What to know about Pneumonia?

Pneumonia is a form of acute respiratory infection that is most commonly caused by viruses or bacteria. It can cause mild to life-threatening illnesses in people of all ages; however, it is the single largest infectious cause of death in children worldwide. Pneumonia killed more than 808 000 children under the age of 5 in 2017, accounting for 15% of all deaths of children fewer than 5 years.  People at-risk for pneumonia also include adults over the age of 65 and people with preexisting health problems. The lungs are made up of small sacs called alveoli, which fill with air when a healthy person breathes. When an individual has pneumonia, the alveoli are filled with pus and fluid, which makes breathing painful and limits oxygen intake. These infections are generally spread by direct contact with infected people.

Fast facts about Pneumonia:

Pneumonia is more common than you think. It causes more than a million hospitalizations and more than 50,000 deaths each year. Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of your lungs, causing inflammation and fluid build-up. It may cause problems with oxygen exchange. Here's what you should know about this serious illness.

• The chances of getting pneumonia can be substantially reduced.
• Anyone can get pneumonia.
• Pneumonia can have more than 30 different causes.
• It can be deadly.
• Good health habits can fight pneumonia.
• There is no one cause of pneumonia.
• Breastfeeding can prevent pneumonia in children.
• Pneumonia can be prevented with a flu vaccine
• Pneumonia can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or fungi
• Pneumonia can be prevented by immunization, adequate nutrition, and addressing environmental factors.

Importance of Pneumonia:

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs that may be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. The infection causes the lungs' air sacs (alveoli) to become inflamed and fill up with fluid or pus. That can make it hard for the oxygen you breathe in to get into your bloodstream. The symptoms of pneumonia can range from mild to severe and include cough, fever, chills, and trouble breathing. Many factors affect how serious a case of pneumonia is, such as the type of germ causing the lung infection, the person’s age, and overall health. The people most at risk are infants and young children, adults 65 or older, and people who have other health problems. Pneumonia is a leading cause of hospitalization in both children and adults. Most cases can be treated successfully, although it can take weeks to fully recover. Tens of thousands of people in the U.S. die from pneumonia every year, most of them adults over the age of 65.

About Respiratory Conference 2023:

The respiratory system is the defining element for all active living beings who breathe air. Recently the covid-19 pandemic has consumed the global human population through respiratory disease, leaving a trail of loss and devastation. Respiratory Conference 2023 invites you to join the “4th International Conference on Respiratory Disease and Care” in Zurich, Switzerland. This Respiratory Conference comes at a very critical time to review what we have learned thus far and what we can propose going forward to protect and prevent situations like SARS-CoV-2 and many others. With this aim, this Respiratory Conference will attract all levels of pulmonologists, researchers, and industry personnel to a common platform for crucial collaborations to secure effective healthcare services for the future. The goal of Longdom Conferences is to bring together scientists at every level from diverse disciplines to understand and discuss throughout the programmed sessions and comfortable gatherings. All these opportunities will support the professional growth of younger scientists that will promote future collaborations and enhance participation and contribution to their exciting research work.

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