Respiratory Disorders

American Lung Association - Provides information on various conditions, research and statistics, plus programs and events.
www.lungusa.org/

Anoxia and Hypoxia - Information page compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/anoxia_doc.htm

AOL Body - Respiratory Health - Learn about the signs, symptoms and treatments for all the major types of respiratory health issues. Plus, get tips to lower your risk factors.
body.aol.com/condition-center/respiratory-health

Bronchiectasis R Us - Offers facts including how is it diagnosed, living with it, physiotherapy techniques and devices, and forums available to meet other people with this disorder.
www.bronchiectasis.info

The Canadian Lung Association - 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.
www.lung.ca/

CaringBridge for Jim Tench - A place to keep friends and family updated about Jim Tench's ongoing battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), and his double lung transplant that it has necessitated.
www.caringbridge.com/visit/jimtench

Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis - Nonprofit partnership organization advocating on behalf of pulmonary fibrosis patients nationwide.
www.coalitionforpf.org

Drkoop.com: Respiratory - News articles, grouped by condition.
www.drkoop.com/template.asp?page=channel&ap=93&cid=1056&subcid=1345

eMedicine Health - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of lung collapse.
www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/13681-1.asp

eMedicine Health: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - Consumer health resource center providing information on the dangers and symptoms of CO poisoning. From eMedicine Health.
www.emedicinehealth.com/carbon_monoxide_poisoning/article_em.htm

eMedicine Health: Smoke Inhalation - Consumer health resource center providing information on the symptoms and treatment.
www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/6413-1.asp

eMedicine: Hiccups - Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of hiccups.
www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/14049-1.asp

How Stuff Works: Lungs - Illustrated description of how we breathe, plus information about various disorders.
www.howstuffworks.com/lung.htm

Huff and Puff Victoria - Provides details of various support groups. Includes a directory of links for specific conditions, plus information on exercising and using medications.
home.vicnet.net.au/~huffpuff/

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis - Provides information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/ipf.htm

InterMune, Inc. - Read about INSPIRE, a comprehensive clinical trial in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). Information for patients, physicians and investors.
www.inspiretrial.com

Irish Lung Fibrosis Association - General information about lung fibrosis. Find practical help, scientific resources and case histories.
www.ilfa.ie/

LAM Action - Provides information and support for those with lymphangioleiomyomatosis. Includes fact sheet and patient organisation information.
www.lamaction.org/

LAM Foundation - A non-profit organization devoted to finding a cure for Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) by providing support, education, information and funding scientific research.
lam.uc.edu/

LAM Trust of New Zealand - Provides support and information about lymphangioleiomyomatosis. Includes facts, lecture notes and events.
www.lam.org.nz/

Living With Respiratory Disease - A discussion group for those affected by respiratory conditions. [Registration required.]
groups.yahoo.com/group/Living_With_Respiratory_Disease/

Lungs OnLine - Learn about a variety of lung diseases and conditions as well as diagnostic testing information.
www.lungsonline.com

Medco Health - Research respiratory conditions or browse detailed drug information related to respiratory conditions. Features include interactive tools and related news.
www.medcohealth.com/medco/consumer/ehealth/topics.jsp?topicID=Respiratory+Health&ltSess=y

MedicineNet: FocusOn Lungs - Offers topics covering a variety of disorders, including procedures and tests, alongside news and a discussion boards.
www.medicinenet.com/lungs/focus.htm

No Air To Go - Provides information concerning Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Sarcoidosis, including diagnosis and treatment. Includes a glossary, links and a chatroom.
noairtogo.tripod.com/

NTMinfo.com - Offers information about nontuberculous mycobacteria, including symptoms, tests and treatments.
ntminfo.org/

OHSU Health: Respiratory Disorders - Overview, symptom and treatment information plus basic anatomy.
www.ohsu.edu/health/health-topics/topic.cfm?id=9249&parent=12344

Pulmonary PAP - Discussion group for people with pulmonary alveolar proteinosis. Scheduled weekly chat sessions. [Membership required.]
groups.yahoo.com/group/pulmonarypap/

Pulmonology Channel - Resources on diagnosis and treatment of a variety of pulmonary conditions. Includes a forum and video presentations. [Real Player required.]
www.pulmonologychannel.com/

RadiologyInfo: Chest Radiography - Information for patients concerning chest xrays.
www.radiologyinfo.org/en/info.cfm?pg=chestrad

Respiratory Medicine - Includes information on asthma, copd, cystic fibrosis, telemedicine, spirometry, scientific publications, meetings and pulmonary medicine.
users.telenet.be/spirometrie/

Revolution Health : Lung - Find lung information, covering symptoms, causes, risks, treatments and types. Discuss lung issues with others in forums, blogs, personal stories and recommendations.
www.revolutionhealth.com/conditions/lung/

RXinsider: Cough - Basic information for patients.
rxinsider.com/monographs/cough.htm

TrachyVentList - Group for people living with a tracheostomy and or ventilator, their families, friends and carers. Information on how to join plus profiles of members.
www.tuftysue.cwc.net/TrachyVentList.html

Vocal Cord Dysfunction - General information on this condition.
cantbreathesuspectvcd.com/