Respiratory conditions If you are still deciding whether the COVID-19 (COVID) vaccine is right for you, here is some accurate vaccine information to help clear up some common myths and rumors you may have come across while gathering information. Can COVID-19 vaccines cause variants? COVID vaccines do not create or cause the COVID virus to […]
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Respiratory conditions COVID-19 (COVID) is a disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Most people recover within a few weeks. Older people and those with certain underlying medical conditions are more likely to become severely ill. Safe and effective vaccines are available to protect against COVID infections. Signs & Symptoms Symptoms may be mild or severe
Respiratory conditions In colder climates, cold, dry air can irritate the airways and lungs. When you are outside in cold weather, wear a scarf and try to breathe through your nose. Don’t let indoor air drop below 64 degrees. Regularly use a nasal saline spray or gel. If you have pre-existing lung conditions, such as
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Respiratory conditions Take a slow, deep breath while counting to 5. Now blow it out slowly to the count of 5. Isn’t it amazing how the simple act of taking a breath can make you feel calm? You have your lungs to thank. Together, they provide oxygen for every cell in your body and influence
Respiratory conditions Acute bronchitis is swelling of the air passages of the lung. Chronic bronchitis is swelling of the air passages of the lung that persists for a long time or occurs again and again. Acute Bronchitis Signs & Symptoms * A cough starts out dry. Then mucus or phlegm come with the cough. Hoarseness
Respiratory conditions Asthma is a chronic disease that causes the airways to narrow. Airflow is limited due to inflammation in the airways. General Information Symptoms * A cough lasts more than a week. Coughing may be the only symptom. It often occurs at night or early in the morning. * Shortness of breath. Breathing gets
Respiratory conditions Avian influenza is called “bird flu,” because it naturally occurs in birds. Viruses that cause this do not usually infect humans and other animals, but sporadic human infections with avian influenza have occurred. Outbreaks of “bird flu” could lead to widespread infection in humans. Signs & Symptoms The viruses usually cause no or
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