Health Tip: Keep Your Lungs Healthy

Here are some suggestions

November 9, 2009 RSS Feed Print

(HealthDay News) -- Your lungs may take a lot of abuse from the air that you breathe and an unhealthy lifestyle.

The American Lung Association offers these suggestions to help improve lung health:

Avoid cigarette smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke.
Limit exposure to pollutants in the air, including chemicals and smoke.
Minimize your risk of getting respiratory infections. Keep hands clean and get vaccinated to protect against illnesses such as flu and pneumonia.
Have regular medical checkups to help spot lung problems early.