Tag: lung health
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A Cough That Won’t Go Away? The Real Reason Could Be More Serious Than a Cold
Why a cough that lasts weeks matters A cough that persists beyond eight weeks is labeled a chronic cough. Far from just a nuisance, it can be an early warning sign of several health issues that deserve attention. While a lingering cough can start from a simple cold, allergies, or irritation, it often reflects an…
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A Persistent Cough: When Eight Weeks Signals More Than a Cold
Introduction: When a cough sticks around A cough that lasts more than eight weeks isn’t just a stubborn cold. Known as a chronic cough, it can be a symptom of several underlying conditions. While many cases improve with simple relief, others require a deeper medical evaluation to uncover issues like asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD),…
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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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New Halifax Lung Wellness Clinic Aims to Cut Breathing Test Waitlists
Halifax Opens a New Lung Wellness Clinic to Tackle Waitlists A new lung wellness clinic in Halifax is set to open at the end of November, with a mission that goes beyond patient care. The facility aims to reduce long waitlists for breathing tests and serve as a strategic recruitment tool to fill respiratory therapy…
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Nova Scotia lung clinic opens to cut breathing test waits
A new beacon for lung health in Halifax A Halifax-based center dedicated to lung health is preparing to open at the end of November, with the goal of reducing prolonged waitlists for breathing tests and strengthening Nova Scotia’s respiratory therapy workforce. The Nova Scotia Lung Wellness Clinic aims to streamline access to essential diagnostics, such…
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Drying Salton Sea Threatens Lungs: New Research Highlights Child-Specific Risks
Overview: Dust, Dust, and More Dust As California’s Salton Sea shrinks, its exposed lakebed stirs up chemical-laden dust that can be inhaled by nearby residents. New peer-reviewed findings from researchers at the University of California illuminate how this environmental shift may be impacting lung health, particularly among children who live in communities around the drying…
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Salton Sea Dust Spurs Lung Health Concerns in California Communities
Overview: Dust from a Shrinking Lake Affects Local Lungs A new peer‑reviewed study from the University of California examines how chemical‑laden dust stirred by the drying Salton Sea in Southern California may be affecting the respiratory health of nearby residents. The research highlights a troubling intersection of environmental change, air quality, and public health, with…
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Lung Nodules: What They Are and How They Are Evaluated
Understanding lung nodules Lung nodules are small, round or oval growths in the lungs, usually measuring a few millimeters to a few centimeters. Most nodules are benign (non-cancerous) and result from infections, inflammatory processes, scar tissue, or benign tumors. However, a subset can be cancerous or indicate an early stage of disease. The challenge for…
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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…
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LungGames launches Sparky: a breathing-training game for kids
Introducing Sparky: A new way to teach young children breathing techniques Canadian software developer LungGames is expanding the frontier of pediatric health with Sparky™, a video game that teaches preschool and early elementary-age children the breathing exercises critical for respiratory health. Launched on October 15, 2025, Sparky combines play with medical-grade guidance, enabling clinicians and…