PULMONARY DISEASES

A Triple Threat of Respiratory Illnesses The winter season in the United States is witnessing a significant rise in the cases of COVID-19, influenza (the flu), and the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). These respiratory illnesses are not only prevalent but are expected to stick around for most of the winter, requiring us to remain vigilant […]

Your husband’s home from work sick, the kids have a nasty cough, and you’re fairly certain you heard the dog start to get the sniffles. It seems like everybody is sick, but what does the data say? How many people getting sick? As of Dec. 29, data reported to the CDC reflected New Jersey at […]

Fordham University researchers partner with Bronx schools to collect air quality data, highlight impacts of climate change and economic inequality. From the Journal: The Physics Teacher Left: Incidence of asthma-related emergency room visits by children in New York City neighborhoods, along with air quality data collected by a FRESH Air site in one of those […]

Another coronavirus variant is circulating in the United States, following the busy holiday season, and it’s already in California. JN.1 is one of the latest COVID-19 variants that experts are tracking. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of Dec. 23, 2023, JN.1 made up an estimated 39 to 50% of […]

Over 200,000 people fell sick and 25 died of winter diseases in the past 1.5 months 04 January, 2024, 12:00 pm Last modified: 04 January, 2024, 05:55 pm Infograph: TBS “> Infograph: TBS As winter tightens its grip across Bangladesh, a surge in cold-related illnesses is causing alarming spikes in hospitalisations, particularly among children and […]

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Health care providers across the Lehigh Valley say they are seeing a spike in respiratory illnesses following the holiday season. “All of the hospitals in the area are seeing major surges in terms of patients,” said Dr. Jeffrey Jahre, St. Luke’s University Health Network’s senior vice president of medical and academic affairs […]

Lincoln hospitals are seeing more patients amid a spike in respiratory illnesses, and at least one is bringing back masks for certain staff members. According to the Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department, the county recorded 342 COVID-19 cases the week before Christmas, the highest weekly number of cases since the same week in 2022. The Health […]

A FATHER has died of flu after visiting his family this Christmas, highlighting just how dangerous the common virus can be. Special education teacher, Cody Capps, was 37 when he passed away in intensive care from complications related to flu. 2 Cody Capps died suddenly of flu over ChristmasCredit: Facebook 2 Cody is survived by […]

Are you worried about asthma and its impact on your health? Asthma is a common respiratory condition that affects millions of people worldwide. In this article, we will delve into the essential aspects of asthma, including its symptoms, asthma causes, types of asthma, diagnosis and treatment options. Whether you’re looking for information for yourself or […]

Respiratory illness cases see an uptick during winter. In the cold months, outpatient departments (OPDs) are flooded with most people complaining of viral infections like the common cold and flu. Low temperatures cause the air to dry up, weakening the human body’s immune system. Moreover, viruses tend to live longer in cold weather, especially during […]

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45 by Chiara Bidoli How to recognize the symptoms of flu, Covid, respiratory syncytial virus and what to do in case of cough, fever, diarrhea. The pediatrician’s advice Access to the emergency room for children tripled due to respiratory viruses. These days «we are at the center of the peak of the epidemic of respiratory […]

Home Health Swine Flu Cases Rise in India: Persistent Sore Throat And Other 5 Symptoms That SHOULD NOT Be Overlooked Recently, a 57-year-old man died after being infected with swine flu. There has been a steady rise in the cases in India from past month. Here are some important signs and symptoms that should not […]

Health centers are unable to cope with seasonal epidemics of respiratory viruses. In late 2023, after several seasons of unusual behavior caused by the coronavirus, the flu returned. It has also joined the ranks of coronavirus, which, although less impactful and virulent, has seen consultations collapse due to high patient demand and depleted staff over […]

PonyWang/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — Health officials in Suffolk County, New York, are warning the public that cases of the respiratory bacterial infection called pertussis, also known as whooping cough, have been on the rise in the area. In Suffolk County, 108 cases of pertussis were reported or suspected in 2023. One hundred of those […]

LA County Reinstates Healthcare Facility Mask Mandate  By Dolores Quintana According to the latest weekly press release from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LACDPH), in the last week, the daily average of reported COVID-19 cases has surged by over 25%, escalating from 495 to 621. It is essential to note that this […]

Home Health Covid JN.1: How to Tackle Spread of Respiratory Illness During Winter Months? Covid JN.1 is the force behind rise in fresh cases. Winters can be little more challenging when it comes to respiratory illness. Covid JN.1: How to Tackle Spread of Respiratory Illness During Winter Months? (Freepik) Covid JN. 1: The new Covid […]

If you’ve ever wondered why you find yourself coughing and sneezing more during the winter months, the answer is actually pretty simple. Kristen Westenfield, M.D., is a physician at Sanford Health in Watertown, South Dakota. Dr. Westenfield said since we find ourselves inside more often, it’s easier for viruses to spread from one person to […]