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Redacción de Top Doctors

Redacción de Top Doctors
Neumología

Face masks: should I be wearing one during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Lately many of you have been wondering whether or not you should wear a face mask. We decided to check out the facts about masks during the COVID-19 pandemic and found out how effective they are at preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus. Experts have shared their advice, in this article we reach a conclusion that should help you decide whether it's appropriate for you to be wearing a mask or not.

covid-19 and coronavirus
Redacción de Top Doctors

Redacción de Top Doctors
Neumología

How should I wash my clothes during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Handwashing and social distancing are both important measures to take during this time in order to prevent spreading coronavirus. Recently, many of you have been concerned about how long the virus that causes COVID-19 can last survive for on surfaces and garments. In this article, we found out from a range of different sources including the 'Centers for Disease Control and Prevention' in the US, how we should be washing our clothes during the pandemic and whether it is possible to contract coronavirus from an item of clothing.

coronavirus, immune system, diet, healthy lifestyle, cold, flu, respiratory infection
Redacción de Top Doctors

Redacción de Top Doctors
Neumología

Coronavirus: Can you boost your immune system?

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of a strong immune system is becoming much more visible. How can you support your body’s natural defence against antigens? Do you need to change your habits? We've laid out several steps you can take (or might already be taking) to “boost” the immune system.

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Redacción de Top Doctors
Neumología

Coronavirus and hay fever symptoms: how to tell the difference

With the arrival of spring, many of you will begin to show symptoms of hay fever. These symptoms are usually no cause for alarm, however, with the lockdown and the coronavirus pandemic currently affecting the UK, you may be giving the symptoms a second thought. We reiterate the symptoms of hay fever and COVID-19 in this article to ensure there is no confusion.

overweight man
Dr Muhammed Raashed

Por Dr Muhammed Raashed
15.04.20
Neumología

relationship between obstructive sleep apnoea obesity

Between 10-20% of all obese people suffer from obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), and since 30% of the adult population in the UK is now obese, the prevalence of OSA is fairly high. Top consultant respiratory physician, Dr Muhammed Raashed explains the relationship between OSA and obesity, the health risks this condition carries and the type of treatment that is available so you can have a better night's sleep.

A picture of a heart. New findings suggest that Covid-19 may have an affect on the heart.
Dr Alexander Hobson

Por Dr Alexander Hobson
07.04.20
Neumología

Is there a link between coronavirus and heart failure?

Symptoms of coronavirus such as difficulty in breathing and in more severe cases, pneumonia, have been the primary focus of the respiratory disease. More evidence is surfacing from doctors on the frontline of managing cases, that shows that the virus can also infect the heart and potentially leads to heart failure. Read more on this and what it might also mean for those who live with a pre-existing heart condition.

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