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A man wears a face mask during the 2019-20 coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak to try to prevent catching it.

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Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that cause a range of illnesses, from the common cold to more severe respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and most recently COVID-19 (2019-nCoV) which originated in Wuhan, Hubei province in China and is currently affecting populations around the world. Whilst we still do not have a cure or vaccine for COVID-19, there are steps to help prevent catching and spreading it.

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Dr Dan Ornadel
21.01.20
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

What do different types of coughs indicate?

Coughing is usually short-lived and tends to disappear after a few weeks. There are many factors that may cause a cough, from inflammation, scarring to cancer. Here, one of our top physicians in respiratory medicine explains different types of coughs and their accompanying symptoms.

Dr Edward Nash
02.07.19
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

The challenges of diagnosing asthma

Asthma is a chronic disease of the airways that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, causing symptoms such as tightness in the chest, breathlessness and wheezing. Unfortunately, it’s a condition that often goes misdiagnosed or undiagnosed. Pulmonologist Dr Edward Nash talks about the different tests used to diagnose asthma and the challenges faced when making a diagnosis.

Dr Ben Marshall
28.03.19
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

Diagnosing flu at home: are we nearly there?

We've all had the dreaded flu virus before - fever, muscle aches and feelings of exhaustion! We asked one of our experts in respiratory and general medicine Dr Ben Marshall if home testing kits could one day be a reality for influenza and whether it could work as a preventative for the illness.

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Respiratory tract infections: when to see a doctor

In the winter months, pneumonia and ‘flu are some of the most common reasons to be admitted into hospital. It’s important for all patients to recognise the signs and know when to get medical advice – so this article by consultant respiratory specialist Dr Ben Marshall provides a brief guide.

Dr Sundeep Kaul
08.01.19
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

When should I visit a cough specialist?

Most people with a chronic cough will visit their GP for advice and treatment. But evidence suggests that a visit to a cough specialist is much more likely to result in correct diagnosis and effective treatment. So what does a cough specialist do, how do they diagnose your cough, and when should you visit one? We asked Dr Sundeep Kaul, leading expert in both respiratory medicine and critical care.

Dr Sundeep Kaul
03.01.19
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

I have a cough that won’t go away – what could it be?

If you have a cough which has lasted for more than eight weeks, it’s important to seek medical advice, ideally from a cough specialist or cough clinic. In this article Dr Sundeep Kaul, a leading expert in respiratory care, explains that a cough could mean many things – which often makes the diagnosis challenging.

Dr Rachel Limbrey
31.07.18
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

Chronic cough - is it serious?

Do you have a cough that just won’t go away? We spoke to expert pulmonologist Dr Shanthi Paramothayan to find out what it could mean, and when to see a doctor.

Dr Neal Navani
23.07.18
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

A cure for lung cancer?

Unfortunately, lung cancer is still the largest cause of cancer death in the UK, but could lung cancer screening change this fact? Dr Neal Navani, a top respiratory medicine specialist explains.

Dr Syed Arshad Husain
06.07.18
Pneumologia e Malattie Respiratorie

Challenges in treating asthma

Everyone who has asthma experiences symptoms slightly differently, and what works for one person might not work for someone else. In this article, expert respiratory physician Dr Syed Husain explains the treatments offered for different types of asthma, the side effects involved, and the psychological challenges of the condition.

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