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Results 1 - 7 of 7 for respiratory system
  1. ... two lungs are the primary organs of the respiratory system. They sit to the left and right of ... called the diaphragm serves other parts of the respiratory system, such as the trachea, or windpipe, and bronchi, ...
  2. ... carbon dioxide diffuse, or move freely, between the respiratory system and the bloodstream. Oxygen molecules attach to red ...
  3. Clean Air at Home Video (American Lung Association)  
    ... Extreme side effects can target the central nervous system, cause respiratory diseases like asthma, emphysema, and cause cancer and cardiovascular disease. Poor indoor air can also impact the blood, spleen, liver, and reproductive system. Young children, older adults, and people with existing ...
  4. Learn about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Video (American Lung Association)  
    ... Section Menu Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Learn About Respiratory ... with chronic conditions or weakened immune systems are at high risk for developing severe RSV. ...
  5. RSV: When It's More Than Just a Cold Video (American Academy of Pediatrics)  
    ... an average of 7-14 days. Cold: Upper Respiratory Tract Infection Bronchiolitis: Lower Respiratory Tract Infection Cold symptoms may include: Fever (temperature ...
  6. ... ability to clear mucus normally, which invites recurring respiratory infections like bronchitis and pneumonia . Nodular bronchiectatic NTM ... the lung tissue. This damage can lead to respiratory failure. This form is most commonly found in ...
  7. Know How to Use Your Asthma Inhaler Video (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)  
    ... plus icon Asthma Action Plans Coronavirus (COVID-19) Respiratory Infections How to Use your Asthma Inhaler Videos ... Resources plus icon Tool for Assessing Asthma Referral Systems (TAARS) Resources for Health Professionals and Schools plus ...