Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Dyspnea is a medical term that describes shortness of breath, and a feeling of starving for oxygen. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disorder characterized by persistent obstruction to airflow through the lungs. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
A one-way valve that is implanted in the airways in the lung help people with COPD and emphysema breathe more easily.
Pediatric acute respiratory failure is an emergency. It can be serious, even life-threatening, but most children recover without chronic illness.
Allergies occur when the body's immune system overreacts to outdoor stimulants such as mold spores and pollen. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Guided by Yale Medicine physicians, EMS teams use innovative protocols to ensure patients receive the best care from the moment they dial 911.
While outdoor and wilderness adventures can be invigorating, injuries can occur; Yale Medicine doctors with specialized training can help.
Chronic stress is a consistent sense of feeling pressured and overwhelmed for a long period of time. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
The common cold is probably the most universal illness. It is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract, which includes the nose and throat area.