PULMONARY DISEASES

Friday, 19 January 2024, 18:04 Copiar enlace WhatsApp Facebook X LinkedIn Telegram For weeks now, the waiting rooms at GP surgeries, walk-in clinics and hospitals have been chock-a-block with patients suffering from flu, Covid and other respiratory illnesses typical of this time of year. The clash of several viruses, known as a tripledemic, has almost […]

Winter is here, inflicting its usual array of symptoms — coughs, nasal congestion, fatigue and fever — and, this year, a new COVID-19 variant is dominating the scoreboard. COVID-19 is leading hospital admissions among the respiratory viruses, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Last week, 25 U.S. states had high or […]

The new variant, JN.1 presents with similar symptoms as earlier coronavirus strains, but may be more transmissible. The most recent COVID vaccines should help lower your chances of serious illness or hospitalization from JN.1. Until the surge is over, the best things you can do to protect yourself and your family are getting vaccinated, wearing […]

Overview of Current Respiratory Virus Activity The recent data offers a glimmer of hope as it suggests that the burden on healthcare systems from respiratory viruses may start to recede after weeks of substantial strain. Notably, COVID-19 admissions reduced by nearly 10% in the second week of January. Nonetheless, the fight is far from over, […]

By Nina WuThe Honolulu Star-Advertiser HONOLULU — The new year is starting off with a bang, and not in a good way, with emergency rooms across Oahu experiencing a surge in patients. Most are running at over capacity. “We’re seeing four to five hospitals on Oahu being overwhelmed at the same time,” said Dr. Jim […]

CHENNAI: While there is a rise in the prevalence of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in the city, pulmonologists observed that many patients are not adhering to COPD treatment. Several factors such as lack of awareness and myths about the protocol are major factors to blame, they opined. COPD is a collective term used to […]

Asthma exacerbations were reduced with dupilumab in patients with type 2 (T2) inflammation, with and without evidence of allergic asthma, with no seasonal difference in reductions, according to post-hoc analysis findings published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Although prior exacerbation history is a strong predictor of future exacerbations in asthma, exposure to […]

Lung Health in Winter: You may be aware of the extent to which increasing cold can impact our health, but it is more harmful than you realize. Your important organs, such as your heart, lungs, and other systems, are negatively impacted by cold waves and may have problems that could be dangerous. It may provide […]

Open this photo in gallery: Maggie Mac Neil swims her way to gold in the women’s 100m butterfly at the Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, on Oct. 22, 2023. Mac Neil’s experiences with asthma have led her to become involved with the Lung Health Foundation.Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press The organizer: Maggie Mac Neil The […]

This representational image shows an asthma pump in hand. — Pexels Islamabad: People suffering from asthma may face life threatening emergencies if they do not take extraordinary preventive measures in the existing weather conditions, the dry chilly weather having a high level of polluted air filled with dust and toxic chemicals as there has not […]

Fenugreek seeds, commonly known as methi dana, are not only beneficial for health but also for hair. This easily accessible ingredient is rich in fiber, and incorporating it into your diet can transform its taste. Applying fenugreek seeds to the hair is believed to strengthen and nourish the hair. However, it’s essential to be cautious, […]

Introduction Asthma is a widely prevalent chronic and heterogeneous ailment affecting individuals of all ages, characterized by the presence of airway hyperresponsiveness, mucus hypersecretion, and chronic inflammation.1 This condition is often accompanied by distressing symptoms including dyspnea, wheezing, coughing, and chest tightness, with severe cases potentially posing life-threatening risks.2 The incidence and progression of asthma […]

In the quest for holistic well-being, individuals are increasingly turning to alternative practices that promote both physical and mental health. One such practice gaining popularity is “Lung Yoga,” a specialized form of yoga designed to enhance lung capacity, improve respiratory health, and ward off respiratory diseases. This ancient practice combines the principles of traditional yoga […]

31 The flu epidemic has been raging in this country since mid-December. According to the current weekly report from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), flu is the culprit for one in five people (21 percent) who are struggling with a respiratory illness. Influenza has now even dethroned Corona as the most common respiratory infection. But […]

The national response to the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated the value of nurses and nurse-led models of care in protecting the health of all Australians. In its submission to the Commonwealth Government COVID-19 Response Inquiry, the Australian College of Nursing (ACN) said the response highlighted the need for governments to invest in and empower nurses to […]

The ill effects of COVID-19 and air pollution The JN.1 variant, classified as a variant of interest (VOI) by the World Health Organisation (WHO) due to its rapid spread, is currently present in more than 41 countries, including India. In our current conditions, across North India and especially in Delhi NCR, we have 2 respiratory […]

The JN.1 variant is the most common COVID-19 variant in the U.S. right now. People are experiencing mild, cold-like illnesses with COVID-19. Severe disease is still happening with the virus. It’s been nearly five years since the COVID-19 pandemic began and, at this point, you probably have a good sense of the major signs of […]

video:  Researchers from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have found that a team intervention, provided by phone, leads to persistent improvements in depression, anxiety, and quality of life for people managing chronic illnesses. Additionally, researchers found that the improvement in quality of life results last months after intervention concludes. view more  Credit: University […]

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