Breathing condition triggers hiding in your home
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You might not think much about the air you breathe. That is, unless you’re one of the millions of Americans living with a condition like asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These conditions affect your lungs and make it harder to breathe. And what’s in the air can make these conditions worse. These simple tweaks around your home may help relieve symptoms of asthma, allergies or COPD.
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