PULMONARY DISEASES

The IMF had recently approved a loan of 4.7 billion US dollar for Bangladesh. The foreign minister further said that the IMF managing director highly praised the unprecedented advancement of Bangladesh in various sectors under the dynamic leadership of Sheikh Hasina which makes Bangladesh economy stable after the Covid-19 pandemic. “Bangladesh is a role model […]

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said the global lender assured Bangladesh of continuing to provide loan in future. “We have taken the loan from the IMF as a breathing space,” Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen quoted the prime minister as saying at a briefing. For all latest news, follow The Daily Star’s Google News […]

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Saturday said Bangladesh has taken a loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as a “breathing space” while the global lender assured of continuing to provide such support in future. “We have taken the loan from the IMF as breathing space,” quoting the Prime Minister as saying Foreign Minister Dr […]

Our bodies are finely tuned machines and need oxygen to produce energy. Atmospheric air enters our body through the airways. Upon reaching the lungs, the inhaled oxygen diffuses into the blood and is exchanged for carbon dioxide, which is thrown out of the body. The smooth running of the airways and other parts of the […]

. Three years after the COVID-19 pandemic, experts have warned about the presence of Arcturus, the new variant of the disease caused by the SARS-CoV2 virus, which in the United States accounts for at least 6 percent of new infections. Arcturus, or XBB1.16, is the new variant of COVID-19 that was first identified in January […]

For nine years British citizen Chris Ryan struggled to breathe after being diagnosed with a chronic lung disease… There’s never been a more important time to support independent media. From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you. […]

Residents near the Suncor refinery in Commerce City should exercise caution when conducting outdoor activities today following a report from the company that it exceeded permitted levels of sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide, according to state public health officials.  The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Air Pollution Control Division detected elevated levels of […]

The dry season directly affects the air quality, and therefore also to our respiratory system. This happens because when it doesn’t rain, the particles remain in suspension and are not destroyed. Therefore, its transmission is much easier. This will affect both people who already have a diagnosed respiratory condition and those who don’t. The first […]

The post attracted a wide range of comments from the users. An account wondered what was wrong with deer. The internet is filled with heartwarming images and videos that reaffirm the enduring belief that humanity is still alive. Indian Forest Service officer (IFS), Parveen Kaswan, recently shared such a heart-melting moment on Twitter. The post […]

59 Here’s how allergies can “trick” you and make it look like a cold! Allergies are present throughout the year, but are much more common in the spring, when plants are blooming. Seasonal allergic rhinitis is most often caused by tree, grass and weed pollen. During this period, tree and grass pollen is present in […]

Throughout a fair amount of the Covid-19 pandemic, high profile individuals, such as Queen Letizia … [+] of Spain (pictured here), have worn face masks in public areas. (Photo by Paolo Blocco/WireImage) WireImage For years and years, lots of people—such as surgeons, nurses, dentists, dental hygienists, carpenters, construction workers, actors, cosplayers, and Deadpool—regularly wore face […]

Photo by Krystian Graba A just-released study raises concern that vaping e-cigarettes could trigger an inflammatory response similar to what’s seen in asthma. As evidenced by countless quit vaping support group posts, difficulty breathing is already an issue: “I’m so tired of not even being able to walk up the stairs without losing my breath, […]

Sweltering summer heat can be harmful for people with asthma as hot air can tighten airways and make them narrow which could lead to difficult breathing. During summer, the stagnant air can trap pollutants and dust which can lead to exacerbation of asthma symptoms. Due to the same reason, air pollution levels could also be […]

Asthma is a common lung disease that occurs when your airways narrow down and swell and is blocked by extra mucus causing difficulty in breathing. The signs and symptoms of asthma are wheezing, fatigue, cough, chest tightness and even weakness. The causes of asthma are due to pollen, dust, smoke and pollution and it’s important […]

A free one-on-one asthma consultation will be offered on World Asthma Day on May 2 at Victoria Park 11.30am to 2.00pm. A spokesperson said, “How much ventolin is too much? Come find out from one of our asthma educators. “Bring your inhalers and come for a free one-on-one asthma consultation. Receive a free pillow and […]

You can watch this Peer Exchange here. The bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster was developed to target the Omicron as well as the original variant of SARS-CoV-2. Although the vaccines’ mRNA technology has improved our ability to rapidly modify them to target multiple strains, education on the safety of these boosters is needed to minimize hesitancy and […]

When Sarah Wieland leaves her apartment, she experiences a kind of gauntlet: the neighbor’s perfume and cleaning agent residue hang in the air in the stairwell. The smell of fabric softener wafts from the laundry room. On the way, people spread scent from hairspray, creams and detergents. What sounds pleasant for some people is a […]

Asthma is a lung disease leading to the narrowing of the airways and is blocked by excess mucus thus, one will have breathing problems. The symptoms of asthma are wheezing, fatigue, cough, chest tightness and even weakness and if left untreated, asthma can lead to higher morbidity and mortality rates in the country. Health expert […]

A recent study posted to bioRxiv* conducted surveillance of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in wildlife in Vermont, United States (US). Study: Surveillance of Vermont wildlife in 2021-2022 reveals no detected SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA. Image Credit: TomReichner/Shutterstock.com *Important notice: bioRxiv publishes preliminary scientific reports that are not peer-reviewed and, therefore, should not be regarded as […]

COVID-19 Infection Treatment: It’s been three years since COVID-19 hit us, and now the symptoms and treatment measures are all too similar. It is now established that COVID-19 is here to stay and it will become a part of a long list of common diseases that infect humans. After contracting COVID-19, you experience symptoms like […]