extremely complex procedure of IVF over many years and who still do not have a child. We sometimes get to feel their frustration at this. We were lucky. IVF worked for us. We are...

nine. The author would like to remain anonymous. More on living and parenting with cystic fibrosis: Feeling worthy of love despite an illness: An interview about cystic fibrosis...

are more likely to lose control of a coughing fit with your mouth open and it can sometimes make you feel sick or vomit. Tip 3: Cough against the back of your hand, your closed...

turn keeps your throat moist. If you feel you need to cough because your throat is tickly, this tip definitely helps. Tip 3: Breathe out against resistance If you can feel that you...

the menu every day. Making therapy a pleasant experience Children with chronic lung disease often feel that having to do their inhalation and breathing therapy religiously every...

and shallow breathing changes the airflow into the airways, which can relieve the irritation. If you feel the urge to cough while you are using the nebuliser, stop the inhalation...

your fist. If you funnel your fist properly and close your hand tightly enough, you will be able to feel the desired resistance as you breathe out. Repeat until the urge to cough...

secreted into the bronchial tubes and the airways to constrict. This, in turn, can make the chest feel tight and can trigger respiratory distress. Symptoms such as breathlessness,...

and respiratory tract infections spread routinely through crèches, nurseries and play schools. It feels like the little ones are sniffling and coughing nonstop from October to...

people – my good friends and my family. Other things that are important are: Activities that make me feel good. Spending as much time as possible outdoors in nature. Exercise and...