July 6, 2009

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Bronchitis (cont.)

Prevention

  • Stop smoking.
  • Avoid exposure to irritants. Proper protection in the workplace is vital to preventing exposure.
  • The dangers of secondhand smoke are well documented. Children should never be exposed to secondhand smoke inside the home.
  • Avoiding long exposure to air pollution from heavy traffic may help prevent bronchitis.



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