In an observational study that began enrollment last month, researchers will determine if continuous, remote lung sound monitoring via an FDA-cleared wearable is feasible in adults with COPD, ...

A Karnataka-based start-up has developed an AI-powered app, Shwaasa, that analyses cough sounds to screen for chronic lung diseases such as COPD and asthma. The tool has been validated by AIIMS and ...

An algorithm influenced by cough sound recognition and symptom reporting conducted using a smartphone was found to be effective at diagnosing patients with acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive ...

The non-invasive, accessible, rapid-screening tool, validated by extensive trials in medical institutions including AIIMS, can detect the possibility of a range of respiratory conditions like Chronic ...

An irritating cough that just won’t go away is easy to dismiss as a mild inconvenience like a cold or flu, but in some cases, it can be a sign of different conditions. “One of the most common causes ...

The combined impact of respiratory illness such as COPD, asthma, chronic cough and pneumonia on individuals and health systems is staggering. COPD alone affects more than 15 million people and costs ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic, incurable condition, which is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. People with COPD experience shortness of breath, wheezing, and ...

Symptoms of stage 3 and 4 emphysema may significantly affect a person’s ability to perform daily activities, such as showering. People may experience frequent flare-ups, worsening shortness of breath, ...

The term smoker's cough often suggests mere hoarseness and a scratchy throat. This also refers to a persistent tickle and irritation inside one's lungs. However, doctors caution that such a chronic ...

Our lungs are a vital piece of our overall health. However, a group of diseases known as COPD can significantly affect lung health. “COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,” explains Dr ...

Different types of coughs and accompanying symptoms might give an indication of what might be causing it.