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Tag: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
5 Tips to Help You Breathe Easier in Hot or Cold Weather
If you have a chronic lung condition, such as asthma or COPD, you may struggle with changing weather conditions. A Cleveland Clinic expert explains tactics to cope with changing weather and tackle breathing issues.
Is It Normal to Get Depressed or Anxious as You Age?
Anxiety and depression aren’t a natural part of aging. Experts say mental health issues are often tied to having other medical problems and getting help is the first step toward feeling better.
COPD Fatigue Can Be Relentless, So Fight Back
COPD fatigue is real. And really hard. But even though you’re using more energy to breathe than you used to, you can beat the fatigue and have an awesome, fun-filled life.
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How Cold Weather Can Spell Trouble for Your Heart and Lungs
Did you know that the cold can also spell trouble for your heart and lungs? Here’s how to avoid complications from hypothermia to COPD and asthma.
Even Smoking ‘Just’ One or Two Cigarettes a Day Increases Your Risk of Lung Disease
A new study shows even light smokers can develop deadly lung diseases such as emphysema and COPD. Pulmonologist Humberto Choi, MD, explains the findings.
