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What is idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, cause of Zakir Hussain's death?

At present, there is no such cure for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Updated on Dec 16, 2024 02:19 PM IST

Respiratory cases surge as air quality worsens in Gurugram

A metro runs braves through smog-induced low visibility at Cyber City metro station near DLF Gateway Tower on Wednesday, when Gurugram air quality index (AQI) dropped to “very poor” levels, logging a reading of 321. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)
Published on Nov 14, 2024 08:30 AM IST

Why silica dust could become the 'new asbestos' health risk

Daily exposure to silica dust, released from cement and stone, can lead to silicosis, which is a scarring and hardening of the lungs
Published on Aug 08, 2024 11:28 AM IST

World Asthma Day 2024: Date, history, significance

This year, World Asthma Day will be observed on May 7.
Updated on May 07, 2024 10:26 AM IST

Air pollution linked to higher hospitalisations for heart, lung diseases

Air pollution linked to higher hospitalisations for heart, lung diseases: Study
Updated on Feb 23, 2024 05:16 PM IST