He ran a myriad of tests including extensive bloodwork that checked for the rare Jo-1 antibody. When it can back positive, ...

This section will help you determine techniques for coping with lung cancer side effects. Always talk to your doctor or nurse when you experience a side effect from lung cancer treatment. They may be ...

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Alpha- antitrypsin deficiency is a rare genetic disorder that is passed on in families and primarily affects the lungs and liver. Rarely, the skin may be affected as well. When this condition affects ...

Connect with others living with lung diseases such as COPD, asthma or pulmonary fibrosis. Better Breathers Club meetings provide in-person and virtual support and feature educational presentations on ...

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 ...

Enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC) Recursos en español La American Lung Association se compromete a apoyar a los afectados por la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC). Ofrecemos ...

The Accelerator Program drives today's scientific discoveries into tomorrow's lung health solutions. Investing in mid- to late-stage research, the Accelerator program identifies and empowers visionary ...

The Centers for Disease Control has recently updated its guidelines for respiratory immunizations, including influenza, COVID-19, and RSV. The CDC recommends: Pregnant woman can receive an RSV ...

There are approximately 600 ingredients in cigarettes. When burned, they create more than 7,000 chemicals. At least 69 of these chemicals are known to cause cancer, and many are poisonous.

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has made major changes to the health insurance market and has increased the focus on prevention in healthcare, which includes tobacco cessation. Over the last decade ...

Treatment for pneumonia depends on the type of pneumonia you have, how sick you are feeling, your age, and whether you have other health conditions. The goals of treatment are to cure the infection ...