PRESS RELEASE Published May 16, 2023 A breathing trainer is a device or app that enables users to monitor and regulate their breathing patterns. It typically includes sensors that measure a person’s respiratory rate, volume, and depth of breath, as well as a visual or audible feedback system that helps the user adjust his or […]

In chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the risk for future exacerbations is linked to high sputum neutrophil proportions and significant air trapping, according to a study in BMJ Open Respiratory Research. Investigators sought to assess associations between sputum neutrophil proportions and future COPD exacerbations as well as to determine whether these associations were affected by […]

Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Column Published May 16, 2023 • 3 minute read Shell-Lee Wert.BI.jpg jpg, BI Article content May is Asthma Awareness Month! For the month of May, the Lung Health Foundation is launching their annual campaign, themed “Asthma Care for All”. Throughout the month they will be featuring four different populations impacted by […]

In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers described the establishment, execution, and assessment of a flexible living strategy to maintain the long-term effects (LTE) of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) guideline by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and manage the uncertain and rapidly expanding associated evidence base. […]

The Ladysmith man shot in the head by police in Duncan on March 28, while driving a stolen skid steer, is breathing on his own and recognizing his loved ones. Davin Cochrane, 32, regained consciousness a few weeks ago but fianceé Sarah Brown said doctors at Victoria General Hospital removed his trachea tube the first […]

8 Perfume, shower gel, detergent or air fresheners – scents are everywhere. What some find pleasurable can be a real problem for asthmatics, triggering asthma attacks. We are surrounded by smells everywhere – both good and bad. Sometimes we don’t even realize it, but our nose is constantly in action. Which fragrances trigger violent reactions […]

Submitted by Stephanie Paulmeno, Greenwich Health Dept, Submitted by Dr. Stephanie Paulmeno, DNP, RN, NHA, CPH, CCM, CDP, Public Health Promotion Specialist Ask Long-COVID sufferers what their most troublesome issues are and you are likely to get a long list of symptoms. The FDA sought these answers (April 2023) in a virtual public meeting intended […]

Chest pain when breathing deeply may indicate several conditions, including COVID-19, pneumonia, and pleurisy. The potential causes vary in severity, and all require different treatments. There are many possible causes of chest pain when breathing deeply. Causes of chest pain are not always serious. However, chest pain is occasionally a symptom of conditions that require […]

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert until 4 p.m. Tuesday covering northern and central Minnesota. The unhealthy air is due to a band of smoke from wildfires burning in Canada. The alert covers the northern half of the state, including Moorhead, Brainerd and Duluth, and as far south as Hinckley, […]

A comprehensive overview of the Baby Nasal Aspirators and Inhalers market is recently added by UnivDatos Market Insights to its humongous database. The Baby Nasal Aspirators and Inhalers report has been aggregated by collecting informative data of various dynamics such as market drivers, restraints, and opportunities. This innovative report makes use of several analyses to […]

Acute Upper Respiratory Infection in a Pediatric Patient During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Report
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A dust storm covered New Delhi almost like a blanket on Tuesday. The air quality dipped and the visibility was reduced to 1,000 meters, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This Delhi dust storm is likely extend to Rajasthan and Haryana for a few more days. It would be wise to raise your guard […]

Nose surgery for breathing can help to correct structural issues that disrupt airway function. There are several surgical procedures a person might consider to achieve this goal. Nose breathing helps prevent respiratory illnesses such as colds and the flu, regulates airflow, and lessens the chance of issues such as tooth decay. When a person’s nasal […]

Illustration by Gary Waters / Ikon Images Editor’s note: This article and the data within it was originally published on 27 October. It is being repromoted in light of new ONS figures which show that the number of people not working in the UK due to long-term sickness has risen to a new record. First […]

Rashelle Stocker was diagnosed with asthma in third grade after having her first attack on the playground. After decades of struggling to manage her asthma, Rashelle found a medication that helped her take back control of this chronic condition. An estimated 21 million adults in the U.S. have asthma, a respiratory condition that causes inflammation […]

As unbelievable as it sounds, scientists found a fish that holds its breath underwater. Just like their mammalian counterparts, hammerhead sharks stop breathing during deep dives. They do have gills just like most fish, which allow the hammerheads to take in oxygen from the water and get rid of carbon dioxide. But they close off […]

In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers discussed the presence of persistent humoral immunity among children and adolescents during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Study: Persistent humoral immunity in children and adolescents throughout the COVID-19 pandemic (June 2020 to July 2022): a prospective school-based cohort study (Ciao Corona) in Switzerland. Image […]

In a recent article published in the journal Sleep, researchers generated a harmonized analysis investigating the impact of preexisting obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) as a risk factor for post-acute sequelae of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) [PASC] in children and adults. They used electronic health record (EHR) data from three research networks within […]

What causes asthma? Understanding what causes asthma can help you better manage its causes and triggers. Whether you, your child or another loved one has asthma, you can feel more in control by knowing your options for reducing asthma symptoms and managing its underlying causes. Asthma is a chronic condition that causes swelling and inflammation […]

Qizhong Liang, a PhD candidate in JILA and the Department of Physics at the University of Colorado Boulder, demonstrates how the laser-based breathalyzer works, in the Ye lab at JILA. Ultimately, the system could be miniaturized for “on-the-go health monitoring.” Credit: Patrick Campbell/CU Boulder Quantum laser-based technology represents a significant advancement in the use of […]

















