Today the U.S. reached the grim milestone of 200,000 deaths due to COVID-19. The coronavirus is particularly worrisome for people with other health conditions.
In this Mediaplanet article, Dr. Albert A. Rizzo, chief medical officer for the American Lung Association, tells me how people with chronic lung disease can protect themselves.
Here’s an excerpt:
Dr. Rizzo recommends people with lung disease maintain healthy habits, including proper sleep, diet, and exercise, as well as not smoking or vaping. They should continue their regular medicines.