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This summer, as gas prices continue to climb and people look to take that annual road trip, it may be time to give EVs a ...
A doctor and patient both offer their perspectives on the challenges of returning home from the hospital after a COPD ...
With summer quickly approaching, the American Lung Association in California is encouraging Bay Area residents to take steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from the health harms of ...
Enforcing a smokefree policy in a multi-unit housing complex can seem intimidating, but actual experience from property managers and owners across the country that have implemented policies prove that ...
Bronchiolitis obliterans is a rare and dangerous type of obstructive lung disease. Bronchiolitis obliterans is most commonly caused by breathing in toxicants over time, the most common being diacetyl.
Even though lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., many people don’t know much about it. Unfortunately, lack of symptoms often means that lung cancer can go undiagnosed or ...
Across the country, communities have their own benchmarks for how cold it typically gets. Extreme cold is generally considered to be below freezing or at least ten degrees colder than usual. These ...
You’ve tested your home for radon as we keep urging you to, and, surprise! You discover your levels are dangerously high. Now what? First, relax: you’re not alone. One in 15 homes across the country ...
Steps to take if you were exposed to COVID-19 If you were exposed to COVID-19, take the additional precautions listed above for 5 days. Test for COVID-19 at least 5 days after you were exposed or if ...
It may take more planning, but many people successfully travel while using oxygen therapy. Learn some key points to consider before you travel with oxygen. Types of Travel Oxygen A compressed oxygen ...
How Asbestosis Is Treated There is no treatment that can reverse the damage done by asbestos, but certain steps can help slow down progression of the disease and relieve symptoms. Avoiding further ...