Flu warning: Your persistent cough could be THIS deadly genetic condition

Cystic fibrosis causes damage to the respiratory and digestive systems. This can lead to a build-up of thick, sticky mucus in the organs which can significantly impact on life expectancy. Symptoms include a stuff nose, persistent cough and wheezing. But they could be confused with signs of flu, which also include a cough and stuffy […]

Breathless and coughing? Persistent symptoms could be sign of deadly disease

Symptoms of the disease, which include breathlessness and persistent coughing are often ignored by patients until it is too late. In England there are around 1.8 million people who have been diagnosed with coronary heart disease (CHD), the main type of heart disease and 1 million people diagnosed with COPD – Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. […]