Category Archives: Lung Disorders

Now more than ever, the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the water we drink is all loaded with damaging toxins and hazardous chemicals. This widespread pollution, made worse by habits like smoking, is causing COPD in far too many people.

Defining COPD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is not a singular disease itself, but rather an umbrella term for progressive lung diseases like chronic bronchitis, asthma, and emphysema. It affects more than 20 million people in our country today, so education and prevention are key. Read More →

Emphysema is a disease that progressively damages the alveoli in the lungs. Signs and symptoms of this disease are shortening of breath, wheezing and coughing. But once the disease is diagnosed, it is possible for one to live a relatively natural life with proper care and management. These are some of the health management methods for emphysema. Read More →