Some people continue coughing after they recover from a common respiratory infection. Doctors explain why a cough can last for weeks, masking etiquette and red flags suggesting something more serious.

Dave Marcus's persistent cough turned out to be a sign of lung cancer even though he was a non-smoker. Pictured with his partner, Emelie. (Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation/SWNS) A non-smoker whose ...

"Oh, that's just from smoking." It's easy to dismiss a chronic cough as another problem with cigarettes. But what if it's a sign of the lung disease COPD? Franziska Gabbert/dpa Long-term smokers often ...

A case in Pune city confused doctors for eight long months, where a six-year-old girl’s relentless cough was finally solved ...

Coughing is a natural reflex that helps clear the lungs and throat, but persistent coughing may indicate more serious issues, including heart health problems. According to a study published in ...

From persistent cought to unexplained weight loss - watch out for these early signs of lung cancer in non-smokers.

Researchers conducted a prospective study to assess the association between cough in adults with undiagnosed respiratory symptoms and its impact on QOL and sleep quality. They analyzed data from the ...

Dear Eric: I am in my 70s, and for the last couple of decades I have had occasional coughing fits that are triggered by talking too long and/or too loudly. When these fits happen, I literally can’t ...

Several nutrient-dense foods can aggravate cough, cold and chest congestion by irritating the throat, triggering excess mucus ...

Soothe respiratory ailments this chilly Bangladeshi winter using honey, a natural remedy for coughs and throat irritation. Rich in antioxidants, it boosts immunity, improves sleep, and moisturizes dry ...