The study of the respiratory system microbiome is a burgeoning field that has recently garnered significant attention.

You may understand the respiratory and digestive systems as separate entities but, in many ways, the two are intimately connected. For example, breathing provides oxygen to help your digestive tract ...

Circadian rhythms, the body's biological processes that repeat in 24-hour cycles, may have a significant effect on a person's lung function and, ultimately, help determine the best time of day ...

WARRINGTON, Pa., Dec. 7, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Discovery Laboratories, Inc. (Nasdaq:DSCO), today announced that new Aerosurf ® data in a study employing the well-established preterm lamb model of ...

Yoga and pranayama (breathing exercises) can be powerful tools for maintaining respiratory health and reducing the risk of asthma and bronchitis flareups. When practiced regularly, these techniques ...

Research has linked handgrip strength to other health problems in older adults. Losing muscle strength as you age also means losing muscle strength in your respiratory system. However, little is known ...

Tailored advice from healthcare professionals and dietitians optimizes respiratory health. Informed choices and healthy habits reduce illness risks, promoting overall well-being. Maintaining ...

As we age, we may become weaker as our muscles tend to lose their mass and strength. This condition of losing muscle mass is called sarcopenia. Sarcopenia can lead to problems performing your daily ...