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“Asthma and Allergies: What You Need to Know to Breathe Easier”

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  “Asthma and Allergies: What You Need to Know to Breathe Easier” Asthma and allergies are two of the most common chronic health conditions that can affect your breathing and quality of life. While they often occur together, they are not the same—and understanding the difference can help you manage both more effectively. Let’s break it down in a simple, informative way. 🫁 What Is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic (long-term) condition that affects the airways in your lungs. When you have asthma, your airways become inflamed, swollen, and narrow making it harder to breathe. Common symptoms include: Shortness of breath Wheezing (a whistling sound when breathing) Chest tightness Coughing, especially at night or early morning Asthma can be mild, moderate, or severe , and its symptoms may come and go. Triggers like allergens, cold air, exercise, or respiratory infections can cause an asthma attack , where symptoms suddenly worsen. 🌿 What Are Allergies? Allergies happen when your immune syst...

Misinformation vs. Disinformation: What's the Key Difference?

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  Misinformation vs. Disinformation: What's the Key Difference? Before we dive deeper, it’s important to understand the key difference: Misinformation refers to false or inaccurate information shared without the intent to deceive. It may stem from misunderstandings, outdated knowledge, or misinterpretation of facts. Disinformation , on the other hand, is intentionally false information spread with the purpose of misleading people—often to promote an agenda, stir fear, or gain political or financial advantage. For example, someone sharing a false claim about the dangers of vaccines because they misunderstood a scientific study is spreading misinformation . A group promoting fake studies to deliberately discourage vaccination for political gain is spreading disinformation . The Digital Dilemma: Why False Health Information Spreads So Fast With more than 5 billion people using the internet globally, platforms like Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and WhatsApp have become primary sources of...

Mobile Health Officials Warn: Respiratory Illnesses are on the Rise - What You Need to Know

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  Mobile Health Officials Warn: Respiratory Illnesses are on the Rise - What You Need to Know Have you been feeling under the weather lately? You're not alone. Mobile, Alabama is seeing a rise in respiratory illnesses. Viruses like RSV, the flu, and COVID-19 are spreading. This article will keep you informed. Learn how to protect yourself and your family. Understanding the Respiratory Illness Surge in Mobile It's important to understand what's going on. Several respiratory illnesses are contributing to the current surge in Mobile. Knowing the main culprits can help. Common Culprits: RSV, Flu, and COVID-19 RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) often causes cold-like symptoms. It can be serious for infants and older adults. The flu brings fever, cough, and body aches. COVID-19 shows a wide range of symptoms. These include cough, fatigue, and loss of taste or smell. All three spread through respiratory droplets. This happens when someone coughs or sneezes. Severity varies, so be a...