Bronchitis can be treated with a ‘flash-freeze’ icy blast to the lungs in new 30 minute procedure

An unshakable cough, shortness of breath and constant lung infections are a reality of daily life for thousands suffering chronic bronchitis.  Even the most basic household chore can feel like a struggle for those with the long-term con­dition, which is triggered by inflammation in the lungs.  There is no cure and treatments such as inhalers … Read more

Cold, flu and bronchitis infections fell ‘well below average’ during coronavirus lockdown

Rates of flu and colds have plummeted ‘well below average’ during the coronavirus crisis thanks to lockdown and social distancing, data suggests.  Incidence of bronchitis and other viral infections, including laryngitis and tonsillitis, are also much lower than would be expected at this time of year. A report by the Royal College of GPs, collected … Read more