Air pollution is a well-known risk factor for respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Long-term exposure to PM2.5, PM10, NO2 and ozone (O3) air pollution is associated with more hospital admissions for lower respiratory tract infections in adults.
Despite affecting over 30 million Americans, COPD remains dangerously underdiagnosed. As a leading cause of death, this chronic respiratory disease continues to claim lives, yet awareness and early ...
A new study highlights the multiple obstacles patients face before receiving a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ...
Even if you don't live in an area where wildfires are typical, it's important to know how to protect your health.
Allison Ciaccio had a respiratory illness that wouldn't go away. Repeated follow-ups found Stage I lung cancer.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a manifestation of structural violence, the process through which societies ...
Close your eyes and take a deep breath. Feels normal, right? Imagine if that breath carried invisible toxins, invisible yet ...
In today’s fast-paced world, respiratory issues have become increasingly common, affecting individuals of all ages. Whether it’s due to environmental pollutants, allergens, or chronic conditions like ...
Breathing is essential for life, yet for many individuals suffering from chronic respiratory issues such as asthma and COPD, ...
With the World Health Organization estimating that over 20 million people died from the coronavirus pandemic, despite ...
Iredell Health System has announced Georgia Marie Hayworth, RRT, RCP, BBA, as director of Respiratory Therapy.