Pneumonia Vaccines and Chronic IllnessEditor's Note: This article was written by Canadian Pharmacist and originally appeared on our partner site, COPD.net. Is it time to get...reactionscomments
Recommended Vaccines for People With Chronic IllnessEditor's Note: This article was written by Canadian Pharmacist and originally appeared on our partner site, Type2Diabetes.com. It is that time of...reactionscomments
Respiratory Infections 101Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath...reactionscomments
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...reactions12comments
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...reactions3comments
Vaccines for Pneumococcal Disease: What You Need to KnowEvery year, a tiny germ sends thousands of people to the hospital, and many of them are young children or older adults...reactionscomments
Understanding Pneumococcal DiseasePneumococcal disease is a bacterial infection that can range from a mild ear infection to a life-threatening illness. Many people carry the...reactionscomments
What Is an Ablation for AFib?Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is an irregular heart rhythm caused by random electrical activity. During Afib, the heart’s upper chambers beat too fast...reactionscomments
What Is Eosinophilic Esophagitis?Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic immune system condition that affects the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube that sends food from...reactions4comments
Cardiac Asthma -- What You Need to KnowHave you ever heard of a condition called "cardiac asthma"? Have you wondered if it's the same as the asthma of the...reactions9comments
How Does Asthma Affect Black Americans?Studies show that non-Hispanic Black Americans and those with Puerto Rican ancestry have asthma most often. There are also differences in how...reactionscomments
The Role of Eosinophils in Asthma: What To Know (Part 2)This article begins where my last article, "Eosinophils And Asthma: What To Know (Part 1)" left off. You may benefit from reading...reactions6comments
Rescue Inhalers for Asthma: Can You Use Them After Their Expiration Date?Is it safe to use an expired rescue inhaler? This is an interesting question I heard recently. I have only mild, intermittent...reactions20comments
Asthma Symptoms in KidsAsthma is the most common chronic disease of childhood, affecting more than 6 million kids in the United States. Asthma symptoms and...reactionscomments
Seeing An Ear, Nose, And Throat Specialist For AsthmaIf you have asthma, an ear, nose, and throat specialist can be an important part of your care team. Also known as...reactions5comments
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...reactions11comments
Let’s Discuss the Impact of Asthma on Oxygen LevelsInterestingly, asthma is not considered a disease that lowers oxygen levels. This is true for most asthmatics, and it is true for...reactions42comments
How Does Asthma Affect the Airways?Your body needs oxygen so you can walk, talk, eat, and exercise. The way you get this oxygen is through the air...reactions3comments
Beta Blockers: Are They Safe to Use If You Have Asthma?Traditionally, people with asthma who were on a type of medicine called a beta agonist were cautioned against using a type of...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
