A recent study in the U.K. has revealed that more people than ever before have quit smoking this year as a direct result of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) pandemic. In July 2020, the organization Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) reported that more than 1 million people stopped smoking since the coronavirus pandemic hit…
In response to COVID-19, Lung and Sleep Specialists of North Texas is taking all necessary measures for the safety of our patients and staff. We are cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting all frequently touched surfaces multiple times daily. If you are coughing or sneezing, please immediately put on a mask and notify the front desk for…
Exposure to toxic mold can have dangerous health repercussions. Reactions to mold include irritation of the nose, throat, and eyes, with symptoms including coughing and wheezing. In some people, the skin also has a reaction. Those who need to see a doctor right away when exposed to toxic mold include people who are allergic to…
Every year, more than 8 million Americans are diagnosed with bronchitis, making it a very common illness. Bronchitis causes inflammation in the lining of the bronchial tubes. The bronchial tubes are the air passageways that carry air to and from your lungs. Bronchitis can affect people of all ages and can prevent you from engaging…
Allergies are one of the most common chronic condition, and it is estimated that over 50 million Americans suffer some type of allergy every year. Allergies refer to the body’s immune system overreacting to a non-threatening substance due to hypersensitivity. Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) is a very common type of allergy condition in which patients…
