Oura and ResMed announced a partnership today that connects Oura Ring users directly to sleep health resources when their device detects potential breathing problems during sleep. The collaboration addresses a major healthcare gap: an estimated 80% of people with obstructive sleep apnea remain undiagnosed worldwide.
The integration works by analyzing breathing patterns captured by the Oura Ring during sleep. When the device detects a higher number of breathing disturbances, it notifies users through the app and suggests they might want to seek medical advice. Now, those users can connect directly to ResMed’s sleep health resources without leaving the Oura ecosystem.
Why this partnership matters for sleep health
Sleep disorders like obstructive sleep apnea carry serious health risks beyond just feeling tired. Untreated OSA is linked to cardiovascular disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes, depression, and cognitive decline. Yet the path from early symptoms to proper diagnosis often takes months or years.
Wearable sleep tracking is growing rapidly. According to ResMed’s 2026 Global Sleep Survey, usage jumped from 16% of adults in 2025 to a higher percentage in 2026. This creates an opportunity to catch sleep issues earlier through continuous monitoring rather than waiting for people to recognize symptoms and seek help.
What Oura users get access to
When Oura Ring detects potential breathing issues, users can now access several ResMed resources:
- Educational materials about sleep health and disorders
- A comprehensive sleep assessment tool
- An informative guide to help structure conversations with doctors
- Options to connect with independent healthcare providers virtually or in person
Availability and requirements
The feature launched on April 28, 2024, for Oura Ring Gen3 and Oura Ring 4 users with active Oura memberships in the United States. The partnership specifically targets people who might not recognize their sleep problems or regularly engage with healthcare providers.
By connecting consumer wearable data with clinical sleep resources, the companies aim to shorten the time between experiencing symptoms and getting proper care. This could help prevent the development of more serious health conditions linked to untreated sleep apnea.