A method for programming multi-state floating gate transistor memory cells, also called multi-state flash cells, in a memory system is disclosed. At least one of the plurality of memory chips includes a plurality of reception blocks. Means for filling the control reservoir with gas to a control pressure may be provided so that the control pressure acting against the piston may close the gas valve. The energy may be transferred in an amount sufficient to temporarily or permanently increase the diameter of the airway. The two-way communications can be by cell phone through a telephone network alone or also through the internet to the data receiving station.