Once you understand what's behind your cough, choosing the right treatment becomes much easier.

Experts say the key lies in the cough’s symptoms and length. People should go see a doctor if their cough lasts for more than ...

Dave Marcus's persistent cough turned out to be a sign of lung cancer even though he was a non-smoker. Pictured with his partner, Emelie. (Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation/SWNS) A non-smoker whose ...

During the winter season, complaints of coughs and colds become among the most common health issues. Most people tend to ignore coughs by labelling them as seasonal and hoping they will clear up soon.

"Oh, that's just from smoking." It's easy to dismiss a chronic cough as another problem with cigarettes. But what if it's a sign of the lung disease COPD? Franziska Gabbert/dpa Long-term smokers often ...

Drinking warm fluids like tea can help loosen thickened mucus in the lungs. Inhaling moist air using a humidifier or steam can make it easier to cough up and remove lung mucus. Controlled coughing ...

Huff coughing, or huffing, is a breathing technique that helps move mucus out of the lungs. It can clear the lungs and help prevent infection in people with conditions such as chronic obstructive ...

Mucus is your body’s natural defence, but too much of it can make breathing feel like you’re inhaling through a wet sponge. Your lungs produce mucus every day to trap dust, germs, and irritants.

Coughing up blood, medically known as hemoptysis, can trigger immediate panic and concern. While this symptom certainly warrants attention, understanding the various causes can help you better assess ...

This debilitating disease is particularly dangerous for babies, but can affect people at any age. Vaccination remains a key ...

Sabari recommends regular activity, such as walking 30 minutes a day several times a week, to help maintain lung strength.