8 Good Things to Do for Your Lungs

This article is courtesy of Right at Home

As we grow older, it can be harder for our lungs to do their job. Older adults are more susceptible to respiratory infections, including COVID-19, pneumonia and the flu. They’re also at higher risk of other lung conditions, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and lung cancer. Make lung health a topic of discussion at your next doctor appointment!

Here is a visual reminder of ways we can protect our lung health.

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