PULMONARY DISEASES

SINGAPORE – Respiratory problems rank among the top deadly diseases around the world, but much of the research today does not take into account the context in Asia, such as the climate and the genetics of its people. Many in Singapore, for instance, have respiratory issues despite being non-smokers their entire life, and scientists are […]

Dolores Perales was 10 years old the first time she couldn’t take a breath and thought she was going to die. Parts of the memory remain vague: she knows it was early April, the start of softball season, and she was playing outside. What she remembers clearly is the tightness in her chest and the […]

1 of 4 | Dr. Norman Edelman, a pulmonologist and professor of internal medicine at Stony Brook University in Stony Brook, N.Y., describes how lungs function using a 3D model at the pulmonary clinic at Advanced Specialty Care at Lake Grove, N.Y. Photo by John Griffin/Stony Brook University NEW YORK, Sept. 20 (UPI) — Recent […]

Creatine, an essential amino acid known for its role in muscle and brain health, showed potential as an effective remedy for those dealing with post-Covid-19 fatigue syndrome, often referred to as long Covid, according to the results of a clinical trial published in the Food Science & Nutrition journal on Wednesday. Creatine has gradually gained […]

The popular workout-boosting supplement Creatine could potentially ease fatigue associated with long Covid for the estimated 16 million Americans who suffer from the symptom lasting long after they’ve recovered from the virus.  Creatine supplements are usually taken by athletes and weight lifters to turbocharge energy production in the muscles, which improves performance and helps build […]

NOVI SAD, Serbia — A new study suggests that creatine, a popular over-the-counter supplement for enhancing athletic performance, could also help alleviate symptoms of long COVID. Conducted by the University of Novi Sad in Serbia, the trial found that patients experienced significant relief from symptoms like general fatigue, loss of taste, and breathing difficulties after […]

Pandemic-related reductions in emergency department (ED) visits and hospitalizations for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma were greater in disadvantaged communities than in the general US population, according to study findings published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Investigators examined the population-level effects of COVID-19 on asthma and COPD exacerbations in the US, […]

FILED – 04 July 2023, Berlin: An American football player holds creatine at a gym in Berlin-Wedding. … [+] Photo: Christoph Soeder/dpa (Photo by Christoph Soeder/picture alliance via Getty Images) dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Taking dietary creatine supplements for at least six months might help in reducing the severity of symptoms among patients with […]

The amino acid creatine is essential for muscle and brain health, and people commonly use creatine supplements to improve exercise performance and increase muscle mass. Results from a recent clinical trial published in Food Science & Nutrition indicate that dietary creatine may also benefit individuals experiencing post-COVID-19 fatigue syndrome (also known as long COVID). In […]

North York resident Helen McKinnon Doan turns 112 today. Here is what she says is the key to living a long life. “Just keep on breathing,” quipped Doan, who is celebrating her 112th birthday on Monday. “Staying active is very, very important to living a long life. I’ve been active all my life. … And […]

Introduction COPD is a complex and multifactorial disease and comorbidities are more common in patients with COPD than in the age and gender-matched general population.1,2 To fully characterize the clinical spectrum of COPD, identification, comprehension, and assessment of all comorbidities in COPD are required.3 Some of the prevalent comorbidities include cardiovascular disease,4 osteoporosis,5 lung cancer,6 […]

Home Health Nipah Virus vs COVID-19: What is The Difference? Expert Shares Alarming Facts Nipah virus and COVID-19 are distinct viral infections with different origins, transmission modes, symptoms, and public health impacts. Expert shares key differences to understand better. India is battling two different viral infections. There is a surge in COVID cases and the […]

Approximately 90% of individuals in the United States live within 5 miles of a community pharmacy, making pharmacists the most accessible health care professionals, particularly when it comes to administering vaccines.1 In fact, more adults were vaccinated at pharmacies than nonpharmacy medical settings between 2018 and 2022, according to a report by the IQVIA Institute […]

Canadian doctors—and dancers—Paul Winston and Ève Boissonnault have been posting videos of themselves dancing in N95 mask (respirators), to encourage others to mask in healthcare settings and to demonstrate that it’s possible to breathe comfortably in them. In one of their recent dance posts, Winston explains: Just a wee reminder we are asking people to mask up in hospital […]

Rabbia Arshad Mahwish Nawaz is worried. Her son has had a cough that refuses to go away. With accompanying breathing issues, her concerns have multiplied. Her worst fears were realised when a pulmonologist she consulted in her native Lahore about her son’s recurring cough diagnosed her son with a pulmonary infection. The doctor informed her […]

As viral diseases commonly associated with winter are on the rise globally, experts are grappling with the impact of frequent climate changes, which also seem to be affecting the behavior of viruses. While COVID-19 symptoms are well-understood, distinguishing between COVID and other viral infections can be challenging. To navigate through these health uncertainties, please refer […]

PRESS RELEASE Published September 19, 2023 Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) that is worn to protect the wearer from inhaling harmful airborne particles, fumes, or gases. RPE can be either full-face masks, which cover the entire face, or half-face masks, which cover the nose and mouth. RPE must […]

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PEOPLE in Warrington can now book their life-saving autumn COVID-19 vaccine online as the NHS steps up its winter vaccination programmes early in response to the risk of the new COVID-19 variant. Anyone eligible can book their COVID-19 vaccinations via the NHS website, by downloading the NHS App, or by calling 119 for free if […]