Blanco, I., Diego, I., Bueno, P., Casas-Maldonado, F. & Miravitlles, M. Geographic distribution of COPD prevalence in the World displayed by Geographic Information System maps. Eur Respir J. 54, 1900610 (2019). Article PubMed Google Scholar Agustí, A. et al. Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease 2023 Report: GOLD Executive Summary. Eur Respir J. 61, […]

A Dust Advisory is in place for Prince George and Vanderhoof because of high concentrations of particulate matter in the air. That’s according to the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change. It is expected to persist until the weather changes or there is a reduction in emissions. Levels tend to be highest around busy roads […]

Heart attack cases are rising in the country, especially in younger age group that also includes adolescents. Recently ten people succumbed to heart attack during Garba events in Gujarat and the victims includes teenagers as well as middle aged people. Citing an Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) research, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has […]

Pfizer and BioNTech announced positive topline results from a phase 1/2 clinical trial of the lead formulations of an mRNA-based combination vaccine for influenza and COVID-19. The vaccine candidates produced robust immune responses to influenza A, influenza B, and SARS-CoV-2 strains in healthy vaccine candidates aged 18 to 64 years. “We are encouraged by these […]

We use a lot of expressions related to our lungs without even realizing it. We say “take a breather” when we need a rest, or call a person a “breath of fresh air.” But, unless you’re a runner or use calming techniques like meditation, when’s the last time you truly thought about your lung function? […]

An Edmonton judge has ruled in favour of an Alberta woman who said asthma prevented her from completing a breathalyzer test nearly two years ago. Cheryl Kenworthy told CBC News last year that she tried to give a breath sample at a roadside stop near Hinton on Dec. 4, 2021, more than a dozen times but struggled […]

Love Island star Jessie Wynter has been rushed to hospital by her boyfriend Will Young after suffering from a severe asthma flare-up which left the Australian reality star struggling to breathe after she was bed bound at the weekend with the condition. Jessie was wearing a nebuliser to help with her breathing – which turns […]

A LINCOLNSHIRE-based sole trader has been fined after his employees were exposed to a hazardous substance. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted Chris Buckley, trading as The Furniture Chest, after the workplace regulator inspected the firm’s site on Station Road, Heckington, Lincolnshire, on 7 April 2022. HSE inspectors found a significant build-up of wood […]

What is RSV? Here’s what we know about RSV vaccines and drugs. What to know about new drugs and vaccines coming for RSV in the fall. Just the FAQs, USA TODAY SOMERSET ― As the temperature turns colder and people spend more time together indoors, there’s something we should do now to protect ourselves and others […]

The incident took place on October 20 when a practice nurse from her GP surgery came to her home in Edinburgh to carry out a routine blood test. Dr Witcher, who has been disabled from the age of two and has multiple co-morbidities including immune system malfunction, respiratory and circulatory problems, lung damage, and high blood […]

As the seasons shift, so does our attention to one of the perennial health concerns: the flu season. With the ongoing challenges of managing various health concerns, like COVID-19 and RSV, understanding the nuances of the upcoming influenza season is key. Maulin Soneji, MD, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital […]

Home Health Shortness of Breath: 7 Effective Tips to Ward Off Respiratory Infections As air quality worsens, in multiple Indian states, the risk of respiratory infections rises. Here are 7 effective ways to protect your respiratory health during high air pollution Shortness of Breath: 7 Effective Tips to Ward Off Respiratory Infections Air Pollution is […]

Half of infants and children visiting hospitals in Delhi-NCR are suffering from persistent cough, breathing difficulties, weak immunity and viral infections due to worsening air pollution, several doctors told News18. Children who suffer from asthma or other respiratory illnesses and are prone to allergic reactions are at a higher risk and form a majority of […]

A groundbreaking study by the Telethon Kids Institute has uncovered a significant connection between the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and the development of asthma in children. This research emphasizes that infants who contract RSV face a heightened risk of developing asthma later in life, especially for pre-term babies and those infected between the ages of […]

Love Island Australia star Jessie Wynter has revealed she was rushed to hospital this week after struggling to breathe. The 27-year-old suffered a severe asthma attack and was taken to the emergency department by her partner Will Young, who she met on the UK version of the franchise last year. Stream every episode of Love […]

Tuesday, 31 October 2023, 3:03 pmPress Release: Toi Te Ora Public Health 31 October 2023 Whether you’re a local or visiting for the summer, take a moment to check the water for algal blooms in lakes and rivers. During the warmer months lakes and rivers can be affected by blooms of blue-green algae which are […]

Trikafta, a combination of elexacaftor, tezacaftor, and ivacaftor, lowered the number of Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria in the nose and sinuses of people with cystic fibrosis (CF) taking part in a small study. Mucus from the sinuses — air-filled pockets in the skull — can enter the lungs, so reducing the number of bacteria there may […]

In this digital age, when information is at our fingertips, it’s essential to stay updated on various health-related topics. One of these important subjects is the Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (URTI) Treatment Market. In this article, we will explore the latest trends, developments, and treatments available in the market, providing you with insights into how […]

Positive topline results were announced from a phase 1/2 study evaluating the immunogenicity, safety and tolerability of Pfizer-BioNTech’s mRNA-based combination vaccine candidate for influenza and COVID-19. The study (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT05596734) included approximately 990 healthy adults 18 to 64 years of age. Study participants were randomly assigned to receive either the combination vaccine candidate or […]

Updated COVID vaccines available at city sites beginning November 1 BOSTON – October 30, 2023 – 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 […]

















