Tag: Pulmonary

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  August 3, 2021

  It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint:
  My Battle with Long COVID

  Alexandra 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.
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  May 12, 2021

  Types of Allergies and How You Can Find Relief

  Allergist-immunologist Dr. Megan Ford breaks down allergy types, including food and seasonal, as well as how to identify triggers and treatments.
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  February 1, 2021

  Breathe Easier: The Ins and Outs of Lung Nodules

  Are you at high risk of lung issues? Screenings and preventative care are easier than ever to help keep patients informed.
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  January 15, 2021

  A Frontline Physician Reveals Hard Realities of COVID-19

  Dr. Christopher Haines shares the comfort and hope he has for the future and lessons learned navigating the uncertainties of the pandemic.
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  December 15, 2020

  The Top Ten Health Nexus Articles in 2020

  As we near the end of this unprecedented year, here is a look back on our most popular stories of the year.
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  December 7, 2020

  Why Breathing Cold Air Hurts Your Lungs

  Colder weather can irritate your airways, though there are many ways to protect your lungs.
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  November 24, 2020

  Best and Worst Types of Face Masks To Wear In Colder Months

  A pulmonologist weighs in on which types of masks provide the best protection against COVID-19, from traditional face masks to winter scarves.
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  November 19, 2020

  I 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.
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  October 7, 2020

  COVID-19 Creates Problems, Research Supplies Solutions

  Applied 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.
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  September 22, 2020

  COVID-19 Long Haulers: Surviving May Not Mean Thriving

  Specialists in rehabilitation medicine, pulmonology, neuroscience and cardiology share early observations about post-COVID challenges patients may face.
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  September 22, 2020

  From Loss of Fingers to Shortness of Breath, COVID-19 Has Long-term Effects

  Vanessa Cassidy lost her thumb. Lakeisha Hollingsworth, who worked out every day, suffers from fatigue and extreme shortness of breath. Together, they are moving forward, reclaiming their lives—with courage and determination.