Health Tip: Don't Neglect Warning Signs of Lung Disease

(HealthDay News) -- Your lungs are delicate organs, and whatever is in the air you breathe can directly affect their health.

The American Lung Association says warning signs of lung disease include:

  • A cough that lasts at least a month.
  • Shortness of breath after little or no activity, or that doesn't improve after you've finished exercising.
  • Wheezing or other signs of difficulty breathing.
  • Chronic chest pain that lasts at least a month.
  • Producing blood when you cough.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    UV Light Effective Against Indoor Allergens, Study Says

    Mothers' Milk Might Be Key To Avoiding Childhood Food Allergies

    Watching the Super Bowl? Doctors Warn About Hidden Health Risks for Fans

    Wildfire Smoke Alters Immune System, Study Says

    Are You Ruining Your Child's Chance To Avoid Food Allergies?

    Digital Tool Potentially Predicts Childhood Asthma

    Medicaid 'Unwinding' Cost Kids Access To Asthma Inhalers, Other Chronic Disease Meds

    Wildfire Smoke Flooded ERs With Asthma Cases

    Cities Contribute To Asthma, Researchers Argue

    Clean Indoor Air Key To Preventing Asthma Attacks

    FDA Declines to Review Moderna’s mRNA Flu Vaccine Application

    Flu Season Starts Early in NYC as Cases Rise Fast

    How Wildfires Might Increase Risk Of Flu, COVID-19

    Moderna's Combo Flu and COVID Shot Shows Promise

    Watching the Super Bowl? Doctors Warn About Hidden Health Risks for Fans