Breathing is something most of us never think about — until suddenly, you can’t do it the way you normally do. Difficulty breathing can come on gradually, such as during ...

Respiratory tract infections are common childhood illnesses. They can spread easily through the air we breathe or via our hands. You can treat most symptoms at home while the body clears the infection ...

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an infection that affects your lungs, nose, throat, and breathing passages. You get it when infected droplets enter your nose, eyes, or mouth. This might happen ...

A silent asthma attack, also sometimes called "silent chest," is a severe asthma flare-up that doesn't cause the typical wheezing sounds commonly associated with asthma attacks. Some early symptoms of ...

Inhaling wildfire smoke could have immediate effects on children in Los Angeles, such as coughing and wheezing, which may lead to more long-term health effects. Cough is going to be the most common ...

Drinking warm liquids, inhaling moist air, and avoiding smoke are just some home remedies that may help reduce wheezing. Wheezing refers to a high pitched whistling sound that happens when you breathe ...

CHICAGO (WGN) — Think of it as the perfect storm: High grass pollen counts combined with the high energy of a spring storm can create a formula that leads to deeper problems than just itchy eyes and ...

For parents, recognising the signs that your child’s health needs urgent attention is crucial. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Ravi Malik, paediatrician, MAMC, founder and medical director, ...

Twelve years and seven kids ago, we had our first experience with croup. It came upon our then 17-month-old in the middle of the night. Of course. For the uninitiated, according to Dr. Google, croup ...

Common types of colds include rhinovirus, coronaviruses, and human parainfluenza virus. Tests can determine the cause of your cold, but it's usually not necessary. Covering coughs and sneezes and ...