Articles for Tag: "COPD"

Smoking around your child could affect their health forever 
Smoking around your child could affect their health forever
A new study shows that moms who smoke around their kids are putting them at risk later in life for COPD.
Smokers not the only ones at risk for COPD 
Smokers not the only ones at risk for COPD
New research discovers other factors that can lead to this lung disease.
Smoke-free laws are saving lives 
Smoke-free laws are saving lives
ER visits for asthma and other illnesses on the decline with fewer exposed to secondhand smoke.
Only half of patients taking meds follow instructions 
Only half of patients taking meds follow instructions
Learn why it’s critical not to skip doses or stop taking your medication too soon.
Keys to a healthy nap 
Keys to a healthy nap
Whether our large lattes or mobile technology is to blame, Americans need sleep now more than ever.
Some Illinois counties get an “F” for clean air 
Some Illinois counties get an “F” for clean air
Most Americans are breathing healthier air, according a new report. Find out why some parts of Illinois didn’t make the grade.