Respiratory trainer is commonly known as breathe exerciser is a device that aims to improve function of the respiratory muscles through specific exercises. This device increases the amount one can breathe in and delivers a high mixture of oxygen and air. Respiratory trainer strengthen the muscles of those who suffer from asthma, bronchitis, emphysema and […]

What is SARS? It is an atypical severe pneumonia caused by SARS-Cov coronavirus (unknown at the time), a virus capable of surviving about three hours outside the host organism. Coronaviruses are generally the main cause of mild to moderate respiratory illnesses such as the common cold, but which can worsen into pneumonia and acute respiratory […]

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention headquarters in Atlanta. (Dreamstime/TNS) (Dreamstime) (Tribune News Service) — Doctors should be on the lookout for cases of a respiratory virus that can sometimes cause polio-like muscle weakness and paralysis in children, U.S. health officials said. Young children with respiratory illnesses and muscle weakness may be infected with […]

The ‘Love Me’ programme is a local community initiative to enhance mental and physical wellbeing in a refreshing and inspiring way. This month it received support from the Active Richmond Fund to help more women in the Borough take simple steps towards a healthy lifestyle. The programme aims to build confidence and enthusiasm for everyday […]

The common cold is caused by a viral infection in the upper airways, sinuses, throat, and nose. Although unpleasant, it is generally not a cause for concern. In the vast majority of cases, despite feeling ill, with sneezing, sore throat, cough, and runny nose, a cold is a self-limiting infection; this means it gets better […]

WVU is observing Hazing Prevention Week this week (Sept. 26-30) with a series of in-person and virtual events. Sponsored by the WVU Hazing Prevention Task Force, the purpose of this year’s observance is to raise awareness on what constitutes hazing and educate members of the University community on where to report hazing. Kimberly and TJ […]

According to Belgian tech startup, moonbird, using breathwork as a way to relax is growing rapidly in popularity. To answer this demand, the company has recently developed a pocket-sized intuitive breathwork coach tool to guide people through breathing exercises and improve their sense of wellbeing. The compact moonbird tool guides the user’s breathing slowly while […]

First published SEP 27, 2022 Updated 1 hour ago Alison Talmage Alison Talmage is the co-founder of CeleBRation Choir, a music therapist, teacher, musician and doctoral candidate at the School of Music, Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland. Show more Suzanne Purdy Dr Suzanne Purdy is the head of School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, […]

WASHINGTON: Imperial researchers have embedded new low-cost sensors into t-shirts and face masks that track breathing, heart rate, and ammonia. Potential applications range from monitoring exercise, sleep, and stress to diagnosing and monitoring disease through breath and vital signs. Spun from a new Imperial-developed cotton-based conductive thread called PECOTEX, the sensors cost little to manufacture. […]

Lacing up your sneakers for a cause took new meaning Sunday as hundreds pounded the pavement to support suicide prevention in Windsor. The walk was hosted by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), where participants trekked either two kilometres or five kilometres around the St. Clair College main campus. Organizers say any […]

Every year, World Lung Day is celebrated on September 25 to advocate lung health and spread awareness. Lung disease is any problem that arises in the lungs and prevents it from working properly. Lung disease is divided into three main types – airway diseases, lung tissue diseases and lung circulation diseases. The lungs, just like […]

If you have been experiencing random nosebleed incidents since you were a kid or always feel like you are fighting for inhaling breath, there is a possibility that you are suffering from a deviated nasal septum. We are here with yoga techniques that can help you deal with a deviated nasal septum. Yoga has a […]

Definitions: Healthcare Personnel (HCP): HCP refers to all paid and unpaid persons serving in healthcare settings who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients or infectious materials, including body substances (e.g., blood, tissue, and specific body fluids); contaminated medical supplies, devices, and equipment; contaminated environmental surfaces; or contaminated air. HCP include, but are […]

SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Public Health this week warned school leaders about a new and concerning “rainbow fentanyl” drug that may interest youth. In a letter to superintendents and charter school administrators, CDPH director and State Public Health Officer Tomás J. Aragón warned that “rainbow fentanyl” is a potentially fatal drug found in […]

Background This interim guidance is intended to assist with the following: Determining the duration of restriction from the workplace for HCP with SARS-CoV-2 infection. Assessment of risk and application of workplace restrictions for asymptomatic HCP with exposure to SARS-CoV-2. Guidance addressing recommended infection prevention and control practices including use of source control by HCP is […]

Pianist and composer Chad Lawson hopes his music can heal people struggling with mental health challenges. Michael Zamora/NPR hide caption toggle caption Michael Zamora/NPR Pianist and composer Chad Lawson hopes his music can heal people struggling with mental health challenges. Michael Zamora/NPR Can music improve mental health? Pianist and composer Chad Lawson thinks so. His […]

A model wears the second generation LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier. [LG ELECTRONICS] LG Electronics plans to launch its electronic face mask in Korea this year, following the releases elsewhere including Hong Kong, the Philippines, Thailand and Indonesia. The arrival of the LG PuriCare Wearable Air Purifier has been delayed on home turf due […]

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Breathe For Change, the leading certifier of educators as experts in social-emotional learning, mindfulness, wellness, and yoga, has partnered with Noggin, Nickelodeon’s interactive learning platform, to co-create Yoga Friends, a series that pairs popular Noggin characters alongside educators to introduce kids to yoga and mindfulness practices. “Student well-being […]

T hree men whose daughters took their own lives have received a message of support from James Bond actor Daniel Craig, who described their latest charity campaign as “heroic”. The fathers appeared on BBC Breakfast to raise awareness for their charity walk, which will see them trek 600 miles to visit all four UK Parliaments […]

Breathing into a paper bag has become a symbol of hyperventilating and anxiety attacks. It’s used to help balance your breathing. This technique is helpful during an anxiety attack and panic attack because it can help regulate hyperventilation. Hyperventilation or “overbreathing” happens when you have rapid or shallow breathing. People having an anxiety or panic […]

















