Quit Smoking & Vaping | American Lung Association
WEBQuit Smoking. Want to stop smoking or vaping or help a loved one quit? We're here for you every step of the way with tools, tips and support. The important thing is to keep trying to quit, until you quit for good. Our proven tools, tips and support can help you or your loved one end your addiction to tobacco and begin a new, smokefree phase of ...
COPD - Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - American Lung …
WEBChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema, is a long-term lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. The good news is COPD is often preventable and treatable. Here you'll find information, resources and tools to help you understand COPD, manage treatment and lifestyle changes, find support ...
Pneumonia Treatment and Recovery - American Lung Association
WEBIt may take time to recover from pneumonia. Some people feel better and are able to return to their normal routines within a week. For other people, it can take a month or more. Most people continue to feel tired for about a month. Adequate rest is important to maintain progress toward full recovery and to avoid relapse.
What Causes Asthma? | American Lung Association
WEBJun 7, 2024 · If you have asthma, exposures to certain elements in the workplace can cause asthma symptoms. And, for some people, exposure to certain dusts (industrial or wood dusts), chemical fumes and vapors, and molds can cause asthma to develop for the very first time. Smoking. Cigarette smoke irritates the airways. Smokers have a high risk …
Steps to Take if You Test Positive for COVID-19
WEBContact your healthcare provider. Tell them you tested positive for COVID-19 and are home recovering. Based on your underlying health and symptoms you may warrant and benefit from additional treatment that works best when started early. Take it …
Bronchitis Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment - American Lung …
WEBJun 7, 2024 · The most common symptoms of bronchitis are: Runny, stuffy nose. Low-grade fever. Chest congestion. Wheezing or a whistling sound while breathing. A cough that may produce yellow or green mucus (sputum)
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WEBFor more than 120 years the American Lung Association has been the champion of lung health. We have come a long way since our founding in 1904, when we were devoted to curing tuberculosis. Now we are the trusted champions of all lung health topics. $25 million commitment to end COVID-19 and defend against future respiratory viruses.
Health Effects of Smoking | American Lung Association
WEBSep 11, 2024 · Even among smokers who have quit, chronic lung disease still accounts for 50% of smoking-related conditions. 4. Smoking harms nearly every organ in the body, and is a main cause of lung cancer and COPD. It also is a cause of coronary heart disease, stroke and a host of other cancers and diseases. 1See more of the health effects …
WEBThe information in this billing guide is intended for use by stakeholders including: State and local public health professionals working to increase rates of lung cancer screening by health care providers, Health systems and providers who are currently ofering lung cancer screening including lung cancer program navigators2 and program ...
Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treating Pneumothorax
WEBOther signals that the problem may be a collapsed lung are: Sharp, stabbing chest pain that worsens when trying to breath in. Shortness of breath. Bluish skin caused by a lack of oxygen. Fatigue. Rapid breathing and heartbeat. A dry, hacking cough.