General clinical features Among the cohort of 9782 children diagnosed with ARIs, 5021 cases (51.3%) were identified prior to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic (2018–2019), while 4761 cases (48.7%) were diagnosed during the pandemic period (2020–2022). Compared with the pre-COVID, the proportion of children aged 0 ~ < 1 years on ARIs was lower during the COVID-19 […]

Credit: Tima Miroshnichenko from Pexels November is National COPD Awareness Month, which makes this a good time to learn more about living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. COPD is a leading cause of disability and death in the U.S., according to the American Lung Association. More than 12.5 million people in the U.S. […]

CHICAGO, Ill. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – The CDC is tracking a new line of the COVID-19 virus. According to the lab, it has more than 30 mutations in total…which is much more than any other COVID variant circulating. This comes at a time when COVID hospitalizations are beginning to rise…up to more than six thousand a […]

During the height of the pandemic, schools sent kids home if they had a sore throat, cough, headache or any potential COVID-19 symptom and told them to stay home for as long as two weeks if they came in contact with someone with COVID. But California’s state of emergency is long gone, while high numbers […]

WESTFIELD — Three respiratory illnesses tend to spike in winter, and now is the time to get vaccinated, said Dr. Sundeep “Sunny” Shukla, chief of emergency medicine at Baystate Noble Hospital. Shukla said he expects to see more cases of COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus — RSV — in the coming months. All three […]

While women prioritize the well-being of their loved ones, their own health often takes a back seat, leaving them vulnerable to several silent killer diseases. These illnesses, often asymptomatic in their early stages, can significantly impact women’s health and overall quality of life. Understanding these silent threats is crucial in empowering women to prioritize their […]

COPD May Rise Amidst Poor Air Quality: Doctor Emphasizes On Timely Intervention And Support World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day is observed on 15th November each year. It is fast approaching in the backdrop of an already dipping AQI which has been oscillating between poor and very poor air quality in many cities especially […]

Exercise intolerance isn’t just about feeling tired after a run or winded after climbing a few flights of stairs. It’s a genuine concern for many, manifesting as a disproportionate fatigue or discomfort during or after physical activity. Understanding its causes, signs, and treatments is essential for anyone experiencing these symptoms. This article aims to break […]

New Delhi: In line with the proposal presented by the drug major Glenmark Pharmaceuticals for the bioequivalence (BE) and Phase III clinical trial waiver for the fixed-dose combination (FDC) of Glycopyrrolate plus Formoterol Fumarate Dihydrate plus Budesonide Inhalation Suspension, the Subject Expert Committee (SEC) functional under the Central Drug Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has opined […]

Using Acoustic Resonance, Samay’s Passive Remote Monitoring Platform and Wearable Device Successfully Measures Air Trapping, a Biomarker to Detect Exacerbations MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA / ACCESSWIRE / November 2, 2023 / Samay, the maker of a patented, AI-assisted wearable device and platform to monitor lung function, today announces impressive results of its trial with more than […]

High flow nasal cannula (HFNC) treatment likely reduces acute exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and chronic hypercapnia and may also reduce hospitalization admissions, according to systematic review and meta-analysis study findings published in Respiratory Medicine. Noninvasive ventilation (long-term oxygen therapy) is standard care in patients with COPD and chronic hypercapnia according […]

AHMEDABAD – England’s players have been using inhalers at the Cricket World Cup in an attempt to manage the high levels of air pollution in India. Joe Root referenced the air quality in Mumbai following England’s defeat by South Africa at the Wankhede Stadium last month, admitting the conditions made the players feel like they […]

According to the NHS, respiratory infections affect the throat, sinuses, lungs, and airways and can include symptoms like cough with yellow, green, or brown phlegm; sneezing; stuffy nose; sore throat; headaches; fever; body aches; wheezing; and malaise. The specific symptoms you experience depend on the cause. For example, the common cold is caused by a […]

The Delhi High Court Wednesday told the forest department it was responsible for the capital’s air quality and must take steps to ensure that the Air Quality Index (AQI) here improves. Justice Jasmeet Singh, while dealing with issues of creation of an alternative forest in Delhi and filling up vacancies in the department, […]

Image Source : REPRESENTATIONAL PIC Delhi High Court takes up matter related to air pollution The Delhi High Court Wednesday pulled up the forest department, holding its officials responsible for the capital’s air quality. The court asked the department to take steps to ensure that the Air Quality Index (AQI) improves in the national capital. […]

The Delhi high court issued a directive on Wednesday, stating that the forest department bears responsibility for the capital’s air quality and must take measures to improve the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the region. A man sitting in a boat feeds seagulls on the Yamuna River in Heavy smog as Air pollution rises in […]

NEW DELHI: Every third child in the city is asthmatic, and it is the responsibility of the authorities to ensure that the air quality index (AQI) comes down, an alarmed Delhi High Court observed on Wednesday.The court made the remark while taking stock of various facets of improving the green cover of Delhi, such as […]

Asthma sufferers can experience symptoms while watching firework displays (Image: Canva/Getty Images) Asthma sufferers are being warned about the impact fireworks can have on their lungs ahead of Bonfire Night and Diwali celebrations. With both events taking place this month, it’s expected that many fireworks displays will take place across the UK. While fireworks can […]

Home Health Diwali 2023: How to Prevent Asthma Attacks as Pollution Rises During Festival of Lights? Diwali 2023: Asthma symptoms worsen around the festival of lights due to the elevated pollution levels. For those with breathing issues, extended exposure to air pollution during the event may be hazardous. Diwali 2023: How to Prevent Asthma […]

Special to the Patriot Bridge The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) recommends all residents ages 6 months and older protect themselves and their loved ones by getting the updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines as we prepare for colder temperatures and increased transmission of upper respiratory illnesses. On September 12, the CDC recommended a singular dose […]

















