Lung & Respiratory
Find the latest stories, news, and expert advice about lung and respiratory health, including medical research on symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Keeping Airways Clear with COPD
If sputum, a mixture of mucus and saliva, is not cleared from the lungs, it can cause ongoing inflammation and damage. These tips if done regularly, can help keep airways as clean as possible.
The Latest
More Proof: E-Cigarettes Are Not Healthy
The flavorings in e-cigs might be enticing, but new research suggests they can cause significant damage to blood vessels. Here’s what you need to know about vaping—and how to quit all cigarettes for good.
Traffic Pollution Causes Millions of Asthma Cases in Kids
Asthma in kids is a huge problem — and a new study nailed down just how much traffic-related pollution is to blame.
The Air Pollution INSIDE Your Home May Rival That of a Major City's
Keeping your house clean can actually make the air dirtier, say researchers. In fact, cooking and cleaning can lead to air pollution similar to a major city.
Catching Your Breath With Lung Cancer
A common side effect of lung cancer is shortness of breath, which can be uncomfortable and even frightening. Here are some ways to manage the challenge.
Is Your Shower Making You Sick?
Areas of the United States where certain bacteria are most prevalent in showerheads are the same areas where bacterial lung infections are most common.
Wood Smoke and Your Lungs: Your Gender Matters
The respiratory effects of wood smoke vary in men and women, according to a study, but these differences aren’t clear when data is combined.
Respiratory Illnesses Linked to Cooking With Wood or Coal
People who live in homes where wood, coal, and other solid fuels are burned to cook food are at increased risk for serious respiratory problems.
An Apple a Day May Keep COPD Away
Research shows that loading up on antioxidants such as apples, tomatoes, and Vitamin C can repair lung damage caused by smoking, and slow decline for those with COPD.
The Best and Worst Foods for Severe Asthma
Learn more about the foods that might be triggering your severe asthma.
Enjoying Winter Fun, Even With Asthma
Frigid and dry winter air, plus cold and flu season, make winter fun challenging, but not impossible. Learn ways you can prevent asthma symptoms during winter.
Meet the Experts
Eli Hendel, M.D.
Health Professional, Medical ReviewerEli Hendel, M.D., is a board-certified internist/pulmonary specialist with board certification in Sleep Medicine.
Jennifer Mitchell Rackley
B.S. Dietetics, Dietitian, Health ProfessionalJennifer is a dietitian with a passion for educating and empowering families on their journey through illness.
Stephanie Stephens
M.A., Health WriterStephanie Stephens is a digital journalist, audio/video producer and host, specializing in health and celebrities.