a contributing factor because I use a lot of nurofen to deal with my headaches, I would have a headache 4 to 5 times a week, my overal health has not improved with cpap use like I thought it would, if anything the last couple years my health has gone down hill. It is a shit situation though because I am told the cpap helps me not have a heart attack in my sleep as I have accute sleep apnea and can stop breathing 100 plus times a night from 1 second to 2 minutes, so glad I spent the money on this cpap machine (note sarcasm)

[@michaelmagness9881]

Used a remstar from 2011 to 2011 a couple months after stopping was diagnosed with anaplastic oligodendroglioma grade3 brain cancer cant help but wonder if the vocs going through my sinus all night might have caused it the docs say its extremely rare

[@scottevans3782]

I’ve been in heart failure, I’ve been so sick , so many symptoms, ever since I went on Philips CPAP machine 6 years ago. I thought I was dying, maybe I am 😕

[@chadvotaw7160]

I just found this out today no-one absolutely no one has told me anything not even my doctor been having headaches for years since 2011 when I started using my CPAP am I gonna die soon?? Who knows

[@wolfmick2638]

I don’t want another Phillips machine.

[@USPalibacsi]

PLEASE HELP - Regarding the DreamStation CPAP, I can’t find ANY answers to the following basic question: What tests have been done on “in the field” units, to ESTIMATE what percent of the units are affected, i.e., whose foam is emitting harmful gasses and chemicals. The optional in-line bacterial filters, used “in the field” for only a short time can provide the ideal samples for such a study. We the patients, who rely on CPAP need such data to make our own risk-assessment about use/discontinue in the near-term. Patient or anecdotal data on health-affects is mostly a correlation/causation trap. What about lab testing of our machines - perhaps through our used micro filters? Why is it that not even you discuss this - or help by suggesting actionable advice?

[@insanity6105]

100% of the units are affected, they are admitting that much

[@mcveljo]

@@insanity6105: Really..!!??? unreal..!!!! So what are you doing in order to get a different CPAP..!??? 😪😰😢☹️🙁 Help..!! 🆘

[@insanity6105]

You just have to buy a new machine yourself. Probably a different brand than Phillips. Phillips is supposedly going to replace the faulty units, but it could take years to sort through that mess. They haven’t even received FDA approval for their new foam yet, so they likely can’t proceed with manufacturing the new machines until that happens.

[@mcveljo]

@@insanity6105: omg..!! Yes - what a shit show!!! Unreal..!!! 😟😔😢😣☹️ ughh..!! THANK YOU FOR THAT ‘insight..’ although it’s a bad & very SOBERING insight…!! 🥺☹️😣 Ughh.!! Please keep us/ me informed if you hear of anything else..? And who’s to say we can even TRUST the other machines/ manufacturers..? 😱🥺☹️😵‍💫😵

[@USPalibacsi]

@@insanity6105 Thank you for your reply, while my question remains unanswered. There is no information I could find that confirms that in time the PE-PUR foam degrades in ALL DreamStation units, only that they “may”, and that heat, humidity and certain cleaning techniques increases the likelihood. After three weeks use of the recommended in-line filter, and after its magnified examination, I could find no trace of any visible particles on the filter. Obviously, costly lab tests would be needed to prove whether there is any foam residue on the filter. Also, it seems less likely to have off-gas if there is no PE-PUR degradation (except for when the device was new - when most likely there were) . My point, if the probability of chemical exposure is much lower (perhaps minuscule) compared to the very real health problems one has by not using a CPAP, then in the near-term (weeks or perhaps 2-3 month) it may be best to keep using the DreamStation. Of course, unless one can find - and pay out-of-pocket for a desirable replacement, like the ResMed AirSense 10 - also considering that the AirSense 11 could be released at any day now. Respectfully.

[@RBynoe-qo2oj]

Happy birthday to your angel let her know the world is celebrating her day in the USA. A Pandemic will not stop us from celebrating life..........

[@CPAPReviews]

Thank you! I let her know and she had a big smile on her face. Best wishes :)

[@ClarisseRockinThatBow]

Nick - Have you heard the FDA (in US) have decided that the Philips DreamStation is a Class 1 recall. That is the most serious recall there is!

[@ClarisseRockinThatBow]

Sorry - you said that! I'm telling my doctor I want another CPAP machine immediately!

[@christinedaugherty]

Soon after using the dream station I began to have sinus and throat problems.. But I did not put 2 and 2 together until about 6 months later. Every trip to the doctor I would bring that up and of course they said that it was not possible. Now fast forward a few years and I keep saying I'm convinced that it's the cpap and I just get the run around from the doctors again. We are stuck with Kaiser doctors for the next several years and I've seen 4 different ones now and they all stick together. I have no clue what to do. And now I'm probably facing Sinus surgery.

[@jmsnordness]

This is about CPAP made by Phillips not the covid vaccine

[@CPAPReviews]

What are your thoughts Janice? Would love to hear :)

[@dan319611]

Nick you have become my need to know BiPap/Cpap guy Thank you for all you do Mate! I have been under therapy for 6 years in that time has always been Phillips products. I am going elsewhere. What companies do not use this foam? I thank you yet a question? Scotch or Bourbon are you drinking? I am in US, Thanks again

[@adambowers496]

I'll never buy a Phillips product again

[@CPAPReviews]

Hey Adam, no way mate! Worst company in the world. Nick

[@DustyCowdog]

So I am trying to filter through all of this crap on the Philips website and can't determine if the AirSense 10 is part of the recall... Anyone have any info on that? Thanks!

[@lucapassani1129]

In fairness to Philips, I received my DS2 at home in record time.

[@drakeorion94]

after seeing you cutting a dream station 2 open...I don't want that either!

[@antoniahemming3400]

My dad used one for 10+years he had pneumonia every couple of months until he was put into a new resmed.

[@debblog2555]

Nick I am really grateful to you, I and have changed my cpap machine because of the information you have provided. There is more to the c19 vax story. A great place to find some info is thehighwire.com They interview scientists and doctors and provide references.

[@ithilwyn3551]

My doctor told me to keep using my machine that has been recalled. This is scary stuff! What do we do?

[@Ted...youtubee]

Any class action in Australia?

[@djspyke1]

Wondering the same

[@littlepookie7976]

Oh, Nico mate, remember when I told you..."ask her, she knows". lol. I didn't know how right I was. You look nice both ways but If I can only choose one...she is right, mate!

[@michellelippincott6097]

Thank you for the information.

[@CPAPReviews]

Hi Michelle, you're always welcome. Best wishes. Nick

[@Guero_From_Cali]

Hello I have a question maybe someone could help me with? How do I join the class action lawsuit? I received the recall letter I am not very computer literate. I tried looking it up but all I get are lawyers. I did register my machine does that make me a part of the lawsuit now? Any and all advice would be great thank you.

[@jasonbrown9675]

Hey man have a question in your opinion do you think using the Phillips machine is worse then smoking? Or how is this comparable?

[@donalddodson7365]

Only the lawyers (barristers) will "win" in this mess. This will definitely be in future business management classes, just like Exxon Valdes oil spill, Tylenol tampering, Ford's handling of Pinto post-crash fires and the infamous McDonald's scalding coffee case. Stay safe.

[@marcafterdark1003]

Im just asking should I join the class action lawsuit???

[@CPAPReviews]

It's a great question, i guess it depends on how greatly you've been affected by the recall or the toxic foam etc. It certainly can't hurt to email one of the firms and ask how to join and probably doesn't require much effort on your behalf. Best wishes. Nick

[@teresacadena3617]

Thank you for letting me know. I have glads swollen and coughing up blood and muscles. Stop using and got a different machine. The breathing has gotten a bit better

[@efdawahfan]

i removed my foam yesterday been using it for 2 years now ..dutch website says its safe to continue to use with the foam installed...how much times does it take my lungs clean this stuff up from my lungs anyone knows ???

[@kamarulamin3333]

Nick, Greetings from Singapore! Thanks for the great video.. I have stopped using my death station 1 for two weeks now, right after seeing your videos. I have called the company that I bought my DS1 from, and they advised me to stop using the machine. They are also waiting for Philips for the recall, but till now, they have yet any updates from them. It's affecting my life so much without the cpap machine. Im not sure what to do for now, and I can't go on like this. This machine is not cheap, and I've paid $1500 (SGD) for the DS1. I bought it in February this year and have used it ever since. It's very frustrating to know it's not safe to use after paying that much! So if I'm going to buy a new set for under a grand, which one would you recommend? The BMC Resmart G2S A20 Auto Cpap seems quite affordable.. Well, at least it's under a grand.. What do you think? Or anyone can recommend it as well? I appreciate any help you can provide. Thanks in advance!

[@CPAPReviews]

HI there, yes it's very disappointing! The G2S is a great machine for the price :-). A lot of people are also buying the AS10 from ResMed but it's becoming harder to find and the prices are quite expensive. Best wishes mate. Nick

[@kamarulamin3333]

@@CPAPReviews Thanks for the reply, Nick! The AS10 is available here in Singapore but it cost around 2k! For 2k I might as well buy the AS11 but unfortunately, after checking with the local dealer the AS11 will be out by the middle of next year.. I think I will just go for the G2S. Thanks again mate! All the best!