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When Vaping Turns Dangerous: Recognizing “Vaping Lung Injuries” and When to Seek Emergency Care

February 14, 2025

The rise of vaping was initially touted as a safer alternative to smoking, but recent years have shed light on its hidden dangers, particularly for the lungs. “Vaping Lung Injury,” officially known as EVALI (E-cigarette or Vaping Product Use-Associated Lung Injury), has alarmed health professionals and families alike. For moms keeping an eye on their loved ones, understanding the warning signs of vaping-related injuries and knowing when to seek...

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The Hidden Dangers of Pneumonia: What You Need to Know to Stay Safe!

November 12, 2024

What Is Pneumonia? Many people think of pneumonia as an illness that affects only the frail and elderly, but it can strike anyone, including otherwise healthy young adults and children. Pneumonia is an acute inflammation of the lungs caused by the Streptococcus Pneumoniae bacterium. It leads to air sacs being filled with pus or fluid and is accompanied by symptoms like a high fever, cough, or difficulty breathing. Pneumonia can be...

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Living with COPD

November 13, 2020

COPD If you watch television, you’ve heard of COPD. You can’t miss those commercials. But what exactly is it, is it serious and how do you know if you have it? Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an inflammatory lung disease that blocks airflow from the lungs. COPD is usually caused by exposure to irritating gases, like cigarette smoke. Basically, it’s hard for people with COPD to breathe. And living with COPD requires...

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