November 16, 2021
How Lung Cancer Can Affect People Who Have Never Smoked
A pulmonologist discusses various environmental and health factors that can contribute to lung cancer risk, and what you can do to be proactive.
Tag: Pulmonary
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August 3, 2021It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint:
My Battle with Long COVIDAlexandra Hackett has been battling long COVID for almost a year and half. Here, she shares an update on her journey to health, including frustrating setbacks and new holistic treatments with micronutrient infusions and acupuncture. -
May 12, 2021Types of Allergies and How You Can Find ReliefAllergist-immunologist Dr. Megan Ford breaks down allergy types, including food and seasonal, as well as how to identify triggers and treatments. -
February 1, 2021Breathe Easier: The Ins and Outs of Lung NodulesAre you at high risk of lung issues? Screenings and preventative care are easier than ever to help keep patients informed. -
January 15, 2021A Frontline Physician Reveals Hard Realities of COVID-19Dr. Christopher Haines shares the comfort and hope he has for the future and lessons learned navigating the uncertainties of the pandemic. -
December 15, 2020The Top Ten Health Nexus Articles in 2020As we near the end of this unprecedented year, here is a look back on our most popular stories of the year. -
December 7, 2020Why Breathing Cold Air Hurts Your LungsColder weather can irritate your airways, though there are many ways to protect your lungs. -
November 24, 2020Best and Worst Types of Face Masks To Wear In Colder MonthsA pulmonologist weighs in on which types of masks provide the best protection against COVID-19, from traditional face masks to winter scarves. -
November 19, 2020I Ran Marathons. Then COVID-19 Caught up With Me.Alexandra Hackett tested negative for COVID-19 back in March when she had flu-like symptoms. Today, she faces terrifying “long-hauler” symptoms. -
October 7, 2020COVID-19 Creates Problems, Research Supplies SolutionsApplied research, a discipline which uses inquiry-aided design, has helped Jefferson faculty and students come up with solutions to surprising issues created by the pandemic. -
September 22, 2020COVID-19 Long Haulers: Surviving May Not Mean ThrivingSpecialists in rehabilitation medicine, pulmonology, neuroscience and cardiology share early observations about post-COVID challenges patients may face.