COPD Risks in ChildhoodChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung disease defined by trouble moving air in and out of the airways. This trouble...reactions29comments
COPD and Runny NosesDo you have sinus problems or a runny nose along with COPD? The symptoms might seem unrelated. But over time, inflammation can...reactions12comments
Prevalence of COPD in Young PeopleChronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) has long been associated with older age. But a trend is beginning to emerge. An increasing number...reactionscomments
Sexual Health and Intimacy With COPDChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an ongoing (chronic) condition. COPD affects the lungs. It can cause difficulty breathing, coughing, or a...reactions3comments
Prevalence of COPD in WomenMore than 15 million people in the United States live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Women may be at a higher...reactionscomments
Summer Heat, Humidity, and Air Quality as COPD TriggersSummer is here, and so is the chance to enjoy the great outdoors. But be careful. If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary...reactions30comments
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Up to 18 percent of people who get shingles will...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and ShinglesThe two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that weakens your immune...reactionscomments
What Is Shingles?Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the...reactionscomments
COPD TriggersChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic lung disease. This means that if you have COPD, you will have to manage...reactions9comments
11 Tips to Prevent Respiratory InfectionsIf you are worried about getting sick from respiratory infections like cold, flu, or RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), it is important to...reactions13comments
Flu, RSV, and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory InfectionsThe flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are all contagious respiratory infections that affect the nose, throat, and lungs. They affect...reactions9comments
Understanding Vaccine RecommendationsEvery year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a...reactions2comments
Respiratory Infections 101Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath...reactions18comments
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The BasicsRespiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, congestion, and shortness of...reactions4comments
Sleep Disorders and COPDGetting a good night’s sleep is an important part of our overall health and well-being. However, people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary...reactionscomments
COPD and SyncopePeople living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may experience syncope. Syncope is the medical term for fainting or passing out. During...reactions12comments
Do I Need a Probiotic With My Antibiotic?For people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (COPD), antibiotic use may be more common than in the general population. Antibiotics serve an...reactions12comments
Discovery of Biomarker May Change COPD and Asthma Diagnosis and TreatmentNew research shows that a tiny molecule could help doctors and scientists figure out who is at risk of a chronic lung...reactionscomments
Pneumonia Vaccines and COPD It is not uncommon to have New Year resolutions that center around health. This year, one of your New Year resolutions may...reactionscomments
