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Long COVID may cause long-term changes in heart and lungs, leading to cardiac and pulmonary diseases
Patients suffering from long COVID may exhibit persistent inflammation in the heart and lungs for up to a year following SARS ...
Greenbrier Christian Academy Softball closer than ever one year after passing of longtime coach
CHESAPEAKE, Va (WAVY) — 2024 was an emotional year for the Greenbrier Christian Academy Softball team. After the passing of ...
This quick finger test can reveal if you’re at greater risk for lung disease
As a result, patients with EDS often report respiratory issues, including shortness of breath, difficulty with deep inhalation, sleep apnea, coughing, wheezing that mimics asthma, and even chest pain ...
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Post-TB lung disease a hidden crisis that affects millions, yet remains ignored
There are more than three million people alive in South Africa who have been cured of TB. But even after being cured, many continue to suffer the long-term after-effects of the disease. To find out ...
This simple finger test may reveal your hidden risk for lung disease
Super-flexible joints, while seemingly harmless, could indicate Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), a condition affecting ...
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Hidden heart and lung damage detected in patients with long COVID
Patients suffering from long COVID may exhibit persistent inflammation in the heart and lungs for up to a year following SARS-CoV-2 infection-even when standard medical tests return normal ...
It's hard to get meds to the lungs: Breathable algae offers a new path
Our lungs are fairly susceptible to diseases. Unlike most other organs, the lungs are in direct contact with the outside ...
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Can Smoking Cannabis Harm Your Lungs? Pulmonologists Weigh In
If you have COPD or are concerned about your lung health, it's safest to avoid smoking or vaping cannabis. While research is ...