While the exact cause of asthma is unknown, certain genetic factors can increase the risk of developing the disease.

Expert pulmonologists share essential guidelines on distinguishing normal coughs from dangerous ones, plus effective home ...

Two pulmonologists were sued for malpractice but not held liable after failing to detect liver cancer in a patient being treated for cough.

Black Americans have a higher likelihood of having asthma-COPD overlap syndrome (ACOS) but may not know it. Here’s what you ...

On poor air quality days, you may experience coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, or tightness in your chest. If you have asthma, you can take certain steps to help prepare for and cope with ...

Many people’s symptoms worsen during the winter period. “We call this an exacerbation or a flare up, when you get ...

While many factors play a role in the onset of symptoms, frigid weather makes it especially difficult to breathe for people ...

It’s also important to avoid irritants like smoke or dust. A dry cough may be a symptom of the common cold, flu, allergies, asthma, or acid reflux. It can also be a symptom of more serious ...