PAP Use and COVID-19 Risk (IMAGE) American Thoracic Society Caption Obstructive sleep apnea may be associated with COVID-19 infection risk, but PAP use mitigates risk. Credit ATS Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.