ST. PAUL, Minn. — Talking while eating isn't just poor manners. It can lead to a quick fit of coughing chaos if you're not careful. That person in distress might then say, "Wrong pipe!" How does ...

The common lung infection can range from mild to life-threatening. Here’s how to recognize it and when to seek care.

There are more than seven main types of pneumonia, including community-acquired pneumonia caused by bacteria and viruses. Other types include walking, aspiration, chemical, and hospital-acquired ...

Aspiration during surgery doesn't happen often, but when it does, it can cause serious health problems. In some cases, it's the result of a medical error, which could point to malpractice. Patients ...