|  | | Summer months can be tough on your health especially with the increase in air pollution, heat, and humidity. This can be particularly harmful for those individuals who have chronic lung conditions such as asthma, allergies, or, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). For those who have pre-existing chronic lung conditions are at higher risk for flare ups particularly in the summer. Reactions can range from mild to life-threatening, and symptoms can include coughing, sneezing, wheezing, shortness of breath, fatigue, or itchy, red, watery eyes. | Learn More |
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|  | More produce for you | We are in the home stretch of Operation: Eat Right! Mission 4 started on July 16 with a focus on increasing your fruit and vegetable intake. Learn helpful tips from Super Dietitian...Emory's nutrition superhero!
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|  | | Many people look forward to summer each year, ready to shake off the dark and cold of winter and take their exercise routine outdoors. Warmer weather and longer stretches of daylight make it ideal for walking, jogging, cycling, gardening, and other outdoor activities. As we move into July and August, however, the Georgia heat and humidity can get the best of us. And sometimes all we want to do is stay inside where it is cool. While it is important to use caution, you don't have to let the heat of summer completely melt your exercise plans. Follow these tips for exercising outdoors in the summer: | Read More |
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