How to Stay Healthy While Travelling with a Lung Condition Travelling can be an exciting and enriching experience, but if you have a lung condition, it’s crucial to take extra precautions to maintain your health while on the move. Whether you’re managing asthma, COPD, silicosis, or pulmonary fibrosis, travelling can present unique challenges that require […]
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Workplace Hazards and Lung Health: What You Need to Know The workplace can be a challenging environment, especially when it comes to the health of your lungs. From dust and fumes to gases and other hazardous agents, various factors in many industries can compromise respiratory health. Protecting your respiratory health at work not only prevents
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Nourishing Your Lungs: The Role of Diet in Managing Lung Disease Lung health is a vital aspect of overall well-being, yet it is often overlooked until problems arise. For people with lung disease, proper nutrition plays a crucial role in managing symptoms and improving quality of life. The connection between diet and lung health is
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a prevalent and complex respiratory condition that demands a comprehensive and coordinated approach to care. As front-line healthcare providers, GPs like yourself play a pivotal role in managing patients with COPD. GPs are typically the first point of contact for individuals experiencing symptoms of
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Common reasons for needing a bronchoscopy Bronchoscopy is a valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tool that can provide critical insights into respiratory conditions. At North Brisbane Sleep and Thoracic, we believe that collaboration between specialties is essential. As we continue to prioritise comprehensive patient care, we want to bring to your attention the importance of timely
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Looking after your lung health this summer As the temperature rises and the days become longer, many of us look forward to spending more time outdoors, enjoying the sunshine and fresh air. While warm weather has many positive effects, it’s important to be aware of how it can affect our health, especially for individuals with
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Is it Really Asthma? Treating the characteristics of Asthma In Australia, approximately 2.7 million people have been diagnosed with asthma – 11% of the Australian population. However, recent research indicates that up to 1 in 3 asthma cases could be misdiagnosed due to ineffective means of diagnosing; conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
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Lung Disorders and Sleep Quality: How the Two Are Connected Sleep is a vital aspect of human health, contributing significantly to physical and mental well-being. It allows our bodies to rejuvenate and repair, promoting optimal cognitive function, immune response, and overall vitality. At North Brisbane Sleep and Thoracic, we provide care and treatment for patients
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Zephyr Valvue Treatmentfor Patients with Advanced Emphysema About Emphysema Emphysema is a form of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease commonly known as COPD. In severe emphysema, the walls of the air sacs in the lungs called the alveoli are weakened and rupture, creating larger air spaces – this is known as hyperinflation. When this occurs, the
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