Oxygen and Respiratory Therapy Blog

Foods for lung health are essential for those with respiratory problems like COPD and asthma. Eating the right foods can help improve lung health, while avoiding certain unhealthy items may be necessary to reduce symptoms. In this blog post, we...

Do you ever wonder what the difference is between smokers lungs and healthy lungs? Smoking cigarettes can have devastating effects on your respiratory system, leading to a wide range of health issues. From chronic bronchitis to lung cancer, smoking causes...

Are you looking for ways to improve your lung health? If so, then this blog post is perfect for you. Our goal here is to provide helpful information and tips on how to maintain healthy lungs. We'll discuss the things...

COVID-19 is a contagious virus that caused a global health crisis. This virus can exacerbate lung issues, such as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), pneumonia, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD alone makes it tough to breathe. It limits...

Some people suffering from severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may experience being underweight and malnourished as their situation worsens. When your lungs are not functioning well as they should, your body needs to work harder to respire. Remember that...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) presents many risks to your health. It can affect your lungs, heart, and other vital body parts. However, you might think, "how does COPD affect the heart?" What is COPD? Nearly 16 million Americans suffer...

Medical experts refer to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) as a chronic inflammatory lung disease that obstructs airflow. Its usual causes come from long-term exposures to cigarette smoke and other irritating gasses or particulate matter. When a person develops COPD,...

Sea air has seen centuries of popularity as a rejuvenating and relaxing alternative to the smoggy and polluted air of a cramped and dense city. While recent advances have dramatically reduced and minimized cities' pollution, seaside air may be a...

Air travel has become progressively more common nowadays. However, it would be nice if it is safe and comfortable for anyone with medical conditions, especially for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) passengers. Flying can put people with severe respiratory and...