When exercising, cells will need more oxygen and produce more carbon dioxide as a result of increased respiration. When blood reaches the lungs, a larger volume of air is needed to replace the ...

In light of Pope Francis’ latest diagnosis, Dr. Leana Wen explains why older adults are especially at risk for serious ...

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Fourth, the immune system weakens with age ... Wen: People may experience such difficulty breathing that they need additional respiratory support, including intubation where a machine helps ...

A service for patients with lung and breathing problems has been extended due to high demand. The North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB) invested £1.5m in 34 winter respiratory hubs ...

Maybe you've been in a room recently with someone who's coughing, but they say "I promise it's not COVID." While it's important to still be cautious about COVID-19, there are other viral ...

Background: Idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis (IPH) is a rare, chronic pulmonary disease with etiology still unknown and a dual symptomatology, sanguine and respiratory, that is evolving ...

Stress management with mindfulness activities: Stress can exacerbate respiratory diseases and disrupt quality of life. Practicing mindfulness activities such as yoga, meditation, and breathing ...