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…
Smoking and lung disease
Smoking is a common practice that has been linked to a number of health issues. Lung disease is one of…
What’s a lung mass?
A lung mass (also called pulmonary mass) is usually found on a chest X-ray or chest CT scan during a…
What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common chronic lung disease caused mainly by smoking and other environmental irritants.
Can people with lung nodules be vaccinated for COVID-19?
The possibility of vaccination for people with lung nodules usually depends on the characteristics of the nodules and on individual…
Ways to keep your lungs healthy
The lungs are one of the most important organs in the body and play a vital role in our health.…
Are pulmonary parenchymal bands the same as lung nodules?
Pulmonary parenchymal bands and lung nodules are both common signs in chest imaging, but they are not the same thing.…
What is lung cancer?
Lung cancer mainly refers to primary lung cancer, i.e. a cancerous (malignant) tumor that starts in the cells of the…