Pneumonia
Pneumonia is a medical term for a condition that attacks the lungs. There are over fifty “kinds” of pneumonia based on the organism (virus, bacteria, etc.) that causes the disease. Pneumonia is particularly dangerous for older adults and people with chronic illnesses or weakened immune systems. Although they may vary, the most common symptoms of pneumonia are chest pain, fever, chills, cough, and shortness of breath. Thanks to the miracles of modern drug therapy some of the most prevalent forms of pneumonia are treatable. To get answers to all your pneumonia questions, visit our list of Recommended Sites.
Unfortunately, pneumonia is still the sixth most common cause of death in the United States. In fact, almost 3,000 Pennsylvanians die as result of pneumonia or similar conditions every year. PhillyHealthInfo.org is here to help you find treatment programs and other pneumonia resources in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or Philadelphia County. Our local health services list in the blue box on the right side of the page is a good place to start.
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