Results for "Pulmonology and Asthma"

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Wildfire Smoke and Cold Air: A Double Threat to Your Lungs
If you live in places like Arizona, Colorado or Wyoming, where wildfire smoke drifts through during the same months that temperatures drop, your lungs...
December 19
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How Changing Seasons Can Affect Your Child’s Health
Have you noticed that your child seems to get sick when the seasons change? When outdoor temperatures and pollen levels go up and down and your daily routine...
December 19
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Breathe Easy: Indoor Air Hacks to Stay Healthy This Winter
When temperatures drop, you probably spend more time indoors. Cozy blankets, hot drinks and a warm fire feel comforting, but the air inside your home might...
December 18
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Yes, You Can Get Lung Cancer Without Smoking
You might think lung cancer only affects smokers. But thousands of people in the United States who have never smoked, not even a single cigarette in their...
October 26
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Can You Use Mullein Leaf to Detox Your Lungs? What You Should Know
If you’ve been looking for ways to “detox” your lungs or breathe easier, you may have seen mullein leaf pop up in your search results. This fuzzy-leafed...
September 22
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Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia: Why Some Premature Babies Need Breathing Help
When babies are born prematurely, oftentimes they need help breathing. That’s because their lungs still need to grow and develop.  One health condition...
September 01
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RSV Protection This Fall: What to Know About New Vaccines and Antibodies
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) may not make as many headlines as the flu or COVID-19, but it can lead to serious illness—especially in infants, older...
August 27
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Can Kids With Asthma Play Sports? What Parents Should Know
If your child has asthma, you may wonder if it’s safe for them to play sports — or if exercise could trigger breathing problems. Many kids with asthma...
August 20
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Climate Change and Health: How a Changing Climate Affects Us All
Climate change is causing more severe storms, more dangerous floods and worse droughts. And it’s not just an environmental issue. Climate change is also...
August 07
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Traveling With COPD: Managing Symptoms and Enjoying the Journey
If you live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you may feel like it’s not safe for you to travel. Or you might think that planning for...
August 01