Respiratory & Lung Disease

Sub-headings:

Asthma

Lung Cancer

Resources in this category:

Air Pollution and Respiratory Health
http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/airpollution/default.htm

General information, links, reports, and resources regarding respiratory disorders associated with air pollution. Includes information on smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide, asthma, and mold. Also available in Spanish.

Breathless in America: Background on COPD
http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=23050

"Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an umbrella term used to describe airflow obstruction that is associated mainly with emphysema and chronic bronchitis." This question and answer fact sheet is written by the American Lung Association.

Facts About Sleep Apnea
http://www.medem.com/search/article_display.cfm?path=n:&mstr...

The nighttime breathing disorder is described along with its occurence rates, causes, effects, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Home Control of Allergies and Asthma
http://www.lungusa.org/site/pp.asp?c=dvLUK9O0E&b=22591

Describes common household allergy and asthma triggers and suggests helpful remedies.

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/

Find health related information about your heart, lungs, and blood. Features of the site include clinincal guidelines on overweight and obesity (including a body mass index calculator), Latino cardiovascular health resources, and an interactive site on lowering cholesterol for people with heart disease.