PULMONARY DISEASES

Katarina Pavelek, a talented Slovakian actress known for her roles in various TV shows, tragically passed away after opting for assisted suicide in Liestal, Switzerland. Her decision was fueled by her deteriorating health, which she believed was caused by complications from a Covid-19 booster shot she received. After receiving the booster shot, Pavelek’s health took […]

There’s an awful lot of anxiety about and I’ve come to the conclusion it’s a legacy of the pandemic. I also believe that we’ve been altered and damaged by Covid in ways which are only just emerging. It’s not all bad, because many of us discovered positive points about ourselves during the lockdowns and feel […]

40 “Swollen Lymph Nodes: What You Need to Know” Swollen lymph nodes can be a cause for concern, but understanding the underlying causes and associated symptoms can help determine when it’s necessary to see a doctor. Lymph nodes are small organs in the lymphatic system that play a crucial role in our body’s defense against […]

People, who live, work or visit Dhaka, or for that matter in any major metropolis in Bangladesh, are not actually gasping for breath in rarefied atmosphere. But neither are they blessed with pristine air that invigorates and enlivens the spirit. On the contrary, they are condemned to breathe polluted air that takes a heavy toll […]

At this camp nestled among pine trees in northeast Arizona, kids ride horses, pet goats, and hold chickens. They play outside with pollen and dust swirling around them – all triggers for their chronic disease. Parents have been sending their asthmatic children to Camp Not-A-Wheeze for 35 years, safe in the knowledge that their kids […]

Parents are being warned of the long-term effects of the leading cause of respiratory hospital presentations in children under five, after a recent study revealed an “important” finding. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus with flu-like symptoms that’s dramatically heightened during winter months and affects “80 to 90 per cent of children,” according […]

Summer haze in NYC Hundreds of wildfires are still raging in Canada and experts are saying this may be the summer of smoky haze with air quality concerns looming until winter. NEW YORK – An air quality alert remains in effect Saturday evening. It ends Sunday, but the smoky haze from Canadian wildfires could be an on-going feature […]

The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO) expressed gratitude to the union government for partial relief for tour operators. The union government, in particular the Finance Ministry, withdrew an increase of Tax Collection at Source (TCS) on overseas tour packages which will remain in effect until September 30, 2023. In addition, the TCS percentage increase […]

Temperatures soared far into triple digits in parts of Riverside County Saturday, as forecasters issued heat warnings for the Fourth of July weekend. An excessive heat warning was issued for the areas of Palm Springs and Coachella effective from 11 a.m. Saturday to 8 p.m. Monday, the National Weather Service reported. A less severe heat […]

Since last month, the 2023 influenza-free vaccination solidarity campaign is underway, which aims to distribute 5,000 vaccines to vulnerable groups in various civic associations and parishes to guarantee their safety and well-being. According to the latest Epidemiological Bulletin of the Ministry of National Health, updated in the 24th week of 2023, “There is a gradual […]

Poolbeg Pharma, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focusing on infectious and other prevalent diseases with a high unmet medical need, announces a significant breakthrough in its world first influenza Artificial Intelligence (‘AI’) Programme with CytoReason. Poolbeg has been working with CytoReason since March 2022. Poolbeg’s unique disease progression data from influenza human challenge trials combined with CytoReason’s […]

Most of them were suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) – an umbrella term for a group of lung conditions which cause breathing difficulties. Over time the re-admission rate on Ward 7A at Raigmore hospital in Inverness had crept up from around 14% – similar to national averages – to 20% by 2018. “That […]

Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski / Workers from Charles J. Merlo, Inc., Mineral Point, work on the Fifth Avenue Bridge replacement project on Friday afternoon. Since smoke from Canadian wildfires have blanketed the area, causing air quality to reach unhealthy pollution levels, Claysburg resident Alexandra Bertram says her youngest son’s asthma […]

June 30, 2023 Recently published in The Journal of Translational Medicine, a team at Lawson Health Research Institute has discovered unique patterns of blood plasma proteins in patients with suspected long COVID that could act as a potential drug target to improve patient outcomes. Currently, approximately 10-20 per cent of people with a confirmed case […]

Adults aged 65 and older, pregnant people, children and people with lung and heart conditions may be more likely to get sick from breathing in wildfire smoke. Symptoms can include wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath. If you have asthma, follow your asthma control action plan or contact your health care provider if you have […]

Jun. 30—Air pollution from wildfires in eastern Canada is expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive individuals in Cheshire, Grafton and Sullivan counties and at elevations above 2,000 feet for Saturday and Sunday mornings. People sensitive to air pollution should take precautions to protect their health by limiting prolonged outdoor exertion, according to the state […]

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and State Department of Health (DOH) has extended the Air Quality Health Advisory for all regions across New York State on Friday. The advisory, in effect from 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m., forecasts ‘Unhealthy’ Air Quality Index (AQI) levels for Western and Central New York, and […]

(FOX 2) – The air quality alert for unhealthy levels of particulate matter and ozone has been extended into Saturday, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy said. Elevated levels of pollutants that can cause respiratory issues and exacerbate breathing problems for some people with asthma or other illnesses. Michigan has been under […]

By: Jennifer Rodriguez, coordinator, Injury Prevention Program, at MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach. Fourth of July is just around the corner, and fireworks are a spectacular event for children and people of all ages. Unfortunately, if fireworks are not handled properly, they can cause property damage, serious injury, or even death. In […]

Michigan families urged to check air quality before participating in outdoor activities this weekend Published 11:10 am Friday, June 30, 2023 Michiganders are being strongly urged by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to check the air quality index before participating in outdoor activities. (Submitted) LANSING — Heading into a holiday weekend, Michiganders […]