After undergoing a rare double-surgery to eliminate a blockage and restore blood flow, Marvin Lafountain is eager to resume his old life—minus the smoking habit.
A free health program aims to help John Earl Day Jr., 54, find a path out of homelessness—and back to good health.
Amid mounting health concerns, 65-year-old Mozella Taylor turned to prayer for answers—and she soon found guidance in her quest for better health.
After four decades as a smoker, Vicky Walker has found long-lasting escape thanks to a smoking cessation program and its ever-accessible leader.
Sharing a common diagnosis, sisters come together to fight the encroaching disease through pulmonary rehab.
Deaths from lung-related causes were reduced by as much as 45 percent.
Tobacco cessation class helps a hospice nurse kick cigarettes for good after 35 years.
Thanks to his dedication to pulmonary rehab, Larry Haas is breathing better and enjoying life again.
Larry Whitten rolled into pulmonary rehab in a wheelchair. He walked out using the stairs.
A rare heart procedure gives Sheryll Neiboer new breath—and a new life.
Early exposure to agricultural sprays could raise risk of COPD later.
Harmonicas tune up patients' lungs and spirits.
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