Study reveals air pollution reduces life expectancy more than smoking
Air pollution refers to the presence of harmful particles, particularly fine particulate matter (PM2.5), in the air we breathe. It…
Bronchiectasis: understanding a chronic lung condition
Bronchiectasis is a lung condition that affects the airways and breathing. In this article, we will explore bronchiectasis, gain insights…
Pulmonary rehabilitation: enhancing lung health and quality of life
Pulmonary rehabilitation, also called pulmonary rehab or PR, is a specialized program designed to
Chronic bronchitis: understanding the basics
Chronic bronchitis is a long-term respiratory condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It’s characterized by persistent coughing, often accompanied…
Breathe easy: simple ways to keep lungs healthy
Our lungs play a vital role in our respiratory health, and it’s essential that we take care of them for…
What’s pulmonary arterial hypertension?
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a type of pulmonary hypertension (PH). It is a serious and life-threatening lung disease that…
Why do we cough? an explanation for everyone
Almost everyone experiences coughing at some point in their lives. Many consider it just another minor discomfort, but the truth…
The link between air pollution and lung nodules
Lung nodules are abnormal growths or lesions that form in the lung. While nodules are common and most are not…
Clean air can help improve lung health
Did you know that breathing fresh and pure air is essential to maintaining a healthy body? The quality of the…
Pulmonary parenchymal band: causes and treatment
A pulmonary parenchymal band is a common finding on chest x-rays and CT scans. It appears as a linear, band-like…