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A Breath Not Worth Taking: The Hidden Dangers of Inhaling Helium
Helium may seem harmless, but just one breath can be deadly. Discover the health risks, tragic real-life cases, and tips to safeguard...
Penny Pratt
Jul 293 min read


An Overview of Asthma: Definition, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Asthma is a long term lung disease. It constricts the airway, which are tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs. During an asthma...
Mandeep Dhaliwal RN, BSN
Jul 93 min read


Pulmonary Embolism: A Fatal Reality
What is Pulmonary Embolism? Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a condition in which a blood clot or clots cause a life-threatening blockage in...
Siphosami Ndala
Jul 55 min read


Do You Suck or Blow? Rethinking Incentive Spirometry
This image was generated using the latest chatGPT generator in May '25. Introduction As nurses, we've all been there, entering a...
Eric Aguila
Jun 278 min read


The Role of Lung Microbiome Diversity in Recovery from COVID-19 and Respiratory Illnesses
The lungs, formerly believed to be sterile, are now understood to be a complex environment that is home to a variety of microorganisms...
Haneen Awada
Jun 213 min read


The Importance of Accurate Identification in Diagnosing Pleural Effusion
Introduction A pleural effusion is the abnormal accumulation of fluid within the pleural space, the thin cavity between the lungs and...
Jennifer John
May 123 min read


CRS and Mental Health: The Burden of Chronic Inflammation on Quality of Life
Mental health is a complex tapestry of emotions and experiences. This image illustrates the many challenges individuals may face. Chronic...
Dhanvin Raj Puppala
Mar 293 min read


VAPING: TO DO or NOT TO DO?
Written by Denise Clark RN BCEN CLNC All tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, are UNSAFE! Nicotine is a harmful and very addictive...
Denise Clark
Mar 22 min read


Unmasking Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Persistent Challenge in Respiratory Health
"Chronic Sinus Troubles? From diagnosis to relief, explore how medical care and lifestyle tips can help you breathe easier!" Introduction...
Dhanvin Raj Puppala
Dec 30, 20244 min read


Understanding Asthma: Breathing Easy
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It can lead to significant health challenges if...
Apurvasai Lakshmanan
Dec 22, 20242 min read


Endotracheal Intubation: Purpose, Procedure, Potential Risks
Image by Roslyn Green Endotracheal Intubation: Click here to read the key points of this article. Purpose of Intubation : Endotracheal...
Arlene Ambrose, RN
Dec 19, 20245 min read


Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Disease That Goes Beyond Smoking
Introduction Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally, with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) accounting for...
samanthamartin2001
Dec 14, 20243 min read


Understanding and Managing Lung Cancer
Lung cancer is one of the most common and deadliest cancers worldwide, accounting for a significant portion of cancer-related deaths....
Shiting Wang
Dec 7, 20243 min read


The Deadly Air: Understanding Smog's Impact on Human Health and What You Can Do
Smog, a type of air pollution, has become a persistent threat to human health worldwide. These gases and particles have severe...
Bilal Tariq
Nov 19, 20242 min read


"Understanding Croup: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment for Children"
Croup, also known as viral laryngotracheitis, is a common respiratory illness in young children. It is most commonly caused by...
Jennifer John
Nov 2, 20242 min read


Valley Fever
Stephanie Ray, RN, BSN What is Valley Fever? Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis) is a fungal infection caused by breathing in Coccidioides...
Stephanie Ray
Oct 27, 20243 min read


Can losing weight improve my asthma?: The correlation between obesity and asthma.
By: Dianna Rogan INTRODUCTION The rising obesity crisis has caused increased health problems worldwide. From diabetes to depression,...
droganjoy
Sep 26, 20243 min read


Dry Downing! What is it? How does it affect my child's health?
During the summer season, it is common to take your family to a local pool, river, or lake to get relief from the heat and have fun...
Laura Mullen
Jul 7, 20243 min read


Acute Chest Syndrome in Sickle Cell Disease: Monitoring and Management Strategies
Acute chest syndrome (ACS) is a severe complication of sickle cell disease in patients hospitalized with a vaso-occlusive crisis. ACS...
antwianita193
Jun 26, 20246 min read


The Lingering Shadow: Understanding and Managing Long COVID
What is Long COVID? Patients infected with the virus responsible for COVID-19 may experience prolonged effects from their infection,...
Poornima Venkatesh
Jun 15, 20243 min read
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