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Kathi MacNaughton

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Tips for Traveling When You Have COPD

Taking a trip when you have a debilitating chronic illness like COPD can be challenging, but with a little planning and preparation, it CAN be done successfully. You and/or any caregivers can use these tips to make the whole process go more smoothly.   1. First off, be sure you discuss your plans with your doctor. Your doctor can make sure... Read moreChevron
posted 02/18/2013, comments (0)|
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Asthma: The Good News Is It Can Be Controlled

Deaths associated with asthma attacks have decreased over the last decade but the number of people having severe asthma attacks and missing school or work because of it, has changed very little. New medications have aided doctors in tailoring treatment to the particular needs of the patient. So why haven’t asthma flare-ups and... Read moreChevron
posted 01/04/2013, comments (0)|
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Allergen of the Month: Sulfa-Containing Medications

Allergy to sulfa-containing medications is very common; these are typically antibiotics. However, not all antibiotics are pills. Doctors will sometimes prescribe antibiotic eye drops or ointments for ‘pink eye’. Several eye drop preparations contain sulfa antibiotics, and it may not occur to the patient to answer that they have any... Read moreChevron
posted 10/07/2010, comments (0)|
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Heather Reese

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Food Factors In Asthma

Think what you eat has nothing to do with your battle with Asthma? Think Again. Nutrition Expert Heather Reese explains. Most experts agree that there is very little evidence supporting a direct link between food and asthma. However, there is a lot of evidence showing that a well-balanced diet contributes to overall good health as well... Read moreChevron
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