by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 10/17/2025 | Infectious Diseases, Respiratory Diseases
Content discussed in this post Where it began and an essential timeline Why it became a pandemic Global numbers and excess mortality Psychological and social impact Economic and education impact Vaccination: why it moved so fast Symptoms, transmission, and risk...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 09/04/2025 | Respiratory Diseases
Bronchitis is a respiratory condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the bronchi — the airways responsible for carrying air into the lungs — become inflamed, making it difficult to breathe and causing symptoms such as persistent cough and...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 08/09/2025 | Respiratory Diseases
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory condition that makes it harder for air to pass through the lungs, making breathing increasingly difficult. While there is no cure, treatments can control symptoms, slow the progression of the...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 07/16/2025 | Genetic and Hereditary Diseases, Respiratory Diseases
Cystic fibrosis (CF), also known as mucoviscidosis, is a rare and chronic genetic disease that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. Although it poses significant challenges, advances in medicine have transformed the outlook for many individuals, enabling...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 07/11/2025 | Respiratory Diseases
Asthma is one of the most common chronic respiratory diseases worldwide, affecting people of all ages — though it’s more frequently diagnosed in childhood. Characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, asthma can make breathing difficult, trigger...