News and Knowledge

What are the symptoms of Pulmonary Fibrosis?

Pulmonary fibrosis (PF) is a chronic and terminal lung disease which disproportionately affects men, resulting in scarring and thickening of the tissue around the lungs, which inevitably leads to serious breathing issues.   The causes of PF still remain poorly understood, although much of the recent research links a higher-risk of developing the condition to…

Pulmonary Fibrosis FAQ

What is Pulmonary Fibrosis?   Pulmonary Fibrosis (PF) is a chronic and terminal lung condition which mostly affects men, and leaves the lungs scarred which then causes severe breathing issues. This is due to scar tissue building up in the lungs, therefore reducing their capability to transfer inhaled oxygen into the blood.     What…

3 common occupational lung diseases you need to be aware of

An occupational lung disease is a condition that has been caused or made worse by the materials you have been exposed to in a workplace.   The conditions are usually caused by repeated or long-term exposure to certain chemicals or irritants and can often cause serious or life-altering conditions. Occupational diseases can be acquired through…

Early detection of Pulmonary Fibrosis

What is Pulmonary Fibrosis (PF)?   Pulmonary fibrosis is a chronic and fatal lung condition which mostly affects men and leaves the lungs scarred, which then causes severe breathing issues. This is because the scar tissue builds up in the lungs, therefore reducing their ability to transfer oxygen that is breathed into the blood. There…

Respiratory diseases and risk industries

Respiratory conditions are not simply restricted to workers exposed to chemicals, dust, fibres and vapours, but this article touches upon this aspect of respiratory disease and risk industries.   Likewise, there is no exhaustive list of industries and professions that may put you at risk of developing a respiratory disease over the course of many…