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Not Just for Kids: What to Know About RSV in Adults

Your little one was just diagnosed with RSV, and his pediatrician said to be careful taking him around older adults. But why is that? The precaution is because RSV in adults, particularly those aged 60 and older, can be dangerous.
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COPD Holiday Tips: Avoiding Health Risks to Enjoy the Season

The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but for those with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), it can also pose unique challenges. Here are six essential tips to help you enjoy the festivities while prioritizing your respiratory health.
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Making Sense of Emphysema and How It Affects the Lungs

Emphysema is a type of lung disease that affects more than 3 million Americans, according to the American Lung Association. While the condition is relatively common, it’s also preventable in many cases.
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The COPD Transitional Care Team Gets You Home Safely

Living with COPD is difficult. The COPD Transitional Care Team is here to help. Learn how they support patients who live with this chronic disease.
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Pulmonary Rehabilitation: A Breath of Fresh Air

Although there’s no cure for many chronic lung diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), they can be successfully managed.
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Breathe Easier with Oxygen Therapy at Home and On the Go

Oxygen therapy may sound like a complex procedure that limits a person’s mobility and daily routine. However, the need for oxygen therapy doesn’t necessarily restrict a person from their regular daily life. Learn how oxygen therapy works and who it may benefit.
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Vaping and COPD

The Troubling Truth About COPD and Vaping

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is often caused by cigarette smoking. Now, recent research suggests vaping, or e-cigarette use, may also be implicated in new or worsening COPD. Here’s what you need to know.
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At Pulmonologist's office

Should You See a Pulmonologist?

If you often have trouble breathing, your primary care provider might refer you to a pulmonologist. What does that mean and how do they help? Here’s what you need to know.
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When to Visit Urgent Care for COPD

On a good day, COPD symptoms may be hardly noticeable and you can go about your daily routine without much thought to the disease. But you should take note when symptoms start to turn problematic and uncomfortable. Consider working with your provider to create an action plan for when and where to seek care—before COPD becomes a health emergency.
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Taking a Deep Breath

5 Tips for Healthy Lungs

It is important to take care of your lungs. Breathe deep and dive in to learn five ways you can keep your lungs fit and healthy.
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