Respiratory illnesses

Learn more about a variety of respiratory illnesses and how to prevent them with the sound advice of our healthcare professionals.

Coughing

Our body has several defence mechanisms to protect itself from foreign intruders. Coughing is one of its combat arsenal’s mechanisms, which helps to protect the pulmonary tract. But it can be troublesome at times. Choosing the right ways to calm the cough will give you some rest. Read

The Basics on COVID 19

COVID-19 is an infection caused by a virus that affects the respiratory tract (nose, throat and lungs). Read

COVID-19

Coronavirus

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COPD treatment: to keep your breath

Have you ever seen anyone who coughed a lot and couldn’t climb a few stairs without gasping for breath? It may very well be that this person was suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Read

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Respiratory illnesses

Tobacco

Don’t let asthma take your breath away

Did you know that over two million Canadians live with asthma? People who are affected by this disease must be very thorough to limit its consequences on their well-being and quality of life. A good understanding of the issues surrounding asthma makes it easier to manage the condition. Read

Asthma

Respiratory health

Respiratory illnesses

Using inhalers to treat asthma

There are various kinds of drug inhalers used to treat asthma. However, it is very important to know how your inhaler works in order to best treat your asthma. The following will help you understand how to use the inhaler you have been prescribed. Read

Asthma

Device

Technique of use

Treating asthma to breathe more easily

Asthma can prevent you from breathing properly and carrying out certain daily activities without straining. Certain drugs are prescribed to reduce asthma symptoms. Do you know what these drugs are and how to use them at the right time to control the disease? Read

Respiratory illnesses

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Coughing

The Basics on COVID 19

COPD treatment: to keep your breath

Don’t let asthma take your breath away

Using inhalers to treat asthma

Treating asthma to breathe more easily

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