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RSV: woman sick on couch 990213258

How Long Are You Contagious With RSV?

Written By Brian Clista, MDUpdated on Nov 21, 2025
Health: Sinus infection: woman cutting pineapple 1190472871

7 Best Foods to Eat When You Have a Sinus Infection

Written By Candace Nelson, MS, CNUpdated on Nov 21, 2025
Pneumonia: senior woman coughing 1359616226

Aspiration Pneumonia: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments

Written By Stephanie R. McGuire, MD, FASAUpdated on Nov 21, 2025
Health: COVID: GettyImages 1222976420
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What Are the Mild Symptoms of COVID-19 — and When Should You See A Doctor?

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Updated on Nov 19, 2025
Health: Xofluza: closeup man with the flu takes medication 1433359298

Xofluza Dosages for Adults and Kids: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Tanya Kertsman, PharmDUpdated on Nov 18, 2025
Health: RSV: patient stethoscope 1209225726

Can You Get RSV Twice? Yes, and It’s Common

Written By Brian Clista, MDUpdated on Nov 18, 2025
Bronchitis: Respiratory: closeup man pouring cough medicine 200214551-001

Home Treatments for Bronchitis: OTC Medicine, Self-Care Options, and More

Written By Ronald W. Dworkin, MD, PhDUpdated on Nov 17, 2025
Health: Throat: throat chest vocal pain woman 1226844731

How to Get Your Voice Back After Laryngitis

Written By Tracy Norfleet, MD, FACPUpdated on Nov 12, 2025
Z-Pak: cold meds thermometer on nightstand blurred sick person 1360004331
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What’s the Best Antibiotic for a Sinus Infection?

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Updated on Nov 12, 2025
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How to Relieve Sinus Pressure and Headache: 12 Medications and Home Remedies

Written By Tracy Norfleet, MD, FACPUpdated on Nov 12, 2025
Respiratory: closeup woman drinking tea 1383987340

6 Postnasal Drip Home Remedies That Will Finally Clear Your Nose

Written By Brian Clista, MDUpdated on Nov 12, 2025
COVID-19: woman nose swab 1345296754

Can You Test for RSV at Home? Your Guide to the Combo Mail-Order Flu, COVID, and RSV Test

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Nov 7, 2025
Health: COVID: Pfizer

Updated Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Near You

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Nov 7, 2025
Throat: woman gargle water 1188607084

Does Gargling With Salt Water Really Help a Sore Throat?

Written By Jessica CassityUpdated on Nov 6, 2025
bronchitis: closeup cough 1429541610

Is Bronchitis Contagious? Yes, Here’s How It Spreads

Written By Christine Giordano, MDUpdated on Nov 6, 2025
Respiratory: sick adding honey to tea 1437265324

Does Honey Really Work to Soothe a Cough?

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on Nov 4, 2025
Cough: senior adult coughing 1327531564

Can’t Stop Coughing? Here’s When to See Your Doctor

Written By Katie E. Golden, MDUpdated on Nov 3, 2025
Health: Covid-19: woman sick on couch tissues 171631871
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What Are the Differences Between COVID and Flu?

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Updated on Nov 3, 2025
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The 10 Most Common Causes of a Persistent Dry Cough — and How to Get Rid of It

Written By Karla Robinson, MDUpdated on Oct 29, 2025
Health: COVID: GettyImages 1225095729

Shortness of Breath and COVID-19: Why It Happens and How to Manage It

Written By Sophie Vergnaud, MDUpdated on Oct 24, 2025
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Can the Flu Turn Into Bronchitis?

Written By Shiv Sudhakar, MDUpdated on Oct 22, 2025
Health: Cold Symptoms: GettyImages-1296749965
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Ibuprofen, Tylenol, or Aspirin: Which Should You Take for a Sore Throat?

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Updated on Oct 22, 2025
Asthma: Movement Exercise: man catching his breath 1226392847

Adult-Onset Asthma: Can You Develop Asthma As an Adult?

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDUpdated on Oct 21, 2025
Health: COVID: GettyImages 1302256947

What to Know About COVID Vaccines: Comirnaty, Spikevax, Nuvaxovid, and More

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSUpdated on Oct 17, 2025
Health: Covid-19: woman wearing face mask coughing-1207092841

How Long Are You Contagious With COVID-19? Timeline of Exposure and Infection

Written By Ronald W. Dworkin, MD, PhDUpdated on Oct 15, 2025
Health: COVID: Moderna

Updated Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Near You

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSUpdated on Oct 15, 2025
COVID-19: Cold: woman at home covid test 1345296785

COVID vs. the Common Cold: A Timeline

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPUpdated on Oct 10, 2025
Health: Flu: GettyImages 1136796593

Teens and the Flu: Signs, Treatment, and When to Call a Doctor

Written By Kerry R. McGee, MD, FAAPUpdated on Oct 10, 2025
Covid 19: girl receiving vaccine 1472236223

COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids: How to Schedule and Prepare for Your Child’s Vaccine Appointment

Written By Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, PACSUpdated on Oct 9, 2025
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Is There an RSV Vaccine? What to Know About Arexvy, Abrysvo, and mRESVIA

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Updated on Oct 9, 2025
Flu: headache: woman with headache laying in bed 1264479220

Flu Headache: Why It Happens and How to Treat It

Written By Christine Giordano, MDUpdated on Oct 7, 2025
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Home Remedies for Asthma: The Science Behind 8 Natural Treatments

Written By Joanna Foley, RDUpdated on Sep 29, 2025
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How Soon After the COVID Vaccine Do You Build Immunity, and How Long Does Immunity Last?

Written By Maria Robinson, MD, MBAUpdated on Sep 26, 2025
Cold symptoms: Timeline: sick blowing nose holding phone-1180776276

How Long Does a Cold Last, and What Are the Stages?

Written By Alex Eastman, PhD, RNUpdated on Sep 23, 2025
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How to Get Rid of a Cough Without a Prescription: Tips and Over-the-Counter Cough Remedies

Written By Karla Robinson, MDUpdated on Sep 17, 2025
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Should You Get the Flu Shot Each Year? How Often Do You Need One?

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Updated on Sep 16, 2025
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Asthma and COVID-19: How Does a COVID-19 Infection Affect People With Asthma?

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPUpdated on Sep 11, 2025
Respiratory: senior woman with portable oxygen 938467334
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Need a Portable Oxygen Machine? Here Are Your Options

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Updated on Sep 11, 2025
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Xolair for Kids With Severe Allergies: Benefits, Drawbacks, and What to Expect

Written By Sheila Marie, PharmDPublished on Sep 5, 2025
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What Is a Z-Pak and Is It a Good Choice for Treating Infections?

Written By Dena Westphalen, PharmDUpdated on Sep 4, 2025
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Pulmonary Rehab Programs and Breathing Exercises That Can Help Improve COPD

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Updated on Aug 26, 2025
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What Is an mRNA Vaccine, and How Does It Differ from Other Vaccines?

Written By Sonja Jacobsen, PharmD, BCPS, BCOPUpdated on Aug 18, 2025
Health: Cough: closeup mouth napkin 1135491071
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What Causes Blood in Mucus, and How Do You Know If It’s an Emergency?

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Updated on Aug 1, 2025
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Is It COPD or Asthma? Take Our Quiz to Learn More About These Conditions

Written By Sarah Gupta, MDPublished on Jul 1, 2025
Health: Allergies: GettyImages 1180158144

What Is Anaphylaxis? How to Spot and Treat Life-Threatening Allergic Reactions

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDUpdated on Jul 1, 2025
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Can Sleep Apnea Kill You?

Written By Bernadette Anderson, MD, MPHUpdated on May 22, 2025
Measles: child with measles 1459397706
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What Is Measles? The Highly Contagious Respiratory Infection Explained

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Updated on May 19, 2025
Respiratory: closeup woman holding inhaler 1762594149

Can You Use an Expired Inhaler? An Overview of the Risks

Written By Mae-Mae Han, PharmD CandidatePublished on May 16, 2025
Health: Symbicort: still life ashtma inhalers 1311446970

Symbicort Alternatives: What to Know About Advair, Generics, and More

Written By Arnisha Carter, PharmD, BCPSUpdated on May 2, 2025
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What’s the Safest Way to Smoke Weed? 8 Tips to Reduce the Risks, According to Experts

Written By Reyan Schroter, PharmDUpdated on Apr 23, 2025
Side effects: side effects combination inhalers

10 Side Effects of Combination Inhalers: Voice Changes, Sore Throat, and More

Written By Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, PACSUpdated on Apr 9, 2025
Asthma: man using an inhaler 1124707683

Long-Acting Maintenance Asthma Inhalers: Know Your Options

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Apr 9, 2025
Health: Asthma: GettyImages 907903996

Is Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB) Causing Your Cough?

Written By Meredith Grace Merkley, DO, FAAPUpdated on Apr 4, 2025
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Albuterol vs. Symbicort: Uses, Side Effects, and More

Written By Mandeep Sohal, PharmDUpdated on Apr 1, 2025
Health: COPD: GettyImages-1224960049

A Guide to COPD Inhalers

Written By Sophie Vergnaud, MDUpdated on Apr 1, 2025
COPD: Asthma: listening to chest with stethoscope 2192217309

COPD vs. Asthma: What’s the Difference?

Written By Christine Giordano, MDUpdated on Apr 1, 2025
Asthma: using inhaler on couch 1150948165

Types of Asthma Inhalers and How to Choose the Best One for You

Written By Kerry R. McGee, MD, FAAPUpdated on Mar 25, 2025
Health: Asthma: GettyImages 1155197792

Advair vs. Symbicort: 8 Ways These Popular Asthma and COPD Inhalers Compare

Written By Nathan Williams, PharmD, RYTUpdated on Mar 24, 2025
Health: Allergies: GettyImages-1217583948
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Allergies vs. Cold: What’s Causing Your Symptoms?

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Updated on Mar 18, 2025
Allergies: Cough: Cold: woman coughing 1169713703

Are Allergies Causing Your Cough? Here’s How to Tell

Written By Tracy Norfleet, MD, FACPUpdated on Mar 18, 2025
Allergies: mother son use air purifier 1338702572

Do Air Purifiers Work for Allergies?

Written By Sarah Gupta, MDUpdated on Mar 14, 2025
Allergies: woman with outdoor allergies 1409338640

7 Telltale Symptoms of Allergies

Written By Sarah Gupta, MDUpdated on Mar 12, 2025
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Pseudoephedrine vs. Phenylephrine: Finding the Right Nasal Congestion Medication

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Updated on Mar 7, 2025
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Do You Get Colds From Being Cold?

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Updated on Mar 6, 2025
Asthma: woman using inhaler outside 1227575702

A GoodRx Savings Guide to 25 Asthma Inhalers: Ventolin, Symbicort, Trelegy, and More

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSUpdated on Mar 3, 2025
Health: Allergies: GettyImages 1189332864

Will Eating Local Honey Relieve My Seasonal Allergy Symptoms, or Is It Just a Myth?

Written By Candace Nelson, MS, CNUpdated on Mar 3, 2025
Health: Cough: GettyImages-1212260928 BW

What Does Your Type of Cough Say About Your Illness?

Written By Kerry R. McGee, MD, FAAPUpdated on Mar 3, 2025
Health: COVID: GettyImages 1271756943

Is the COVID Vaccine Free? Costs, Insurance, Billing, and More Explained

Written By Kristen Gerencher, MSOTUpdated on Feb 26, 2025
Allergies: woman sinus headache 1369976639

Do Allergies Cause Headaches?

Written By Shiv Sudhakar, MDUpdated on Feb 25, 2025
Asthma: Nebulizer vs inhaler: mother helping daughter with nebulizer-1372188657

Nebulizers vs. Inhalers: How Do They Compare?

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Feb 24, 2025
RSV: Adults: woman blowing nose 1204318302

Can Adults Get RSV? Yes, but Not All Adults Are at Risk for Severe Illness

Written By Meredith Grace Merkley, DO, FAAPUpdated on Feb 13, 2025
Children's Health: parents holding newborn baby 1134381022

RSV Prevention in Children: Your GoodRx Guide to Abrysvo vs. Beyfortus

Written By Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPSPublished on Feb 3, 2025
anxiety-disorder: man sitting on bedroom floor 1435656795

Is Anxiety Causing Your Shortness of Breath — or Something Else?

Written By Sarah Gupta, MDPublished on Jan 24, 2025
Health: COVID: shutterstock 1391530022

Is the COVID Vaccine Safe for People With Heart Problems?

Written By Sarah Gupta, MDUpdated on Jan 23, 2025
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How to Stop Snoring: 7 Tips and Devices to Try

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Updated on Jan 15, 2025
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The Latest Updates on COVID-19 Treatments and Preventative Medications in the Pipeline

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSUpdated on Jan 2, 2025
Health: COVID: GettyImages 1310644721

How Accurate Are At-Home COVID Tests?

Written By Kerry R. McGee, MD, FAAPUpdated on Dec 19, 2024
Repiratory: Croup: pediatrician asking to check patients mouth 1011738524

What Is Croup? The Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments to Know

Written By Kerry R. McGee, MD, FAAPUpdated on Dec 17, 2024
Health: COVID: GettyImages 1316188300

How Accurate Are Rapid COVID-19 Tests?

Written By Angela Dunn, MD, MPHUpdated on Dec 16, 2024
Health: COVID: shutterstock 1902655312
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Pulse Oximeter Readings and Accuracy, Plus Tips on Use

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Updated on Dec 16, 2024
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Influenza in Children: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Call a Doctor

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Updated on Dec 16, 2024
Asthma: COPD: man using inhaler 1358839199

A GoodRx Savings Guide to 26 COPD Inhalers: Atrovent, Anoro, Breztri, and More

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSPublished on Dec 10, 2024
Ofev: pharmacy tips ofev

Foods to Avoid While Taking Ofev: 7 Tips to Maximize Your Ofev Prescription

Written By Goldina Erowele, PharmD, MBAPublished on Dec 10, 2024
Respiratory: masked person taking care of sick person 1287241365

How Long Are You Contagious With Croup?

Written By Brian Clista, MDUpdated on Dec 6, 2024
covid: senior woman wearing a mask 1289058995

Do You Still Have to Isolate With a COVID Illness?

Written By Christine Giordano, MDPublished on Dec 5, 2024
Flu: sick child on couch medicine on table 1216249029

Flu Medicine for Kids: 5 Important Tips to Know

Written By Jennifer Sample, MDUpdated on Nov 27, 2024
Health: Flu: baby temperature check 1209834964

Flu in Babies: Symptoms, Treatment, and When to Call a Doctor

Written By Brian Clista, MDUpdated on Nov 26, 2024
Health: Alternative treatments: closeup humidifier indoors with plants-693623488

What Does a Humidifier Do, and What Are Their Benefits?

Written By Kelsey AbkinUpdated on Nov 25, 2024
Respiratory: woman sleeping on her side 1410815503
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Have Trouble Breathing While Asleep? Here Are the Best Sleeping Positions

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Published on Nov 22, 2024
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Flu Test: How and When to Get Tested

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Nov 18, 2024
Cold symptoms: Night: holding pill shivering under covers night 1337226005

Here’s Why Your Cough and Cold Symptoms Feel Worse at Night (You’re Not Imagining It)

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPUpdated on Nov 14, 2024
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10 Albuterol Inhaler Side Effects: Shakiness, Nervousness, and More

Written By Jenna Clayton, PharmDUpdated on Nov 12, 2024
respiratory: woman with hiccups 1325074920

How to Get Rid of Hiccups Fast

Written By Farzon A. Nahvi, MDPublished on Nov 4, 2024
Respiratory: mother holding nebulizer to daughters face 1933645853

How to Use a Nebulizer: 12 Easy Steps to Follow

Written By Matthew Kwan, PharmD CandidatePublished on Nov 1, 2024
Health: Flu Vaccination: GettyImages 1060878074

What Is a Lower Respiratory Tract Infection?

Written By Evan Khan, MD, FAAPUpdated on Oct 18, 2024
Health: Bacterial Infection: GettyImages 1270637145

What Is Whooping Cough? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments to Know

Written By Ronald W. Dworkin, MD, PhDUpdated on Oct 18, 2024
Health: COVID: shutterstock 1903200250

Can the Flu Shot Make You Sick? Facts and Safety Information

Written By Katie E. Golden, MDUpdated on Oct 15, 2024
Mental-health: man deep breathing exercise 1822481985

5 Box Breathing Benefits: From Stress Relief to Better Focus

Written By Jody Braverman, CPT, RYTPublished on Oct 14, 2024
Sleep Apnea: closeup sleep apnea CPAP 1353716566

How Much Does Sleep Apnea Surgery Cost?

Written By Cindy George, MPHUpdated on Sep 23, 2024
Asthma: quiz asthma-01

Do I Have Asthma? Take Our Quiz to Learn More About Asthma Symptoms

Written By Sophie Vergnaud, MDPublished on Sep 9, 2024
Respiratory: Croup: woman with cold 1226065553

Can Adults Get Croup? Yes, but It’s Rare

Written By Tracy Norfleet, MD, FACPUpdated on Sep 3, 2024
Health: Flu: drinking tea 1198646459
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When Does Flu Season Start, and When Does It End?

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Updated on Sep 3, 2024
Health: COVID: GettyImages 1320037511

COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects: Injection Site Pain, Fatigue, and More

Written By Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, PACSUpdated on Sep 3, 2024
Health: Substance use disorder: senior woman group therapy-1354857441

What Are the Signs of a Drug Overdose?

Written By Eric Patterson, LPCUpdated on Aug 27, 2024
Nasal congestion: sick in bed used tissues meds-1284087196
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14 Signs You’re Too Sick to Go to Work

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Updated on Aug 27, 2024
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Combivent Respimat Dosage for Adults: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Jill Barat, PharmDPublished on Aug 19, 2024
Health: Cold Symptoms: GettyImages 1266799069

Taking Cold Medicine While Breastfeeding: Is It Safe?

Written By Stacia Woodcock, PharmDUpdated on Aug 12, 2024
Drug cost and savings: discussing inhaler at pharmacy counter 1217841924

6 Ways to Save on Breo Ellipta Inhalers: Coupons, Alternatives, and More

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAUpdated on Aug 2, 2024
Cannabis: closeup woman lighting cannabis cigarette 1499847062

Does Smoking Weed Cause Lung Cancer? What You Should Know About Weed and Lung Health

Written By Alexandria Nyembwe, PhD, MBA, RNPublished on Aug 1, 2024
Albuterol: Interactions: older man reaching for inhaler 1324265011

5 Albuterol Interactions You Should Know About

Written By Brian Leonard, PharmD, BCACP, BCGPUpdated on Jun 13, 2024
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How to Inject Xolair, Plus 4 Other Tips for Administering This Injectable Biologic

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Published on Jun 4, 2024
Cold: senior man with a cold 1834510273

Can You Get Sick in Summer? Tips to Treat and Prevent Summer Sniffles

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPPublished on Jun 3, 2024
Health: Allergies: GettyImages-1293769897

How Accurate Are Allergy Tests? Plus Some to Avoid at All Costs

Written By Sarah Gupta, MDUpdated on May 7, 2024
Side effects: Medications that harm lungs: older woman coughing in wheelchair-1144590800

Over 10 Medications Can Cause Lung Damage, Shortness of Breath, or Low Oxygen Levels

Written By Khama Ennis, MD, MPH, FACEPUpdated on May 7, 2024
Health: Respiratory: humidifier compare GFX

Cool Mist vs. Warm Mist Humidifier: Which One Is Best for You?

Written By Ana GasconUpdated on May 6, 2024
Pemgarda: man researching laptop during breakfast 1365986775

Am I Eligible for Pemgarda? Plus, 6 Other FAQs About This Preventive COVID-19 Medication

Written By Vanessa Carranza, PharmDPublished on May 2, 2024
antihistamines: man shopping at a drug store 1356161053
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Is There a Non-Drowsy Benadryl? No, But Here Are the Best Non-Drowsy Antihistamines

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Updated on Apr 16, 2024
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How Long Does Albuterol Take to Work? Plus, 5 More Tips for Maximizing Your Rescue Inhaler

Written By Nikki Javit, PharmDPublished on Apr 11, 2024
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How to Use an Incentive Spirometer

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDPublished on Apr 3, 2024
Respiratory: doctor consulting with patient using an inhaler 1463319917
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How to Use a Rescue Inhaler in 10 Easy Steps

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Wondering If You Have Allergies or Asthma? It Could Be Allergic Asthma

Written By Fonda Jiang, MDUpdated on Mar 26, 2024
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4 Breathing Exercises to Increase Lung Capacity

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Published on Mar 25, 2024
Infections: couple packing box 1459946126

Everyday Items You Need to Clean to Keep Germs Away (Besides Your Hands)

Written By Bernadette Anderson, MD, MPHPublished on Mar 22, 2024
montekulast: asthma: allergies: side effects: treatments: senior reviewing drug info blister pack 1316204025

What to Know About Singulair (Montelukast), Plus 5 Expert Tips for Managing Side Effects

Written By Jennifer Gershman, PharmD, CPh, PACSUpdated on Mar 1, 2024
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From Reactive to Proactive: 5 Things to Know About Xolair’s Approval for Food Allergies

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on Feb 21, 2024
Health: Acetylcysteine: woman at pharmacy 1161657610

7 N-Acetylcysteine Uses: From Lung Disease to Fertility

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on Jan 30, 2024
Health: COPD: COPD radiograph 877002686

What You Need to Know About Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Stages

Written By Sophie Vergnaud, MDUpdated on Jan 26, 2024
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Sleeping With a Fan on: Side Effects and Other Ways to Stay Cool

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Updated on Jan 24, 2024
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Can COVID-19 Infection Raise Your Risk for Developing Autoimmune Diseases?

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPUpdated on Dec 19, 2023
throat: touching throat 1417897716

5 Home Remedies for Vocal Cord Dysfunction That Can Stop Future Vocal Cord Attacks

Written By Brian Clista, MDPublished on Dec 8, 2023
Health: Hemorrhage: GettyImages-1297415551
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What Causes Nosebleeds, and How Do You Prevent Them?

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Updated on Nov 1, 2023
Health: Flu Vaccination: GettyImages 1295041291

Does the Flu Shot Work?

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDUpdated on Oct 3, 2023
Respiratory: closeup tracheostomy 853238750

Tracheostomy: Why Some People Have a Hole in Their Neck to Breathe

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MDPublished on Sep 27, 2023
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Herd Immunity and COVID-19: When and How Will We Reach Herd Immunity?

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDUpdated on Sep 14, 2023
Prevnar-13: side effects prevnar

8 Prevnar 13 Side Effects and How to Manage Them

Written By Sonja Jacobsen, PharmD, BCPS, BCOPPublished on Sep 11, 2023
Medication Education: nurse helping woman at home with nebulizer 1485052638

Duoneb Dosages for Adults: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on Sep 6, 2023
Respiratory: man with portable oxygen and son using tablet 1452351282

How Much Does Portable Oxygen Cost?

Written By Veneta LuskPublished on Aug 29, 2023
Throat: Vocal cord dsinger throat troubles 1184472700

What Causes Vocal Cord Dysfunction? Symptoms, Common Triggers, and More

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MDPublished on Aug 28, 2023
Vaccine: Johnson and Johnson: hcp talking to patient before vaccination 1304852809

Is the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Safe? Plus Availability, Alternatives, and More

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on Aug 16, 2023
environmental: closeup hand holding air quality monitor 1225470153

Home Air Quality Tests: When You Might Need One

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Aug 8, 2023
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What Is It Like to Use Portable Oxygen? Here’s How People Get Over the Challenges

Written By Sue MacDonaldPublished on Aug 7, 2023
Health: Stress: man doing diaphragmatic breathing exercise 1328338223

The Surprising Health Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing (and How to Do It)

Written By Sparsha S. Reddy, MDPublished on Jul 11, 2023
qvar: woman at standing desk paying a bill 1374940067

How to Save on Qvar RediHaler: Tips and Alternatives

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Jul 6, 2023
Health: Asthma: GettyImages 1125070972
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Common Triggers for Asthma and Tips for Avoiding Them

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Updated on Jun 28, 2023
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A Guide to Living With COPD

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Updated on Jun 27, 2023
Respiratory: Inhaler spacer: parent child inhaler spacer-1216184969

Is a Spacer Right for Your Inhaler? Here’s How to Use One

Written By Sophie Vergnaud, MDUpdated on Jun 23, 2023
Health: Allergies: GettyImages 1223868544

Bleach Allergy: Here’s Who’s at Risk and How to Spot and Prevent Symptoms

Written By Maria Robinson, MD, MBAUpdated on Jun 20, 2023
Medication Education: Depression: Mental Health: man car upset 1386532008

FDA Gives Asthma Drug Singulair a Black Box Warning for Mental Health Side Effects

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSUpdated on Jun 1, 2023
Health: Asthma: doctor child stethoscope 1395953795

Is Asthma Hereditary? Here’s How Your Genes and the Environment Affect Your Risk

Written By Brian Clista, MDUpdated on May 11, 2023
Health: GettyImages-1282313722

Insurance Coverage of Asthma and COPD Products and Devices

Written By Richard D. ScottUpdated on May 5, 2023
Health: Asthma: child coughing at night 1290989093

Signs of Asthma in Kids: How to Tell If Your Child Might Have Asthma and What to Do Next

Written By Brian Clista, MDUpdated on Apr 10, 2023
Diabetes: patient surgical mask glucose test 1354248572
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Are People With Diabetes Immunocompromised? Here’s Why the Risk of COVID and Infections Is Higher

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Updated on Apr 5, 2023
Health: Diagnostics: doctor checking patient pulse 1301555103

The 5 Main Vital Signs and What They Say About Your Health

Written By Jill L. Jaimes, MDPublished on Apr 3, 2023
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Understanding and Treating Your Asthma: What to Ask Your Doctor

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDPublished on Mar 24, 2023
Movement exercise: senior man jogging outside 913661306

4 Tips for How to Breathe While Running

Written By Amber Sayer, MS, CPTPublished on Mar 17, 2023
Respiratory: Choosing purifier: air purifier meditating with pug 1255866136

How to Choose the Best Air Purifier If You Have Asthma or COPD

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