Posts Tagged ‘COPD’
Understanding common lung conditions
Lung health is crucial to overall wellbeing, yet many people are unaware of the common conditions that can affect their respiratory system. In this article, we’ll explore several prevalent lung conditions – asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and bronchitis – providing an overview of their symptoms, treatments available and guidance on when to seek…
Read MoreNew BLVR Procedure Gives Doris Her Life Back
Emphysema is a serious lung disease, with symptoms that drastically affect an individual’s quality of life. The wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath can make the simplest activities – from going to the grocery store to walking the dog – difficult. Smoking is the most common cause of emphysema. The disease damages the tiny air…
Read MorePulmonary Rehab helps patients regain lung function, strength and endurance
Breathe Easier It’s an all too-frequent dilemma. Those with an acute or chronic respiratory condition feel they should avoid physical activity because it can worsen their shortness of breath (also called dyspnea), characterized by difficult or labored breathing. However, as their activity level decreases, they become deconditioned. “That means you lose endurance to tolerate even…
Read MoreLung Transplant Gives New Hope to Northern Virginia Woman with Cystic Fibrosis
Breath of Life For Jackie Price, a young professional in Northern Virginia with a zest for life, a lung transplant at Inova has ushered in new hope Three years ago, when Jackie Price began treatment for cystic fibrosis at the Inova Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program on Inova Fairfax Medical Campus (IFMC), she was determined…
Read MoreInova Alexandria Hospital Cardiopulmonary Rehab Program Certified by Industry Leader
Media Contact: Allison Kenty, 703-504-3840 Helping patients recover from cardiac and pulmonary disease faster Alexandria VA (September 10, 2013) – Inova Alexandria Hospital is proud to announce the certification of its Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). Inova Alexandria Hospital was recognized for its commitment to improving the…
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