The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? The first step to overcoming any crisis of…
Lung & Sleep Specialists of North Texas is excited to bring you the latest information about research and advancements in pulmonary and sleep medicine, as well as tips and advice for sleep disorders, allergies, and lung health. This blog will also be used to post updates about our practice and keep in touch with our patients….
This may come as a surprise, but coughing is an entirely normal bodily reflex. The primary function of a cough is to rid your body of irritants. This may include smoke or mucus in your airway. So, a cough here and there is inevitable. But more regular bouts of coughing may indicate an issue that…
Did you know the average adult takes 15 to 20 breaths a minute? That equals 20,000 breaths a day. Our lungs have a big responsibility so if they are compromised by injury or disease, it can be detrimental. The number one reason for breathing problems is pulmonary – or lung –diseases, which also rank as…
In a single day, a person breathes an average of 25,000 times. Breathing is what keeps us alive. The cells in our bodies need oxygen to function properly and to grow. When we breathe, our lungs allow our bodies to take in oxygen from the air and deliver it to the bloodstream. But if our…
We have all heard that getting a good night’s sleep directly impacts how we feel during the day. If you have insomnia, or even sleep poorly for just one night, you will probably feel it the next day. However, if you continually get poor sleep or are sleep deprived, you may be in for some…
Pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist Dr. Olusegun Oseni recently redesigned his website to include more ways for patients to interact with his practice, Lung & Sleep Specialists of North Texas. The website offers a patient portal, online appointment requests, and a detailed patient education library including information on sleep disorders and lung health. In addition,…
