WHAT IS COPD? Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, refers to a group of diseases, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, that cause airway obstruction and other breathing-related problems. Chronic respiratory diseases comprise the third leading cause of death in the U.S. While more than 16 million Americans have COPD, millions more are not being treated and may not even know they have the condition. CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS Chronic lung disease is a serious condition that … [Read more...] about CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE (COPD)
Respiratory Infection
As the world devotes rapt attention with COVID-19, it is important to know what a respiratory infection is and when it is an emergency. The symptoms can be very much like COVID-19 and knowing the differences in symptoms is critical. Risks of Transmission for Respiratory Infections The common cold is the most common cause of doctor visits in the United States. URIs (Upper Respiratory Infections) spread from one person to another through airborne germs and hand contact to the nose and … [Read more...] about Respiratory Infection
Coronavirus COVID-19 Update
How Elite Care keeps you safe during COVID-19! | As the spread of COVID-19 continues, Elite Care 24 HR Emergency Center has implemented a few extra steps to keep Houston Thriving and most of all safe. We have provided a completely separate entrance for respiratory patients to avoid the spread of any virus or illness. Each patient is given a mask and required to clean their hands before entering our facility. We have required all staff to wear a mask and practice hand hygiene. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus COVID-19 Update
