This document discusses the symptoms and treatment of acute bronchitis, including tips on when to call or visit your doctor.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
American Academy of Family Physicians
A fact sheet about asbestos, asbestos-related diseases, and information on how workers can protect themselves from asbestos exposure.
Review Date: January 10, 2013
National Cancer Institute
This fact sheet provides a number of lifestyle and home remedies for acute and chronic bronchitis, in addition to measures to help lower your risk of bronchitis and protect your lungs in general. The causes, risk factors, symptoms and treatments for bronchitis are presented as well.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
This comprehensive guide will help you understand lung cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages. Learn about lung cancer risk, early detection, surgical treatments and upcoming research.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
Lung Cancer Alliance
Here are some helpful tips on how best to provide support for your loved one with pulmonary hypertension.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
Pulmonary Hypertension Association
Find a clinic, hospital or medical center near you that specializes in pulmonary hypertension treatment.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
PHCentral
Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body, causes many diseases, and reduces the health of smokers in general. Learn why it is important to stop smoking.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Call 1-800-298-2436 to speak to experienced staff about lung cancer screening, diagnosis, symptoms, treatment options, and support.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
Lung Cancer Alliance
This page lists support programs available for persons diagnosed with lung cancer and their families, such as support groups, a Phone Buddy Program offering peer-to-peer support, and a free web site allowing people to stay in touch during treatment and recovery.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
Lung Cancer Alliance
A metered-dose inhaler is a device that helps deliver a specific amount of medication to your lungs. It is commonly used to treat asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and other respiratory problems.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
American Academy of Family Physicians
Pleurisy occurs when the double membrane (pleura) that lines the chest cavity and surrounds each of your lungs becomes inflamed. The condition, also called pleuritis, typically causes sharp pain, almost always during the motion of breathing.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
This list contains the portable oxygen concentrators approved by the FAA for use on flights. Links to the websites for each model are provided so that you can compare features, availability and price.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
PHCentral
Learn how to protect yourself if you are exposed to coal dust on the job or elsewhere.
Review Date: January 04, 2013
American Lung Association
Find information on educational webinars, podcasts, the Breathe Bulletin electronic newsletter, lung transplantation resources, and more.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
The Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation's support groups provide safe environment where patients, caregivers, families and friends can share their experiences and concerns about idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).
Review Date: February 09, 2011
Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation
Pulmonary hypertension patients experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, dizziness and fatigue. If you are experiencing these symptoms, search the Pulmonary Hypertension Association Doctor Directory to find a specialist in your geographic area.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
Pulmonary Hypertension Association
Here is a support group listing, by state, for individuals coping with pulmonary hypertension.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
PHCentral
Answer true or false to 10 statements that test what you know about inhalers. Learn to understand and use the inhalers correctly to make sure you are getting the correct amount of medicine for your lung condition.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
American Association for Respiratory Care
Test your knowledge of air pollution and respiratory health. Answer true or false to the statements and find out what you know about the link between air pollution and respiratory disease.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
American Association for Respiratory Care
Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of the lungs. Many small germs, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi, can cause pneumonia. The publication links to more information about the infection, including types, diagnosis, treatments, and prevention.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - NHLBI
National Institutes of Health
This booklet provides information about preventing lung cancer, and describes the symptoms, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of this disease.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
National Cancer Institute
