Respiratory Disorders

Information on a variety of conditions, including asthma, sleep apnea and tuberculosis, plus a drug information search. Includes information about the respiratory system, and a kid's corner.

Provides information concerning Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Sarcoidosis, including diagnosis and treatment. Includes a glossary, links and a chatroom.

Provides information on this common lower respiratory tract infection of young children. Includes details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, complications, prevention and self-help.

AVSGF-UK represents asbestos victims support groups enabling them to discuss issues of common concern. Includes information on the disease, membership and activities.

Factsheet including epidemiology, management, the benign form of the disease, asbestosis, malignant diseases and compensation.

Provides information including an animation and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and living with the condition.

Provides information and interactive support for COPD patients, caregivers, families and interested individuals, featuring chatrooms, message boards, e-mail lists, and a library.

Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of this disorder.

Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment. From eMedicine Health.

Factsheet including causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, with links to other useful resources.

CAP is a statewide collaborative of non-profits and state agencies working together to implement California's strategic plan for asthma and make a real difference in the lives of people with this disorder.

Promotes asthma education and care so to reduce illness and death by asthma.

Updated guidelines for diagnosis and management with recommendations on medications. (September 2002)

Details about a clinical trial for those between the ages of forty and seventy four who have a confirmed diagnosis of emphysema. Information about participation and see if you are a candidate.

News on SARS collected from various sources.