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Lungs and Breathing

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Cough

Coughing helps your body heal or protect itself. There are two types of coughs: acute and chronic. Learn the causes of chronic cough.
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COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)

COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) is a respiratory disease caused by a virus. It can be very contagious. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
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Croup

Croup symptoms include difficulty breathing, a barking cough, and a hoarse voice. Children are at the highest risk. Learn more about croup.
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Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease of the mucus and sweat glands. The symptoms and severity of CF can vary. Get the facts.
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E-Cigarettes

Smoking e-cigarettes, or vaping, may not be as safe as you might think. An e-cigarette contains nicotine which is harmful to your health. Learn more.
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Emphysema

Emphysema is a type of COPD. COPD makes it hard to breathe. The most common cause of Emphysema is smoking. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
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Eosinophilic Disorders

Eosinophils, a type of white blood cell, fight infections and play a role in allergic reactions. In eosinophilic disorders, too many cells build up.
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Fistulas

An abnormal connection between two body parts is called a fistula. Treatment depends on the location of the fistula. Read more about them here.
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Flu

The flu can cause serious illness in people over 65, babies, and people with certain chronic illnesses. The best way to prevent the flu is to get a vaccine.
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Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis

Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), previously known as Wegener's granulomatosis is a type of vasculitis, or inflammation of the blood vessels.
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H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)

Swine Flu is a virus that pigs can get, but human infections can and do happen. H1N1 is the name of a strain that infected people in 2009. Learn more.
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Head and Neck Cancer

Head and neck cancer includes cancers of the mouth, nose, sinuses, salivary glands, throat, and lymph nodes. Read the different symptoms of each type.
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