COPD breathing relief from a pill? - abc7.com

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COPD breathing relief from a pill? abc7.com Twelve-million Americans have been diagnosed with the condition, which some know as emphysema or chronic bronchitis. Millions more may have COPD and not realize it. Now a pill may help people breathe easier. An antibiotic a day could help keep attacks ... and more »

Ohio may ban smoking in cars - Marietta Times

Ohio may ban smoking in cars Marietta Times Hoping to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome, ear infections, colds, pneumonia, bronchitis, and other childhood illnesses linked to secondhand smoke exposure, Ohio lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it illegal to smoke in ... and more »

CDC study: 1 in 5 kids are exposed to second-hand smoke in cars - DigitalJournal.com

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CDC study: 1 in 5 kids are exposed to second-hand smoke in cars DigitalJournal.com For example, a CDC factsheet on passive smoking (The Health Effects of Secondhand Smoke) outlines some of the dangers that are specific to this target age-group. These include an increased risk of ear infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma attacks ... and more »

My experience with Bariatric Surgery - The Depaulia

My experience with Bariatric Surgery The Depaulia I had sleep apnea, bronchitis and borderline diabetes. In 2004, my primary physician at Rancho Family Practice Associates in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., recommended bariatric surgery. I was fearful because my grand-aunt died during bariatric surgery. and more »

Bobbie DeRamus recalls helping to pass first indoor smoking ban - NRToday.com

Bobbie DeRamus recalls helping to pass first indoor smoking ban NRToday.com For Bobbie DeRamus, the effects were severe. They included bronchitis, migraines and sinus infections. Donald DeRamus remembers a low point when he carried his wife into the emergency room at Douglas Community Hospital with dangerously low blood ...