Getting a flu shot is the most effective approach to protect yourself and your family. The flu isn’t “just a cold”—it can produce high fever, cough, and body pains, and in rare cases lead to pneumonia or catastrophic complications, especially for children, seniors, and those with asthma, COPD, or heart issues. Flu vaccines reduce the…
Read MoreWorld Pulmonary Fibrosis Month is observed in September each year to increase awareness of this progressive and chronic lung illness. This awareness month aims to raise awareness of the difficulties that patients and their families endure, support early diagnosis, and stimulate research into more effective therapies. Although there is currently no cure for pulmonary fibrosis,…
Read MoreOn August 1st, World Lung Cancer Day 2025 brings the world together to raise awareness about this deadly form of cancer. Even though we’ve made progress in treatment, lung cancer still takes the top spot as the leading cause of cancer-related death’s. This year’s theme, “Breathe Better, Live Stronger,” highlights the importance of prevention, early detection, and ensuring…
Read MoreRaising Awareness for a misunderstood Lung Disease World Bronchiectasis Day, celebrated annually on July 1st, aims to raise global awareness about bronchiectasis, a chronic and frequently misunderstood lung condition. This day serves as a platform to educate the public, provide support to patients, and foster research towards developing more effective treatments and care options. Bronchiectasis is…
Read MoreWorld Asthma Day is held every year on the first Tuesday of May. Its goal is to make people more aware of asthma and improve how it is managed around the world. This year the theme is “Make Inhaled Treatments Accessible for ALL”. The theme for 2025 emphasizes how important it is to make sure…
Read MoreThe flu vaccination is the best way to prevent getting sick with the flu as we approach a season when it is common. Influenza virus (strain A or B type) is the cause of the illness commonly referred to as “flu.” The virus enters your body through your nose, throat, and lungs, where it can…
Read MoreA time to bring attention to the challenges faced by individuals living with this progressive and often debilitating lung disease. Pulmonary fibrosis is a disorder in which the lung tissues scar, stiffening the lungs and making breathing more difficult. The condition progresses, causing significant respiratory problems and a lower quality of life. Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis…
Read MoreIn 2023, people who received the updated Covid vaccine covering the new Covid-19 variant saw greater protection against illness and hospitalization than those who did not. To date, hundreds of millions of people have safely received a COVID-19 vaccine under the most intense vaccine safety monitoring in United States history. CDC recommends everyone ages 6…
Read MoreWorld Lung Cancer Day, is observed annually on 1st of August. The aim of this event is to raise awareness about lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. In 2024, the emphasis is on early detection, novel therapies, and the value of preventive measures. This year’s theme, “Breathe Easy: Advancing Early Detection and…
Read MoreWorld Bronchiectasis Day, held on July 1, 2024, raises global awareness to bronchiectasis, a chronic lung ailment that is typically overshadowed by other well-known respiratory diseases. The objectives of this day are to promote better healthcare resources, support patients, and increase public awareness. Bronchiectasis is defined as the permanent expansion of portions of the…
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