Tag Archives: Lung

More than 90% of world's children breathe toxic air, affecting brain, lung and heart health

In 2016, 600,000 children were estimated to have died from acute lower respiratory infections caused by polluted air. Air pollution is one of the leading threats to health in children under 5, accounting for almost one in 10 deaths among this age group, the report reveals. “This is inexcusable. Every child should be able to… Read More: More than 90% of world's children breathe toxic air, affecting… »

Natural Ways To Reduce Your Risk Of Lung Cancer

October is Healthy Lung Month, an annual reminder to stay conscious of ways to combat airborne toxins and reduce the risk of lung cancer nationwide. Lung cancer has a longstanding history as one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths around the world, however, 90 percent of diagnoses could have been prevented. The reality is… Read More: Natural Ways To Reduce Your Risk Of Lung Cancer »

Polio Survivor, 82, Is One of the Last 3 People in the U.S. to Use an Iron Lung

Mona Randolph relies on one of the 700-lb. devices to keep her alive. With just three remaining in the United States, iron lungs are nearly obsolete — but Mona Randolph, a polio survivor, relies on one of the 700-lb. devices to keep her alive. The 82-year-old Randolph has used the device on and off since… Read More: Polio Survivor, 82, Is One of the Last 3 People… »