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Coronary artery disease is when the blood vessels leading to the heart harden and restrict blood flow.
A heart attack happens when there is an artery blockage that prevents enough oxygen from getting to the heart. This…
Heart failure is a common condition that means your heart isn’t pumping blood as well as it should. It does…
An arrhythmia is a change in the rhythm of your heartbeat. Your heart may beat too fast, too slow, or…
People who have good emotional health are aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They cope well with stress and…
A metered-dose inhaler is a hand-held device that contains medicine to open the airways in people with asthma and other…
Bronchitis is an inflammation or irritation of the lungs’ airways that causes a cough. Chronic bronchitis is bronchitis that lasts…
Meconium aspiration syndrome happens when a newborn inhales meconium and amniotic fluid before, during, or after labor and delivery.
Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in infants and young children. It is often caused by a virus. Symptoms can…
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that causes your mucus and sweat glands to behave abnormally. It causes permanent…
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is caused by blocked blood vessels. Learn…
Outdoor air pollution is a mix of gases and toxic particles that fill the air we breathe. It occurs in…
Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome is a rare heart condition that can cause fast heartbeat. Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment…
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that affects your lungs and breathing. People of all ages can get…
Learn about the causes, diagnosis and treatment of shortness of breath.
