Lung health vital for overall well-being: Expert

Bathinda, September 24, 2024: “Lung health is vital for overall well-being, yet many individuals remain unaware of the risks factors associated with lung diseases.”

While speaking in a talk on the eve of World Lung Day on Tuesday, Dr. Manan Bedi, pulmonologist at Max Hospital, Bathinda emphasized that our lungs play a critical role in our overall health.
“Through our initiatives on World Lung Day, we aim to educate the community on the importance of lung health, encouraging proactive measures to prevent respiratory diseases.”

Dr. Bedi further said that the key symptoms of lung issues include persistent cough, shortness of breath, chest pain or discomfort, wheezing chest tightness, snoring unexplained fatigue etc.

While talking about causes. Dr. Manan Bedi outlined various causes of lung diseases including smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke, air pollution and occupational hazards, allergens and respiratory infections and genetic predisposition.

He said the practical prevention tips to avoid disease are: quitting smoking and avoiding exposure to tobacco smoke, maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise and a balanced diet, staying updated on vaccinations, including the flu and pneumonia vaccines and regular health check-ups to monitor lung function.