Pulmonologist flags winter respiratory risks

Srinagar, Nov 14: With winter setting in across Kashmir, leading pulmonologist Dr Naveed Nazir has warned of a rise in respiratory illnesses, saying cold weather can worsen existing lung conditions, trigger severe attacks and increase hospital visits, particularly among patients suffering from asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Dr Nazir said the number of patients visiting respiratory disease outpatient departments (OPDs) generally increases duri

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