Respiratory System

Light showers in city bring their share of monsoon ailments

Edit The Times of India 20 Jun 2016

THANE. The city witnessed some light showers on Sunday evening as well as Monday morning ... Cases of viral flu and respiratory ailments are on the rise, claim city doctors ... ''As their respiratory system is weak, the change in climate affects them ... More than 50% patients suffering from respiratory problems complain of fever, cold and cough ... Those suffering from respiratory disorders must avoid dusty places or cover their mouth and nose....

Strain less, burn more

Edit Deccan Herald 20 Jun 2016

And since you are working against the resistance of water, you end up burning eight times more calories than the normal floor exercise ... Moreover, people suffering from hypertension, respiratory problems and other medical conditions affecting spine, pregnancy, endurance or balance should refrain from doing this workout.” ... n Improved respiratory system ... This pressure makes the respiratory system strong and you can breathe easily ... ....

Indiana teachers expanding knowledge in summer sessions

Edit San Francisco Chronicle 20 Jun 2016

The first week focused on math; this week, physical properties; and next week, elementary teachers will study ecological systems, while middle school teachers will study biomedical engineering; after studying lungs and the respiratory system, the middle school ......

Sherpa Fire Equipment, Resources Update (Santa Barbara County, CA)

Edit Public Technologies 17 Jun 2016

(Source. Santa Barbara County, CA) Press Release Budget Hearings COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICE. 105 E. Anapamu St.  Santa Barbara, CA 93101 (805) 568-3400  FAX (805) 568-3414. www.countyofsb.org Facebook.com/countyofsb Twitter. @countyofsb P R E S S R E L E A S E. News Media Contact. Joint Information Center (805) 696-1188. Thursday, June 16, 2016 ... 5 p.m ... Anyone with compromised respiratory systems should follow directions from Public Health ... # # #....

Tobacco kills half of its users

Edit Kashmir Observer 16 Jun 2016

Dear Editor. India has a long history of smoking. While ‘dhumpana’ (drinking smoke), has been in practice for a long time, tobacco was first introduced in India only in the 1600s ... increases. Smoking E-cigarettes also has its own concerns ... Smoking E-cigarettes also has disastrous effects on the nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, skin, hair and nails, Digestion, sexual wellness and the reproductive system ... ....

Indoor Air Pollution

Edit Mercola 15 Jun 2016

The quality of air you breathe affects your respiratory system and your overall health ... These particles may then trigger respiratory problems, worsen asthma, or may be broken down to pass through your lungs and into your blood where they can damage your heart and other organs.6 ... Indoor pollution may come from several different sources, including furniture, cabinetry and pollution drawn inside through your ventilation system....

1,000 Overdose Reversal Milestone (State of Pennsylvania)

Edit Public Technologies 15 Jun 2016

(Source. State of Pennsylvania). June 13, 2016. Harrisburg, PA- Governor Tom Wolf today recognized police officers across the Commonwealth for reversing more than 1,000 opioid overdoses with naloxone since Act 139 enabled them to do so in November 2014 ... 'This is a bittersweet milestone ... For that we are grateful ... to reverse the effects of opioids on the brain and respiratory system in order to prevent death ... Levine said ... (noodl. 34118561) ....

Tackling respiratory disorders - one of the major health concerns in the UAE

Edit The National 14 Jun 2016

As the temperatures rise along with our air-conditioning bills, so does the risk of developing or exacerbating a respiratory illness ... While there is little to be done about airborne particles that irritate the respiratory system or bring on an asthma attack, there are things people can do to minimise their risk ... His second preventive measure to mitigate the effects of bad air is regular maintenance of air-conditioning systems....

Councilmen Benson, Engel & Kramer sponsor Naloxone Training Session (City of Louisville, KY)

Edit Public Technologies 14 Jun 2016

(Source. City of Louisville, KY) ... The free training is open to the general public. First responders, family and friends of those who use heroin or other opioid drugs are encouraged to attend ... Naloxone is used in heroin and other opioid drug overdoses to counteract life-threatening depression of the central nervous system and respiratory system, allowing an overdose victim to breathe normally ... (noodl....

More Naloxone Kits and Training Sessions at Public Health and Wellness (City of Louisville, KY)

Edit Public Technologies 14 Jun 2016

(Source. City of Louisville, KY). Drug can reverse the effects of heroin overdose to prevent death. The Kentucky Harm Reduction Coalition will offer free Naloxone kits and training sessions in June at the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness ... Gray St ... It can counteract life-threatening depression of the central nervous system and respiratory system, allowing an overdose victim to breathe normally ... (noodl. 34093027) ....

Governor Wolf Recognizes Pennsylvania Police Officers for Reaching 1,000 Overdose Reversal Milestone (State of Pennsylvania)

Edit Public Technologies 13 Jun 2016

(Source. State of Pennsylvania). Harrisburg, PA - Governor Tom Wolf today recognized police officers across the Commonwealth for reversing more than 1,000 opioid overdoses in over one year. The Wolf Administration made Naloxone available to State Police and other law enforcement and emergency personnel in April 2015 ... For that we are grateful ... to reverse the effects of opioids on the brain and respiratory system in order to prevent death....

Well Being: Thriving, even with asthma

Edit The Jakarta Post 12 Jun 2016

Prof. dr. HADIARTO MANGUNNEGORO, SpP(K). Siloam Asri Hospital Pulmonologist. Words Prasiddha Gustanto  Photo Arief Suhardiman. THE LINGERING CONDITION THAT ACTUALLY SHOULDN’T BE ... Controllers, which are for long-term use, contain small doses of steroids that work on a user’s respiratory system ... Siloam Asri Hospital has its own respiratory department that provides treatment for a wide variety of illnesses, including asthma ... ....

Hinkley residents now have arsenic to look out for in their water supply

Edit LA Daily News 09 Jun 2016

Geological Survey scientist ... operations in the area ... Arsenic is a naturally occurring element and is harmful to the skin, digestive system, liver, nervous system and respiratory system, according to the U.S ... “Public water supply systems generally blend or treat the water to ensure that the water delivered to the consumers has arsenic concentrations below the (maximum contaminate level, or MCL),” Fram wrote in an email....