Lungs, Breathing & Sleep
Health problems that affect breathing or sleep can lead to fatigue and lethargy that disrupt your daily routine. Understand your lungs and respiratory system—and what you can do to help yourself.
‘They saved my life’
Thanks to his dedication to pulmonary rehab, Larry Haas is breathing better and enjoying life again.
Flipping the story on cystic fibrosis
As he battles cystic fibrosis, Mason Moerdyk, 16, finds the strength to dive into a new sport.
Think you’re allergic to penicillin? Think again
Nearly 95 percent of people who report having an allergy to the antibiotic can actually tolerate it—and that’s to their advantage.
The water’s not fine: U.S. pool-linked infection doubles in 2 years
CDC warns cryptosporidiosis can cause weeks of watery diarrhea.
Heart attack risk spikes after respiratory infection
Even the common cold was linked to a 13-fold increased risk for about a week.
Seasonal allergies? ‘You don’t have to be miserable’
Find relief with these tried-and-true tips from an allergist.
A clear, new path
A burgeoning procedure to clear total blockages from coronary arteries is giving new life to patients who once had few options.
Kids and meds: 8 tips for safe dosing
What to know about giving over-the-counter medications to children.
When oxygen runs low, the naked mole-rat finds a way
These unique mammals may teach humans tricks to lessen effects of stroke, heart attack.
‘Do I need to call 911? Are you OK?’
Retired police officer Ike VanHorn reclaims his life with bypass surgery and cardiac rehab.
‘It’s so incredible’
Robilynn Anders-Sterk is a poster child for weight-loss surgery—and she's helping others who want longer, healthier lives.
