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Wet coughs: What to know

Wet coughs: What to know

A wet cough is a type of cough that brings up fluid, such as phlegm. This is the opposite of a dry cough, which does not produce any fluid. In some cases, the type of cough a person has can help indicate its cause. This is because some underlying conditions produce mainly wet coughs, while […]

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Is it bronchitis or pneumonia?

Is it bronchitis or pneumonia?

Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchial tubes in the lungs, while pneumonia causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs, which doctors call the alveoli. Both infections affect breathing and can cause intense pain and coughing, but there are some important differences between them. Read on to learn more about the differences in symptoms, […]

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How playing in a brass band could give your health a boost

How playing in a brass band could give your health a boost

New research from the United Kingdom suggests that people who play in a brass band experience a wide array of mental and physical health benefits — partly from playing an instrument, and, in part, thanks to the feeling of inclusion in a group. Share on PinterestBeing in a brass band could bring you many physical […]

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9 tips for sleeping with a stuffy nose

9 tips for sleeping with a stuffy nose

If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. Allergies, colds, the flu, and other common causes of a stuffy nose can make sleeping difficult, or even impossible. A person might wake dozens of times feeling as though they cannot breathe, or they might struggle […]

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When should I use a humidifier vs. a vaporizer?

When should I use a humidifier vs. a vaporizer?

If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. Humidifiers and vaporizers add water vapor to the air. They make the air moist and combat dryness, making them a useful home remedy for many conditions that can cause a dry nose, skin dryness, or congestion. […]

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Human breath may significantly affect office air quality

Human breath may significantly affect office air quality

New research suggests that the greatest pollutants of office air are humans, who unwittingly carry and disperse unhealthful volatile compounds by wearing deodorant — and even by breathing. How do humans negatively affect office air quality? There is a lot of concern about the negative effects of air pollution on health. Exposure to polluted air […]

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What to know about bronchiolitis

What to know about bronchiolitis

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What to know about inhaled steroids

What to know about inhaled steroids

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Emphysema vs. chronic bronchitis

Emphysema vs. chronic bronchitis

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A complete guide to home nebulizer therapy

A complete guide to home nebulizer therapy

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