About six years ago, Barbara Hinkle, 67, of La Mesa, California, learned she had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Her COPD flare-ups grew increasingly frequent and severe, and in February she had a frightening episode. “I struggled one night, all night,...
Welcome back to In Plain Sight, where I make myself late for things to stop and admire one of the many fascinating, Jalop-worthy cars parked right on the street amidst the hustle and bustle of New York City. Between the terrible road conditions, dense street grid,...
By MATT COUGHLAN Aug. 27, 2014, 1 a.m. WIMMERA health practitioners have urged residents to see a doctor in order to curb high rates of respiratory diseases in the region. The Wimmera is above state and national averages for respiratory system diseases and chronic...
Aquatic therapy is a form of skilled physical therapy that takes place in the water, usually a small pool, under the supervision of a physical therapist. It is a well-tolerated form of exercise that allows for non-weight bearing or limited weight bearing activities...
Weekend admission to the hospital for pediatric patients newly diagnosed with leukemia was associated with a longer length of stay, slightly longer wait to start chemotherapy and higher risk for respiratory failure but weekend admissions were not linked to an...
National Immunization Awareness Month Are You Immunized? American Lung Association Advises: August is National Immunization Awareness Month and now is the right time to ask your health care provider about your vaccinations. “Not Just For Kids week,” August 24–30, is...
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