Bronchitis: Prevention
is a condition in which the , the tubes that carry air to your , become inflamed.
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Prevention of Bronchitis
You can’t always prevent or . However, you can take steps to lower your risk for both conditions. The most important step is to quit smoking or not start smoking.
For more information about how to quit smoking, go to the Health Topics Smoking and Your article and the National Heart, Lung, and Institute’s Although these resources focus on heart health, they include general information about how to quit smoking.
Also, try to avoid other lung irritants, such as secondhand smoke, dust, fumes, vapors, and air pollution. For example, wear a mask over your and when you use paint, paint remover, varnish, or other substances with strong fumes. This will help protect your .
Wash your often to limit your exposure to and . Your doctor also may advise you to get a yearly and a vaccine…