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January 13, 2025/Lung

Yes, Hookah Is Just as Bad for You as Cigarettes

From dental diseases to cardiovascular problems, the harmful effects of smoking hookah have plenty of downsides for your health

Caregiver setting a humidfier is child's bedroom, with child in bed and cat sleeping on the floor

January 10, 2025/Lung

4 Ways a Humidifier Can Improve Your Health

Used correctly, a humidifier can help with nose bleeds, allergies, dry skin, sleep quality and more

Person in bed sleeping on their side, covers off

January 3, 2025/Sleep

Breathing Problems? Try These Sleep Positions

If you’re feeling short of breath, sleep can be tough — propping yourself up or sleeping on your side may help

Person wearing earbuds, sitting in bed undercovers, coughing into their elbow, with laptop open on lap

December 3, 2024/Lung

Best Ways To Stop a Cough

Certain medicines and home remedies like ginger, honey and thyme can help calm a cough

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Older male reclining on couch, blowing nose, with cold medications and products on coffee table

November 25, 2024/Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

What’s the Difference Between Walking Pneumonia and Pneumonia?

Walking pneumonia is milder and doesn’t always require medication — but it’s also highly contagious

Person with eyes closed, inhaling on an asthma inhaler

November 12, 2024/Lung

Why Is My Asthma Worse at Night?

Nighttime asthma attacks can be due to acid reflux, allergens and hormonal changes, but treatment can help prevent them

Caretaker reading a digital thermometer, while placing their hand on a sick-looking child's forehead

October 10, 2024/Infectious Disease

How Contagious Is RSV?

Respiratory syncytial virus spreads easily through respiratory droplets spewed out by those who are infected

Fingers holding a nicotine pouch in front of container of nicotine pouches

October 9, 2024/Oral Health

Are Nicotine Pouches Safer Than Smoking?

They don’t contain tobacco, but these toxic, highly addictive products can permanently damage your health

July 25, 2024/Primary Care

Nose Breathing vs. Mouth Breathing: Which Is Better?

Breathing through your nose is far better for you, but depending on your anatomy, that may not always be possible

Yogurt, granola, fruit parfatis, with fruit on cutting boards

April 26, 2024/Lung

What To Eat When You Have COPD

A change in diet won’t cure COPD — but getting to or maintaining a healthy weight will help