Tag: COPD
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ER Stress Biomarkers in COPD: Key Indicators for Management
Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) encompasses a spectrum of chronic inflammatory lung diseases characterized by persistent airflow limitation and progressive decline in lung function. Beyond traditional risk factors like tobacco exposure, accumulating evidence highlights the role of cellular stress responses—particularly endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress—in COPD pathogenesis. ER stress activates the unfolded protein response (UPR),…
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ER Stress-Related Biomarkers in COPD: Unlocking New Insights for Diagnosis and Therapy
Understanding ER Stress and COPD Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex, heterogeneous condition marked by persistent inflammation and progressive decline in lung function. Recent research highlights the role of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress as a key cellular stress response in COPD. When misfolded proteins accumulate in the ER, a signaling cascade known as…
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ER Stress Biomarkers in COPD: Key Indicators of Disease Activity
Introduction to ER Stress and COPD Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a heterogeneous respiratory condition marked by persistent inflammation, airway remodeling, and progressive loss of lung function. In recent years, researchers have turned to cellular stress pathways to better understand COPD pathogenesis. A central player is endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, a cellular state triggered…
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How Healthy Are Your Lungs? Simple Steps to Improve Lung Health
Why Lung Health Matters Your lungs are essential for oxygenating your blood and powering daily activities—from walking up stairs to exercising. Even minor impairments can leave you short of breath, tired, or prone to respiratory infections. People with chronic conditions such as asthma or COPD may experience greater vulnerability during illnesses, making proactive lung care…
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Improve Lung Health: Simple Steps for Healthier Lungs
Why lung health matters Healthy lungs are essential for everyday vitality, energy, and resilience against respiratory infections. For people with chronic conditions such as asthma or COPD, maintaining and protecting lung function is even more critical. Good lung health supports better exercise capacity, clearer breathing, and a reduced risk of complications during respiratory illnesses. While…
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How healthy are your lungs? Improve lung health with these simple steps
How healthy are your lungs? Simple steps to improve your lung health Healthy lungs are essential for energy, endurance, and overall well-being. Whether you have a chronic respiratory condition or just want to keep breath easier, small daily changes can support better lung function and reduce the risk of infections and flare-ups. 1) Protect your…
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Delhi Faces Alarming Surge in Respiratory Illnesses as Smog Deepens
Unprecedented Smog Levels Push Delhi’s Health to the Edge As the air quality index (AQI) readings climb into unhealthy and hazardous ranges, Delhi residents are facing a rising tide of respiratory illnesses. Doctors report a sharp uptick in patients with coughing, wheezing, throat irritation, and breathlessness, especially among children and older adults. The toxic smog,…
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A cough that won’t go away? The real reason could be far more serious than a cold
What a chronic cough means A cough that lingers for eight weeks or longer is typically classified as a chronic cough. It’s not just an annoyance; for many people, it signals an underlying condition that requires medical attention. While a short, acute cough often follows a cold, a chronic cough persists despite time and simple…
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Halifax Announces New Lung Wellness Clinic to Cut Breathing Test Waitlists
New Halifa x Clinic Aims to Shorten Breathing Test Wait Times A new lung wellness clinic is opening in Halifax at the end of November with a clear mission: reduce the long waitlists for breathing tests that have affected patients across Nova Scotia. The clinic will focus on comprehensive respiratory evaluations, including pulmonary function testing,…
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Genetic Resilience to COPD: A Distinct Subtype in Smokers with High Genetic Risk
Understanding genetic resilience to COPD in smokers Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) remains a major health challenge, yet not all smokers with a high genetic risk develop the condition. Recent research introduces a new concept: genetic resilience to COPD. By examining individuals who smoke and carry a high polygenic risk score (PRS) for COPD but…