Health Tip: Help Reduce Your Risk of Lung Disease

What you can do

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(HealthDay News) -- By keeping your lungs healthy, you may be able to help prevent conditions including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

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The National Women's Health Information Center offers these suggestions for good lung health:

• Quit smoking, and avoid exposure to secondhand smoke.
• Avoid exposure to environmental pollutants such as asbestos and radon gas.
• If you work around dust or chemical fumes, make sure the area is well-ventilated and that you wear a mask.
• If you are at a high risk of lung disease, test your breathing function regularly.
• Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, which may help reduce your risk of cancer.
• If you have a persistent cough that doesn't appear related to a cold or allergy, see your doctor.

-- Diana Kohnle