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Bronchitis and pneumonia at the same time: Bronchitis vs. Pneumonia: What Are the Differences?
Bronchitis vs. Pneumonia: What Are the Differences?
If you’ve experienced a lingering cough that seems to come from deep in your chest, you may have wondered: Could I have bronchitis or pneumonia?
Coughs are a common symptom of respiratory infections like a cold or the flu — your body’s way of naturally clearing irritants out of your air passages to help prevent infection. (1)
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But a cough that won’t go away even after your sore throat, fever, and other symptoms have gotten better, and that’s accompanied by wheezing or shortness of breath, may indicate that you’re dealing with something more serious, like bronchitis or pneumonia. (1,2)
Given how many symptoms the two respiratory conditions share, it’s not surprising that bronchitis is often mistaken for pneumonia and vice versa. Bronchitis that’s thought to have turned into pneumonia may actually have been pneumonia all along. It’s also common for people to think that bronchitis can often turn into pneumonia, but in reality, this is not the case for most people, explains Ralph Gonzales, MD, the associate dean for clinical innovation and chief innovation officer for the University of San Francisco Health and an internal medicine specialist. “What we call bronchitis may sometimes be pneumonia,” he says.
Bronchitis vs. Pneumonia: What Are the Differences and Similarities?
Acute bronchitis is a condition in which the lining of your bronchial tubes (the passages that carry air to and from your lungs) becomes inflamed. This condition usually develops as a result of a viral infection like a cold or the flu, and it typically gets better in about one to two weeks. (This is different from chronic bronchitis, which is a condition that does not go away and is marked by a recurring cough and other symptoms that can be managed but not cured.) (3,4)
Pneumonia is an infection in one or both of the lungs that can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. When you have pneumonia, the air sacs of the lungs (alveoli) fill up with fluid or pus. While anyone can get pneumonia, some people — such as children, the elderly, people with asthma, and individuals with chronic disease — are at an increased risk of developing this lung condition. (1,5,6)
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Both bronchitis and pneumonia involve inflammation in the chest (though that inflammation occurs in different parts of the chest for each one). And both conditions share some common symptoms: (1,2,5,7,8)
- Cough (often accompanied by the production of mucus)
- Shortness of breath that can get worse when you’re active
- Fever and chills
Bronchitis can also, however, bring on chest discomfort and wheezing.
And pneumonia can bring on these symptoms not usually linked to bronchitis: (7,8,9)
- Excessive sweating and clammy skin
- Suddenly feeling worse after cold or flu symptoms go away
- Sharp pain in the chest, especially when breathing deeply or coughing
- Loss of appetite
- Lack of energy
- Nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting
While symptoms for either bronchitis or pneumonia can range from mild to serious enough to require hospitalization, symptoms such as fever, breathing problems, and chest pain tend to be more severe with pneumonia.
In people with pneumonia, the alveoli fill with pus and other fluids and prevent oxygen from reaching the bloodstream; when there’s too little oxygen in the blood, the body cannot function properly, increasing the risk of death. (1,10)
Can Bronchitis Turn Into Pneumonia?
While bronchitis and pneumonia both have to do with chest inflammation, they are separate and different conditions that happen independent of each other — meaning one doesn’t necessarily cause the other, explains Fernando Holguin, MD, a professor of medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and the director of the asthma clinical research program at the Center for Lungs and Breathing at the University of Colorado Hospital, both in Aurora. “And you can have both bronchitis and pneumonia at the same time,” Dr. Holguin says.
That said, in some cases bronchitis does turn into (thereby causing) pneumonia. This occurs when either the infection spreads from the bronchial tubes to the lungs or a secondary infection occurs. While either scenario is rare, it tends to happen more often in people who have a weakened immune system or another condition that makes them more susceptible to infection.
Some people are at risk of bronchitis turning into pneumonia: (11,12)
- Those with a weakened immune system
- Individuals who have a chronic health condition, such as heart, kidney, or liver disease
- People with an underlying lung disease
- Older adults
- Young children
- Pregnant women
While doctors aren’t sure exactly how having a viral infection may make someone more prone to developing pneumonia or another secondary infection, studies have pointed to some theories.
“Animal models have shown that when you have an infection, it weakens your body’s ability to protect against bacterial infection,” Dr. Gonzales explains. (13) Doctors also think that the epithelial tissue of the airway, which serves as a barrier against viruses and bacteria, can become compromised following a viral infection, making it easier for bacteria to invade, Gonzales adds. (14)
What Can I Do to Stop Bronchitis From Turning Into Pneumonia?
Most cases of respiratory infections like a cold or the flu, and related bronchitis, do not lead to pneumonia. And in healthy people, pneumonia can usually be treated effectively. But for those who are at an increased risk for developing pneumonia after bronchitis (such as the elderly, people with chronic health conditions, and pregnant women), pneumonia can be very dangerous, even deadly. (10)
The best way to prevent a secondary infection is to reduce your risk of getting a viral or bacterial infection in the first place. Wash your hands regularly, avoid touching your face, and if a family member is sick, don’t share utensils and clean common areas regularly (the flu virus can live on a surface for up to 48 hours, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). (14,15)
Doctors also stress the importance of getting a flu vaccine and pneumococcal vaccine to prevent a viral infection that can lead to pneumonia. (10)
You can also try to prevent getting a secondary infection by taking care of yourself and treating your bronchitis symptoms, which includes these actions: (2,16)
- Getting sleep and staying rested
- Not smoking and minimizing your exposure to secondhand smoke
- Avoiding using housecleaning products until you recover
- Avoiding strenuous exercise for a few days
- Avoiding cold air, which, like certain chemicals, can be irritating to your airway passages
- Using a humidifier
How Doctors May Treat Bronchitis That Turns Into Pneumonia
Treatment of pneumonia that has developed after bronchitis can vary depending on factors like age, severity of symptoms, and medical history. “If your symptoms are severe, your doctor may recommend hospitalization,” says Holguin.
If you’re not experiencing breathing difficulties or other serious symptoms and your pneumonia is determined to be bacterial, you may be prescribed an oral antibiotic. (17)
Your doctor may also test you for other infections, such as the flu, and depending on your symptoms and test results, recommend an antiviral medication, says Holguin. (17,18,19)
If your doctor determines that your pneumonia can be treated at home, they may suggest the following: (17)
- Drinking plenty of fluids, which can help loosen phlegm and clear it out of your body
- Getting lots of rest (not going to work and enlisting someone to help with household chores)
- Taking ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol) for fever or chest pain
If hospitalized for pneumonia, you may be given these treatments: (17,18,19)
- Oxygen therapy and other breathing treatments
- Fluids (possibly intravenously as well as by mouth)
- Antimicrobial agents (either antibiotics or antiviral medications)
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It can be challenging to know the difference between bronchitis and pneumonia because they both cause similar symptoms, but understanding how these respiratory infections are different is key to getting proper treatment. Bronchitis is a condition where the airways in the lungs (bronchial tubes) become inflamed and produce mucus. Pneumonia is an infection of the air sacs in one or both of the lungs. Let’s take a more in-depth look at bronchitis and pneumonia to better understand their differences.
Bronchitis has two different forms: acute bronchitis and chronic bronchitis. A viral infection like the common cold or flu usually causes acute bronchitis, but bacteria can also be a culprit. Smoking tobacco, exposure to secondhand smoke, air pollution, dust, or toxic gases typically causes chronic bronchitis.
Bacterial infections most commonly cause pneumonia, but it’s also possible to get pneumonia from a virus or fungus.
Bronchitis is a fairly common condition. About 5% of adults will self-report an episode of acute bronchitis over the course of a year, and acute bronchitis is the fifth most common reason that adults go to see a primary care physician. Researchers estimate that viruses cause between 85% to 95% of acute bronchitis cases every year. Ninety percent of adults who contract acute bronchitis will seek medical help.
Chronic bronchitis is more serious than acute bronchitis. Chronic bronchitis and emphysema, a condition in which the air sacs become damaged, are together referred to as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). More than 16.4 million Americans have been diagnosed with COPD, but there are likely many more people who don’t know they have it, according to the American Lung Association.
About 1 million adults in the U.S. seek hospital care for pneumonia every year, and pneumonia is the world’s leading cause of death for children younger than 5 years of age. Pneumonia is also the number one reason for children in the U.S. to be hospitalized, and viral pneumonia is the leading cause of infant hospitalizations. The good news is that successful pneumonia treatment often leads to full recovery.
Bronchitis is mainly characterized by coughing with or without mucus production, wheezing, shortness of breath, low fever, chest tightness, and mild fatigue. The symptoms of acute and chronic bronchitis are essentially the same, but chronic bronchitis lasts much longer than acute bronchitis.
Symptoms of pneumonia typically include a cough with or without phlegm production, high fevers, chills, severe fatigue, trouble breathing, and overall weakness. Some people may develop other flu-like symptoms when they have pneumonia, like a runny nose, stuffy nose, or body aches.
To diagnose bronchitis, a healthcare provider will need to do a physical exam, ask the patient about their medical history, and look for common symptoms of bronchitis. During the physical exam, the provider will listen to the lungs with a stethoscope to check for any abnormal sounds that may indicate clogged airways. Sometimes doctors will order chest X-rays and blood or sputum tests to determine the severity of bronchitis and what’s causing it.
To diagnose pneumonia, healthcare providers will look for telltale symptoms of pneumonia, ask about the patient’s medical history, and do a physical exam. They’ll listen to the patient’s lungs with a stethoscope to check for abnormal sounds, and they may order a chest X-ray to look for signs of pneumonia. Sometimes physicians will order blood tests to determine if bacteria, a virus, or fungus is the cause of pneumonia. They may also request a sample of the patient’s sputum to be sent for culture if a bacterial cause is thought to be a possible cause.
There are several treatment options for bronchitis, but it’s important to remember that what works for one person might not work for another. Treatment is also dependent upon a diagnosis of acute versus chronic bronchitis. The best way to make sure you’re getting the right treatment for bronchitis is to talk with your doctor. Here are some of the most common bronchitis treatments:
- Over-the-counter medications, including cough suppressants, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and bronchodilators (inhalers)
- Staying hydrated
- Quitting smoking
- Avoiding secondhand smoke
- Oxygen therapy (chronic bronchitis)
- Pulmonary rehabilitation (chronic bronchitis)
- In rare cases, some people with chronic bronchitis may need lung volume reduction surgery to remove damaged lung tissue.
Pneumonia is most commonly treated with medications, though the type of medication will vary based on the underlying cause. As always, it’s best to talk with your healthcare provider before stopping or starting any new medication. Here are some of the most common pneumonia treatments you could speak with your doctor about:
- Over-the-counter medications, including fever reducers and pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen as well as cough suppressants
- Getting adequate rest
- Drinking plenty of fluids
- Supplemental oxygen
- People with more severe cases of pneumonia may require hospitalized care where they can receive intravenous fluids and antibiotics.
- In rare cases, surgery may be necessary to remove infected or damaged parts of the lungs.
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Some people have a higher risk of getting bronchitis than others. Risk factors for bronchitis include:
- Long-term exposure to secondhand smoke
- Exposure to lung irritants like gases or chemicals
- People older than 65 years of age
- Family history of lung disease or respiratory disease
- Having gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Having an alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
Here are the top risk factors for pneumonia:
- Having a health condition that affects the lungs or heart
- Long-term exposure to secondhand smoke, toxic gases, or chemicals
- Being pregnant
- People with compromised immune systems
- People older than 65 years of age
- Infants younger than 2 years old
- Premature babies
Doctors and researchers have come up with proven ways to prevent and lessen the spread of bronchitis. These include washing hands frequently with soap and water, not smoking, avoiding irritants like secondhand smoke whenever possible, and staying up to date with vaccinations.
The same precautions that prevent bronchitis can help prevent pneumonia too. Washing your hands frequently with soap and water, not smoking, avoiding secondhand smoke and other irritants, and staying up to date on vaccinations are all very important. There are two types of pneumococcal vaccines and several other vaccines that can prevent bacterial and viral infections that might lead to pneumonia.
When to see a doctor
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends seeing a doctor for bronchitis if:
- You have a fever that’s higher than 100.4 F
- You’re coughing up bloody mucus
- Breathing becomes difficult or painful
- You have sharp chest pain
- Your symptoms last longer than three weeks
If you have pneumonia and start to have trouble breathing, chest pain, bluish fingers or lips, or a high fever that won’t go away, it’s best to see a doctor or visit an urgent care center as soon as possible. People with weakened immune systems, underlying health conditions, older adults, and young children should see a doctor if they have pneumonia because pneumonia can quickly become a life-threatening condition.
Frequently asked questions about bronchitis and pneumonia
Is bronchitis contagious?
Bronchitis itself isn’t contagious, but if it’s caused by a cold or flu virus, then it’s possible to catch the virus and come down with bronchitis because of the virus.
Is pneumonia contagious?
Some bacteria and viruses that cause pneumonia, like the cold and flu viruses, can be contagious. If caught, they could potentially lead to pneumonia.
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How long does bronchitis last?
Symptoms of acute bronchitis can last anywhere from one to two weeks, though some people may still have symptoms for up to three weeks. Chronic bronchitis lasts for at least three months and can persist for several years on and off. For some people, chronic bronchitis will never completely go away.
How long does pneumonia last?
Mild cases of pneumonia typically last a week or two, but more severe cases can result in symptoms that last six weeks or more.
How do you know if you have bronchitis or pneumonia?
Pneumonia symptoms are usually more severe than bronchitis symptoms. If you have a cough that’s accompanied by a high fever, sharp chest pain, and chills, it’s more likely that you have pneumonia vs. bronchitis.
How does bronchitis turn into pneumonia?
Bronchitis can turn into pneumonia if it’s left untreated. Because bronchitis is an infection of the airways that lead to the lungs, if someone’s sick with bronchitis due to a bacteria or virus and doesn’t seek treatment, the infection can reach the lungs and cause pneumonia.
Can you have bronchitis
Although it’s rare, it’s possible to have bronchitis and pneumonia at the same time. More often than not, this happens when an infectious cause for bronchitis turns into pneumonia, but that’s not always the case.
Is treatment for bronchitis and pneumonia the same?
Treatment for bronchitis and pneumonia is not the same, though they can be similar depending on the type of bronchitis or pneumonia someone has. Acute bronchitis and bacterial pneumonia, for example, will be treated with antibiotics. A doctor will prescribe a unique treatment plan for every individual based on their symptoms and medical history.
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Bronchitis and pneumonia – two lung infections with similar symptoms
In some cases, bronchitis can turn into pneumonia. It occurs when the infection spreads from the airways to the air sacs in the lungs.
It is also possible for a person with bronchitis to develop isolated pneumonia. It can be difficult to tell the difference between bronchitis and pneumonia because the two infections have similar symptoms.
Children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems or health conditions are most at risk. Quality treatment of bronchitis can help prevent its progression to pneumonia.
Can bronchitis turn into pneumonia?
Bronchitis is a lung infection that causes irritation and swelling of the airways. These effects encourage the lungs to secrete more mucus than normal, causing a cough as the body tries to clear the excess mucus.
The most common form of bronchitis is acute bronchitis or the common cold. Symptoms may include:
- sore throat
- shortness of breath
Everyone usually recovers from acute bronchitis within 3 weeks.
A person with comorbidities may find it harder to overcome bronchitis, which may put them at a higher risk of developing into pneumonia. It is important to treat bronchitis quickly to prevent the infection from spreading to the lungs.
Pneumonia causes symptoms similar to bronchitis, plus:
- high fever
- rapid heartbeat
- loss of appetite
In some cases, instead of spreading the infection, a person gets concurrent pneumonia with bronchitis.
Both infections have very similar symptoms and this can make an accurate diagnosis difficult for doctors. The lung infection they initially diagnosed as bronchitis could have been pneumonia all along.
A less common form of bronchitis is chronic bronchitis. The symptoms are the same, but they can last for months. Chronic bronchitis is a recurrent infection that appears for at least 2 years in a row.
Chronic bronchitis is a lung condition that occurs when a person breathes in irritants for a long period of time. These irritants damage the lungs and cause long-term swelling of the airways. The most common causes are smoking, air pollution and chemicals in the workplace.
In a person with chronic bronchitis, the lungs function less efficiently than usual. This disruption can make it harder for the body to fight infection and increase the risk of developing pneumonia.
Bronchitis and pneumonia: causes
In most cases, a virus causes bronchitis and bacteria causes pneumonia.
The same virus often causes colds, flu and bronchitis. Viruses are spread when people cough or sneeze, and they can also live on surfaces. They are highly contagious.
The bacterium that most commonly causes pneumonia is Streptococcus pneumoniae. It can be spread through a cough, but is much less contagious than a cold or bronchitis. The immune system of most people immediately kills these bacteria.
A person can get pneumonia if their immune system is not working properly. This dysfunction may be due to recent or concomitant disease. Those who have bronchitis may have a higher risk of developing pneumonia.
Other causes of pneumonia are other, less common bacteria, viruses, or fungi. If a less common bacterium causes pneumonia, doctors call the condition SARS. This term refers to the fact that the symptoms of such pneumonia look a little different than the symptoms of typical pneumonia.
Bacteria are less likely to cause bronchitis. When this happens, there may be a higher risk of bronchitis turning into pneumonia because the bacteria can multiply and spread quickly. The infection can spread from the respiratory tract to the air sacs in the lungs.
If a patient has comorbidities or is not treated for bronchitis, they are at higher risk of developing pneumonia.
People at high risk of developing pneumonia:
- elderly people
- infants and young children
- people with weakened immune systems
- people with comorbidities such as asthma
Certain forms of pneumonia are associated with hospital stays. Patients who are in intensive care or who use breathing apparatus have a higher risk of infection.
Prompt treatment of bronchitis can help prevent pneumonia. Once the immune system has returned to normal, the risk of developing a new infection drops.
People can also reduce their risk by stopping smoking to improve their lung health and by wearing a respirator if they use chemicals in the workplace. Regular exercise, which raises your heart rate, can help strengthen your lungs.
Ways to prevent the spread of pneumonia include washing hands, covering coughs or sneezes, and throwing away headscarves and masks immediately after use.
Older people may consider getting the pneumonia vaccine to protect themselves from the disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the vaccine for children under 2 years of age and adults 65 years of age and older.
Diagnosis can be difficult because bronchitis and pneumonia have very similar symptoms. Sometimes it’s impossible to say:
- whether the person has chronic bronchitis
- does the person have bronchitis that has turned into pneumonia
- whether the person had pneumonia from the start
The doctor usually asks about the medical history and does a physical examination. He listens to his lungs for a crackling or bubbly sound.
If bronchitis progresses to pneumonia, symptoms usually get worse. There is a cough with mucus and fever. If a doctor cannot diagnose pneumonia based on symptoms, they may do a chest x-ray or blood test.
Most patients can treat cases of acute bronchitis at home. They should rest, drink plenty of fluids, and take pain medication if needed. A humidifier can make breathing easier by loosening the secretion of mucus in the lungs. Honey or lozenges can also relieve symptoms in adults.
Doctors rarely prescribe antibiotics to treat bronchitis. These drugs treat bacterial infections, and bronchitis is almost always a viral infection.
Mild pneumonia can usually be treated at home, but it is advisable to see a doctor. The doctor usually prescribes antibiotics. Patients should always take a full course of antibiotics, even if their symptoms have disappeared.
In more serious cases, you may need to go to the hospital. The medical staff will check to see if the treatment is working, prescribe the right medications, and provide oxygen if necessary. If the patient is too unwell to take pills or drink liquids, they may need an IV.
When to see a doctor
Severe or persistent symptoms may indicate a more serious case. It is important to see a doctor if:
- cough lasts longer than 2 weeks
- has a high temperature for 2 days in a row
- mucus contains blood
- dyspnea worsens
The patient should consult a doctor if he has become ill with bronchitis with concomitant diseases. Timely treatment will help reduce the risk of developing pneumonia.
Pneumonia is the most common complication of bronchitis. It is more common in people with a weakened immune system. Therefore, those who are not feeling well, have recently had an illness, or have serious health problems are at higher risk. This condition is also more likely to affect children and the elderly.
Most people can recover from bronchitis and mild pneumonia at home. The main thing for them is bed rest.
Pneumonia can be severe, so the patient should see a doctor if they have symptoms of this disease.
symptoms of pneumonia and bronchitis
Bronchitis and pneumonia have similar features, so many people confuse them (and in vain!). We will tell you what symptoms should alert you.
What do these symptoms mean?
Pneumonia is fairly easy to confuse with acute bronchitis due to similar symptoms. One of them is a lingering cough that torments a person for weeks. However, there are key differences between these diseases that we need to be aware of. Understanding what is happening with our body will allow us to consult a doctor in time if the condition begins to worsen.
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Do not self-medicate! In our articles, we collect the latest scientific data and the opinions of authoritative health experts. But remember: only a doctor can diagnose and prescribe treatment.
What is bronchitis?
Acute bronchitis is inflammation of the airways leading to the lungs. It can develop as a complication of a viral infection, such as a cold or the flu.
Sometimes bronchitis occurs on its own, for non-pathogenic causes. The body often reacts to stimuli in this way, but, of course, a viral infection remains the main cause. This, by the way, means the almost complete uselessness of antibiotics for the treatment of bronchitis.
Symptoms of bronchitis:
- Persistent cough (with or without phlegm).
- Sore throat.
- Chest pain (aggravated by coughing).
- Shortness of breath.
- Short, uneven breathing.
- Body aches.
Acute bronchitis may resolve on its own within a week. But cough, as a residual phenomenon, sometimes drags on for weeks or even months.
If you are diagnosed with bronchitis and your symptoms worsen, stay the same, or change significantly without improvement, you may have developed another infection. They are usually called secondary.
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In this case, it is dangerous to self-medicate, you should definitely consult a doctor (especially if you have not done this before).
How is bronchitis treated?
Acute bronchitis is most often caused by a virus, so antibiotics are rarely prescribed. They are completely ineffective against viruses, and thoughtless use of them only contributes to the cultivation of drug-resistant bacterial cultures.
Sometimes – quite rarely – bronchitis is caused by bacteria, in which case doctors may prescribe antibiotics.
This recommendation is usually made after receiving the results of tests in which a throat swab is sent for bacterial culture. The scheme may seem complicated, but antibiotics without indications are a very bad idea, leading to superbugs.
More often than not, the treatment of acute bronchitis is to relieve the symptoms until the body manages itself.
Have you ever had bronchitis?
What is pneumonia?
For those of us who are older, pneumonia is better known as pneumonia. This condition is much more difficult than bronchitis, and when we get sick, we feel much worse.
Both bronchitis and pneumonia cause a painful cough, but the inflammation is characterized by other important symptoms not characteristic of bronchitis.
Symptoms of pneumonia:
- Chest pain.
- Cough with sputum and mucus.
- Painful and frequent cough.
- Shortness of breath.
There are many types of pneumonia, some of which are very serious. In adults, bacterial pneumonia is most common. Among respiratory diseases, it is the most severe, and in the most extreme cases can lead to a poor outcome.
Do not confuse bacterial pneumonia with complications of a coronavirus infection! They develop and proceed in different ways, and the methods of treatment are also different.
How is pneumonia treated?
Unless it is COVID-19, the treatment for pneumonia will depend on its cause. Bacterial inflammation almost always needs antibiotic therapy. Other medications, most often over-the-counter medications, help with symptoms, but their use also requires a doctor’s recommendation.
Under no circumstances should you try to carry pneumonia on your feet!
This is a serious condition that takes time to heal. It is the inability to lie down (and, of course, the lack of adequate medical care for any reason) that makes pneumonia deadly.
Facts about pneumonia
Thousands of adults are hospitalized every year with pneumococcal pneumonia – the most common type of pneumonia that slowly resolves and torments the sick person for a long time.
There are also less severe forms of pneumonia, among them the so-called “walking” or latent.
It presents with milder symptoms and does not always require antibiotic treatment. A general practitioner – who is a must-see if you suspect pneumonia – will determine the type of pneumonia you have based on your symptoms, physical examination, and tests.
In any case, a patient with pneumonia is supposed to rest, bed rest, drink plenty of water and eat nutritious food. For bronchitis, the recommendations are similar. Acute bronchitis is annoying, but not as severe as pneumonia.
The main thing is not to start the disease, whatever it may be. You should not carry on your feet what needs to be treated at home.
What is chronic bronchitis?
Chronic bronchitis is another problem that many of us face. In general, an exacerbation of chronic bronchitis is simply an acute worsening of all its symptoms.
These are usually wheezing, shortness of breath, sputum production or coughing – nothing particularly critical, but the quality of life certainly suffers.
This condition is usually divided into two directions with similar symptoms:
- Common chronic bronchitis. It is characterized by a more frequent cough with increased sputum production.
- Emphysema. With it, shortness of breath occurs more often.
However, symptoms may overlap and appear in both cases.
An exacerbation of chronic bronchitis can be caused by both infection (virus, bacteria or other pathogens) and non-infectious causes.
Vaping, smoking, exposure to the environment, even strong odors can all cause a cough to return in a person who hasn’t coughed in months.

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The machine also has a 2-1/2-inch dust collection port that allows the user to collect the sawdust for more efficiency and a cleaner workspace.
This saw has an exclusive fence configuration that gives space for upto20 inch rip capacity. Additionally, the table is equipped with Rack and pinion fence rails that facilitate smooth, fast, and seamless adjustments. The machine also has a modular system that enhances user safety. Other features that set this table apart is;
● 20-inch rip capacity movement.
● Very durable.
● High quality material.
● Sturdy set up and increased durability.
● Does not work properly.
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02. Rockwell BladeRunner X2 CabinetTable Saw
Rockwell BladeRunner X2 Portable Tabletop Saw – RK7323 is the solution to off-workshop applications. This machine weighs 15 pounds for portability and is yet so sturdy and stable. The tabletop saw has a 15.75″ x 17″, offering enough workspace while saving the workbench, unlike other traditional tabletop saws.
These saws have a standard guard and riving knife system that offers various cutting designs. The machine is versatile and compatible with any brand’s standard 4″ T-shank blade for cutting different materials such as wood, aluminum, ceramic, plastic, and metal.
Also, an adjustable gauge’s presence allows the user to do precise miter cuts for a wide range of cutting projects. There is an onboard accessory storage space at the saw’s base to store parts when not in use.
Additionally, a safety switch prevents accidental start-ups and a vacuum port that allows the connection of a vacuum cleaner when in work to maintain a clean workspace.
● Lightweight and portable.
● Easy to carry.
● High quality material.
● Does not support heavy-duty cuts.
03. Grizzly Industrial G0651-10″ 3 HP 220V Saws
Grizzly industrial cabinet table saws have a reputation for heavy-duty handling applications. This particular saw will give you value for your money. With a 52-inch rip capacity and extended side and rear tables, making various cutting designs has never been simpler.
The rear and right-hand table extensions give more workspace. An interchangeable riving knife attached to the guard prevents backlinking and binding during activity.
The machine is also equipped with a blade that rotates 45 degrees to the left for precision and safe cutting. The saw’s backside is encapsulated with a 4-inch dust collection port for utility attachment to ensure a clean workspace.
User safety is additionally enhanced by the presence of an oversized stop button, a quick release blade guard, and a magnetic switch with thermal overload protection.
Additionally, there is a quick-release blade guard that works to enhance user safety. In addition to the 45-degree blade rotation, the machine is also equipped with a digital readout for precise bevel angling. This works to produce even more clean and accurate cuts.
Grizzly Industrial G0651-10″ 3 HP 220V Heavy-Duty functionality is improved by its stability to work with any dado blade up to 0.75 inches. The presence of arriving knives gives clean riving cuts too. With a table height of 34-7/8,” the machine is comfortable to work with.
● Poly-V Serpentine Belt Drive.
● Very durable and portable.
● Easy setup.
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● Heavy; has a net weight of approximately 435 pounds.
04. Proxxon 37070 Table Saw FET
Proxxon 37070 Table Saw FET is one of the best tables saw made for fine mechanics and stable construction. This is because the load-bearing parts and the milled plane table are made of cast aluminum.
The piece is precisely engineered for model building with perfectly straight cuts through the adjustable setting fence for five alterations of longitudinal stop by 0.004-Inches 0.1 millimeters.
Clean miter cuts area achievable through height adjustments and 45 degrees tiltable blade used together with an angle stop. The machine works perfectly on non-ferrous metals, wood, glass fiber reinforced sheets, plastics, Plexiglas, and other common materials.
The machine facilitates working on more extensive materials through extendable table extensions and integrated auxiliary stops. Additionally, the device is portable, with an approximate net weight of 12 pounds. With a 7000 revolution per minute, the machine offers clean and precise cuts.
It also operates on a compound belt driver using a superior DC (direct current) motor, thus producing low sounds. The machine makes steady and clean cuts with an aluminum stop rail, and adjustable limit stops to hold the materials steady while working.
● Easy to carry.
● Vacuum cleaner dilate for a clean workspace.
● Cast aluminum milled table and load-bearing parts.
● Easy to use.
● Fixed single speed; no variable speed control.
05. High-Power Mini CabinetTable Saw 10000RPM for Cutting Polishing Engraving
The High-Power Mini Table Saw 10000RPM is an excellent machine for cutting, polishing, engraving, and grinding on your workpieces. This table saw has a cutting depth of .57 inches, thus allowing more cutting depth hat typical table saws.
This depth is achieved by adjusting the table saw using its hexagonal bolts, which lift it. It is perfect for DIY projects because of the following attributes; thicker metal table, accurate and precise scales, and can be used with soft materials such as plastic, acrylics, plywood, wood, balsa, among others.
The High-Power Mini Table saw 10000RPM offers accurate and more efficient work through a free cutting through 0-90 degrees sliding design. It also has a wide application window once it can work on almost all materials other than hard metals.
The machine remains conventional as it offers excellent services despite being small in size but with high productivity. Its thickened metal body makes it more sturdy and durable. The small size ensures its lightweight and easily portable.
● High motor power.
● Multiple angle cutting.
● Extra thick metal plates.
● Very durable.
● It cannot be used to cut hard metals.
06. MicroLux Mini Tilt Arbor Table Saw For Benchtop Hobby Use
The MicroLux Mini Tilt Arbor Table Saw is a machine that is more powerful, precise, and accurate than any other of its size. With a 120v AC outlet, the piece offers smoother operations than any other of its caliber.
The machine is built for detail with distinct features such as upfront on and off controls, variable speed, adjustable blade height, two knife gauges for cutting both ways, among other features.
This elite machine has a net weight of 11 pounds, making it lightweight and portable with a compact size of 10 inches long x 11-1/2 inches wide x 7 inches high only. The cutting blades adjust to a 45-degree arbor for more precise cuts.
The machine can cut entirely precisely rigid using a different dado cutting system sold separately. This cutting system comprises 80 teeth saw blades, four dido washers, and a unique blade guard for safety.
Additionally, the machine is compatible with any knife with a 3-0.25 inch diameter and 10 mm hole. The device also comes with a vacuum cleaner attachment plug for a cleaner workspace.
Specially designed washers are strategically placed behind the blade to create a ‘wobble’ for precise clean dado cuts. The dado cuts vary from 1/16″, 3/32″ 1/8″ to 3/16″. It can be further customized using dado cleaners, 80 tooth blades, and a unique blade guard sold separately.
● World’s first variable speed table saw
● Plugs into standard 120v AC outlet.
● Can not work properly.
07. DEWALT Table Saw for Jobsite, Compact, 8-1/4-Inch (DWE7485) 70 words
DEWALT Table Saw for Jobsite, Compact, 8-1/4-Inch (DWE7485) is a highly rated machine due to its flexibility and productivity. This machine can neatly cut through any wood. This is further enhanced by its 5800 rotations per minute motor with a 15 amp voltage.
User safety has been prioritized with a comfortable blade guard, miter gauge, guard fence, and wrenches. The piece is lightweight and of compact size, thus maximum portability.
Its high rip capacity of 24.5 inches makes it easier to work with thick (4*8) plywood and oriented strand board(OSB) sheets offering multi-functionality. The functionality is further improved by the machine’s ability to provide different cuts.
The additional board storage space allows easy access to pro guarding components, keeping the workspace neat and fast accessing the stored utilities. Rack and telescoping pinion fence facilitate easy, quick mad accurate part adjustments.
● Powerful motor.
● High-quality material.
● Easy to carry.
● Metal roll cage for durability
● It cannot facilitate the use of dado blades larger than 8 inches.
08. Genesis GTS10SB 10″ 15 Amp Table Saw
Genesis GTS10SB 10″ 15 Amp Table Saw should be your go-to machine when thinking of DIY projects. This is because the device is highly portable and can be carried anywhere in your workstation.
With a powerful 15 amp power torque, the machine can fulfill all your DIY applications cutting quickly through treated wood and lumber.
User safety is a priority in this machine since it comes with anti-kick pawls, rocker on and off switch, overload auto shut-off protection, and adjustable blade guards to prevent associated accidents.
Cleanliness and the clutter-free workspace are achieved by utilizing the onboard accessory storage such as miter gauge holder, blade holder, push sticker holder, and 2inch to 0,25 dust collection tray.
Wrenches, miter gauges, push sticks, and metal stands available works to offer a steady hold on the material being worked on.
The machine performs various accurate cuts, including miter cuts, bevel cuts, rip cuts, and compound cuts. It has had an automatic locking front and rear self-aligning rip fence for precise and smooth wood ripping.
The machine’s durability is also contributed to by the carbide tip blade, which cuts through wood like hot butter, and an extra-powerful 15 amp motor with 4800 revolutions per minute for maximum productivity.
● Multiple and smooth cuts.
● Accurate, Adjustable, and portable.
● Durable and of superior quality.
● It cannot be used in limited spaces due to its extra-large die-cast aluminum table.
09. SKILSAW SPT99T-01 8-1/4″ Portable Worm Drive Table Saw
If you need to perform challenging applications, SKILSAW SPT99T-01 8-1/4″ Portable Worm Drive Table Saw is the saw for you. This machine offers you both productivity and motor torque at once despite being very portable.
With a worm drive gearing, ripping activities are managed with ease due to the high torque gear drive. The machine’s 25-inch rip capacity and ability to cut through layers ensure the item’s maximum productivity.
The 25-inch rip capacity also boosts productivity threefold in comparison to other table saws. Due to its all-metal body construction, the machine is proved hardy and durable. Its small physical footprint and compact model make portability exceptional.
Fence adjustment procedures are made effortless and seamless by the rack and pinion systems that also work s to boost the machine’s accuracy and procession. Due to its compact physical size, the saw works on any flat surface.
The SKILSAW SPT99T-01 8-1/4″ Portable Worm Drive Table Saw has a Dual-Field Motor that works to increase the machine’s durability by cooling it down. This is boot productivity and the life span of the device. User safety is enhanced by the presence of the Anti-Kickback Pawls, Miter Gauge, and Push Stick.
● Outstanding power and performance.
● Magnificent maneuverability.
● Easy to carry.
● Topnotch performance and productivity.
10. WORX WX572L BladeRunner x2 Portable Tabletop Saw
The WORX WX572L BladeRunner x2 Portable Tabletop Saw is equipped with a riving knife system and a steel rip fence that facilitates great and cross and rip cuts. With a net weight of fewer than 15v pounds, this machine is the true definition of portability.
The device is also accessorized with 0-60 degrees miter cuts on both the right and the left sides. Accidental starts are well prevented by installing additional safety switches and safety keys to avoid and accidents.
The WORX WX572L BladeRunner x2 Portable Tabletop Saw offers smooth and accurate cuts through the utilization of the rack and pinion fence system. Additionally, the machine is well adapted to handle more extensive shelving and trim materials despite a small physical footprint.
The device also offers enough power and capacity to run both large and small applications made possible by its 0.75-inch stroke length and a no-load speed of 3000 revolutions per minute. The base of this simple machine provides storage space for onboard accessories.
The miter gauge and the rip fence frees the user’s hands; thus, the user can adjust the materials as needed without pressure or stop the operations. The functionality of the product is increased with the package of five different blades and other accessories.
The edges are for vetting the various compatible materials; ceramic, steel, scrolling, aluminum, and wood. Additional accessories include a miter gauge, dust extraction port, rip gauge, and blade grip.
● Highly adjustable and portable.
● Superior quality.
● High quality material.
● Does not have the recommended utilities for deep cuts.
How To Choose The Best Cabinet Table Saw
Investing in a good quality machine will save you money and give you value for your money. Your search for the best saws should be guided by their functionality. The first question should be; what do I want the saws for?
A good saw has more than one functionality; ripping, mitering, beveling, crossing are just a few examples of what a saw can do. Let us narrow down the specifications that help you settle for the best saws.
Portability of the Cabinet Table Saw
A good table saw should be able to facilitate its movements from different work sites. Despite the preference for smaller and more portable machines, the quality of service should not be overlooked.
Therefore, settle for a lightweight device but stable and sturdy enough for the applications you intend for. Also, lightweight weight machines provide faster services as compared to bulkier ones.
Hose power of Best Cabinet Table Saw
A high horsepower saw can cut through thicker materials. Your machine of choice should be able to adjust to various measurements or materials you will be missing. Deep cuts require higher hose power in comparison to thin sheets of material.
Revolution per minute
High revolution per minute offers smooth and clean cuts. This is the ultimate goal of every builder. With fast and accurate cutting, a machine with a high revolution per minute motor offers more productivity than a device with a low revolution per minute.
The safety of uses should never be left out when purchasing a machine. Safety measures such as power controls and locks, thermal-magnetic protection, and blade guards should prevent injuries during small accidents. The power cables and switches should be labeled appropriately or magnified by the accident.
Part fixing time
Seamless and tool-less fixing of parts saves operation time. Excellent saws should come with utilities that facilitate fast, neat, and seamless adjustments. Also, machines with adjustable features are more versatile and can adapt to various functionalities assigned to them.
Rip capacity of Cabinet Table Saw
The space between the edge of the table blade and the edge of the fence determines the size of the item one can work on. A higher rip capacity means that the machine can facilitate working on a large piece of material. Your device’s rip capacity should be determined by the materials you plan to work on and the purpose.
01. Which is the best cabinet table saw?
The best cabinet table saw is the one that matches up to your application requirements. The functionality of your table saw should be s versatile as your requirements. Also, the machines should be portable and give back the value for your money.
02. Are cabinet table saw durable?
Yes. Most compactable saws are made from strong materials, thus strong. Additional features such as the aluminum load-bearing parts and the milled table tops on the Proxxon 37070 Table Saw FET ensure a more extended durability period while handling heavy-duty applications too.
03. What is the best cabinet table saw for an artist into DIY projects?
DIY artists require high portable machines, and that can work on various materials. Pieces such as offer a good grip on the materials being worked on and can work on multiple materials. Other good DIY table saws are the High-Power Mini Table Saw 10000RPM for Cutting Polishing Engraving Grinding, 1.57” Cutting Depth DIY Handmade Wooden Model Crafts, and the WORX WX572L BladeRunner x2 Portable Tabletop Saw.
04. Are compact table saws accurate?
Yes. Compact table saws accuracy is ensured, but precise miter gauges and rack and pinion fence adjustment system preferences provide steady and clean-cut, thus exact accuracy. The rip fence element facilitates seamless and accurate cutting. Other table saws have adjustable cutting blade arbor for precise on point cutting.
05. Does the cabinet table saw offer value for your money?
With proper research on the type of table saw required according to functionality, you will settle for a quality table saw and high performance. This will guarantee you value for your money and increased productivity.
Finding the saws has been simplified. With new and improved releases in the market daily, an updated product review guide is the best way to find the best products. I hope that with the help of this guide, you will settle on the best saws.
You can also get additional information on your item of choice from the official manufactures website. Ensure that before purchasing an item, you verify the shop to avoid counterfeit products or getting scammed.
Additionally, to get the expected result son your purchased product, ensure that you follow all the packaging and installation instructions, use the tool for its right full purpose, and practice useful maintenance techniques. This installation, usage, and maintenance instructions should also be followed to the later to ensure durability and maximum lifetime of the item.


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Brain Training For Dogs
Brain Training for Dogs, an innovative course, uses dog training and stimulation to unlock the natural intelligence of your dog. This will cause problem behaviors to diminish and be replaced by more desirable ones.
The program is designed by Adrienne Farricelli who is a CPDT-KA dog trainer with years of experience in canine behavior modification. She is the creator of Brain Training for Dogs, and the author of numerous dog training books.
Exercise is crucial to an animal’s mental and overall wellbeing. It keeps them healthy and fit. It also reduces the risk of heart disease, hip dysplasia or obesity-related diseases like cancer or diabetes.
They will also be happy and engaged with you. Training together will strengthen your bond and encourage socialization.
The brain of a dog can become dull and cluttered as time passes if they don’t get mentally challenged. They may begin chewing on furniture or scratch things.
Training can help prevent these issues and improves your dog’s behavior around dogs and people. In some instances it may even save your dog’s life!
Mental exercising can also help to slow down the progression of memory loss and dementia. It helps to create new connections in the brain and also protects existing nerve cells from degeneration.
Games are an excellent option to give your dog a mental stimulation. These games can also be a great way to keep dogs fit and as active as they were or dogs recovering from an operation or injury.
Simple brain games can be played in a small area like a garden or house. For instance, place pieces of your dog’s favorite treat in different areas around the home (or outside if it’s warm enough) and let them search for it.
These brain games can be played for a few minutes at a time. They give your dog a fun mental workout while you train them. This can help them learn faster and keep mentally sharp. They also increase their ability to concentrate on instructions, and it can strengthen their bond with you.
Treats are an excellent way to train your dog. This is a great method to reinforce their training and stimulate their brains. You should be cautious to not overdo it.
During training it is important to be consistent in your commands. Only give them rewards when they follow the directions correctly. Doing this will avoid sending mixed signals and confuse your dog.
Puzzle games, toys and mental exercises are a few of the most well-known choices for dogs that train their brains. These toys are a great way to keep dogs mentally active and to help them develop confidence.
Hide treats under different containers or cups. This is among the most popular brain games for dogs. The dog must guess which container they’re supposed to be in If they’re right then reward them with an edible treat.
As a dog’s proprietor, it is your responsibility to ensure that your dog is calm and well-adjusted. It is also important to ensure that your dog is to deal with any new situation. Socialization is a crucial factor in this process.
In the beginning of their lives, young puppies should be exposed to various kinds of animals, people, and different environments. They may become anxious or fearful when they aren’t exposed to these situations.
They could even develop undesirable behaviors such as aggression and fear of heights.
The good news is that socialization can help solve these issues and make life with your pup more enjoyable.
For example, if your puppy is known to be rough with other dogs, giving them ample time to play will teach them how to control their bite.
Your dog should be able to interact with other pets, people, and different environments can help them manage separation anxiety or temper tantrums when you leave for work. It’s also important to start with a small amount and gradually move up to more challenging tasks over time.

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An estimated 5.4 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease.
The frustration of losing your memory and your independence can be overwhelming, but a Kahaluu man refuses to let his uncle’s memory fade without sharing his story.
Glenn Nishida and his uncle, Eddie Sakai, spend a lot of time together these days.
Sakai considers himself 84 years young: “Of course! I’m never old.”
Sakai moved in with Nishida and his wife last November after he suffered a devastating fall.
“(I fell) in the hallway, but I didn’t get up. I know I just laid down there until I could get up, so nothing was wrong with me,” Sakai said.
“They say you hit your front, and it’s going to affect your memory,” Nishida said.
“I hit the front, but I’m not stupid,” Sakai quipped.
It was a life changing moment. Several months later, Sakai was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Since then his memory loss has accelerated.
“You just have to answer the questions, no matter if it’s the first time or the 20th time,” Nishida said.
“My mind is okay, you know,” Sakai said.
“Your mind is fine,” Nishida said.
“I’m smarter than you!” Sakai said.
“You probably are… you don’t have to agree,” Nishida replied.
In May, Nishida started taking pictures of Uncle Eddie and posting them on Instagram.
“It just kind of morphed into this, from just posting a picture of him every day to including scenes with the photos, and it kind of morphed into this, ‘Let’s get the word out about Alzheimer’s and dementia. Let’s show them the good and the bad,'” Nishida explained.
Today, Sakai is a social media celebrity.
“We walk out and people are like, ‘Hi, uncle!’ They don’t even know him,” Nishida said.
Nishida says the page is touching people’s lives and bringing awareness to the devastating disease.
“It’s sparking dialogue among other caregivers and it’s also sparking dialogue with people that have been kind of afraid to talk about their moms and their dads,” Nishida said.
Sakai graduated from McKinley High School in 1949 and served in the Marine Corps. He was never married. He cared for his parents until they died.
He remembers most of those life events — even old faces on television — but others aren’t clear anymore.
“He can recall people’s names from the past. It’s just the day-to-day memories is hard for him,” Nishida said. “What’s really nice about uncle, every moment is a new moment. Every day is a new day. Every experience is brand new.”
And every smile is captured, shared and adored by people he’s never met before.
Thanks to his loving and creative nephew, his memory will never fade.

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The American Association of Orthodontists recommends all children get an evaluation with an orthodontic specialist no later than age 7. Why? Studies show there is a strong link between good oral health and physical health, as well as better self-esteem.
What’s more newer orthodontic technologies can be utilized to proactively prevent different issues from emerging, ensuring oral health throughout your child’s early stages of growth and development. An early screening at one of our Bucks County orthodontic offices allows our professionals to carefully monitor a child’s oral growth and development and recommend treatment only when it’s most advantageous to him or her.
In addition, early detection and diagnosis of some orthodontic problems is necessary to prevent or deter some more serious problems later on. The benefits of early intervention include:
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If former VCU baseball player Charles Whitlock could see the fruits of his arduous labor nurturing the program at The New Community School playing out on diamonds around Richmond this spring, he would surely beam with pride.
Whitlock died at the age of 66 in January after a brief illness. But the Sabers program that he spent about two decades building is humming along on the trajectory Whitlock set, buoyed by a group of upperclassmen that has played together since middle school, when simply fielding a team was a struggle.
New Community (9-8), a school for students with dyslexia and related learning challenges, is ranked No. 6 in VISAA Division III’s baseball standings in the latest poll, with the top eight teams making the playoffs.
That is the highest any New Community sports team has ever been ranked in any VISAA poll, said director of athletics Eric Gobble. TNCS, on Hermitage Road in Richmond, has an enrollment of about 200 students in grades five through 12.
“For years, Charles Whitlock, because he was a baseball guy, was just determined to have it here,” said Gobble, whose son Ben is an assistant coach and former player. Another son, Nate, is now a junior who has played since he was in fifth grade.
“So baseball existed at New Community for years when it had no business existing because there weren’t enough adults, there weren’t enough kids, there weren’t enough facilities to have it. But he just made it happen because he loved it so much. He pieced it together.
“That was the magic of Charles.”
A passion to represent this school
Senior shortstop Wyatt Alridge hits second and pitches for a Sabers program he joined in eighth grade.
Last year, Alridge became New Community’s first-ever all-state honoree for baseball when he made the Division III second team in the program’s first full VISAA varsity season. He plays travel ball for the Virginia Spiders, and is the only player on the Sabers’ roster who plays on a travel team.
Alridge will play Division III college baseball at Pitt-Greensburg, an accomplishment cherished by a TNCS program that has never sent a player to the college level.
He hopes his story can help bolster the confidence of other aspiring college athletes who may have learning differences.
“I want to be able to show that kids can go forward with anything they put their mind to,” said Alridge, gazing out over his team’s practice on a soccer field in the back of the school’s campus on a sunny Wednesday afternoon, the same day he was accepted to Pitt-Greensburg.
“When I found out I had dyslexia, I had a goal in mind to make it to college to play baseball, and I knew it was going to be a little bit of a struggle with my dyslexia, having learning disabilities. Being able to say ‘I did that,’ it’s a big thing to me. I hope the kids underneath me think the same thing when they find a goal for themselves.”
Alridge described the Sabers group, which includes five seniors, five juniors, two sophomores, a freshman and an eighth-grader, as a brotherhood hard to come by at elite youth levels of the sport that may be more focused on individual development than collective growth.
“Some of these kids have worked their tails off,” he said, nodding toward his teammates.
“It almost brings a tear to my eye, it really does. They have a passion for the game like no other.”
Around 10th grade, college scouts and travel coaches told Alridge he had the talent to play in college.
The thought then crossed his mind — do I need to find a bigger high school program in order to play in college?“I grew a passion for wanting to represent this school as much as I can. After that day, I never really wanted to look back and think about going anywhere else,” he said.
“My main goal was to show them I can do this having learning disabilities, these little challenges that are trying to hold me back. But I pushed through it. These boys have put in a lot of work, too. I can’t thank them enough for it. Without them, I truly wouldn’t be playing in college.”
To just be a kid
Last year, New Community volleyball standout Abigail Draper became the first Sabers athlete to sign a national letter of intent.
This year, three of TNCS’ senior boys — Alridge, Elliott Kassab (swimming, Rider University) and Timmy Miller (track, Allegheny College) — are set to play sports in college.
The National Association of Academic Advisors for Athletics estimates that 2.7% of all college athletes have a learning difference (2017). But it is also theorized that the real number is higher because learning challenges can often go unreported due to perceived stigma.
When asked what athletics mean to the students at TNCS, Eric Gobble emphasizes their importance for confidence.
“Being competitive athletes can be a way for them to just be a kid, and not always a kid with dyslexia,” he said.
“The ball is round, the hoop is 10 feet high, and the track is 400 meters around whether you’re dyslexic or not. And when our students grow in athletic arenas, the accompanying confidence boost carries over into academics and social interactions in ways that may not otherwise happen.”
Seniors Julie Conn and Thomas Peters have seen New Community baseball grow from its infancy to where it is today.
When they joined six and seven years ago in early middle school, the team comprised mostly of middle schoolers but competed against high schoolers.
Some results were lopsided. They talk about those games with smiles on their faces now.
“Now, we’re a legitimate high school team competing for high school playoffs,” said a grinning Peters.
Much of the Sabers team, Conn and Peters included, play soccer in the fall and basketball in the winter. The year-round athletic schedule is a little exhausting, they said.
But it makes for a level of cohesion and chemistry rare to high school athletics in a day and age where specialization has pulled many top-level athletes away from competing in multiple sports. The New Community players spend most of their year together, in the classroom and on the pitch, court and diamond.
Coach Will Greene came to New Community in 2021 and had some experience coaching baseball. Gobble immediately pitched to him a unique opportunity to field a competitive team for a school typically focused on participation, and Greene joined the program soon after, along with fellow coach Ben Walters.
“Eric (Gobble) explained to me that this was a unique opportunity in which there was a little pile of baseball players that had been together for a while, were growing and had some talent, and that this was a unique opportunity in the school’s history to be a competitive baseball team,” Greene said.
“I’ve had the privilege of coming in on the back half of this cycle where these young men have grown up playing baseball and bonding together.”
Conn and Peters played a few years under Whitlock, and likened those seasons to playing for a grandfather. Whitlock did everything for his Sabers, from throwing BP to hitting fungos, driving the bus and keeping stats.
Now, New Community has a coaching staff.
“He was the gym teacher, he was the athletic director, he was the baseball coach. He was everybody. It was always about being a family,” Conn said of Whitlock.
“He would be very surprised about where (the program) is at now.”
He loved baseball
Ben Gobble, now an assistant coach, played under Whitlock, and returned to help coach a program that he said meant the world to his own development on and off the field.
In those early days, he was initially hesitant about joining the team, but fell in love with the culture Whitlock was fostering upon attending his first practice.
“He loved baseball. It was a struggle for him to get it started up, but once kids started to hear that Charles was coaching, had some fun, we started to believe in Charles,” said Ben Gobble, sitting on the bleachers to the side of the field after finishing drills with his Sabers on Wednesday.
“It was such an honor to play for and be coached by him. He did a lot for this school, and it’s shown throughout all the kids here.”Gobble had surgery on his arm shortly after high school, which took him away from the game for a time.
But he missed it. And he missed his group at New Community. Now, he has the opportunity to coach his little brother and work with his dad.
Nate Gobble, a junior pitcher, utility player and the leadoff hitter for the Sabers, has been on the team since fifth grade. He remembers some rough years competitively when he first joined under Whitlock, but discusses them fondly, like Conn and Peters.
More importantly, he remembers the roots of the bonds that hold the current iteration of New Community baseball together.
“(Whitlock) really brought us all together as a team, kids of different ages. It was really just him, he did everything,” said Nate Gobble, who honed his baseball IQ as a bat boy for the Richmond Flying Squirrels for a season in 2021.
“He loved us all; we really loved him, too. If he could see us today, he’d be really proud.”
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Eric Gobble, director of athletics for The New Community School, is shown with his two sons, Nate, left, a starting pitcher, and Ben, a baseball assistant coach, before a game with Christchurch on Thursday.


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Tuscaloosa News launches redesigned Web site
Published: Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 3:30 a.m.
Last Modified: Monday, January 29, 2007 at 11:44 p.m.
Visitors to www.tuscaloosa/snews.com this afternoon will get a first glimpse at the newspaper’s newly redesigned Web site.
The site, which has been under development for nearly a year, is set to go online later today.
“The redesign is overdue," Doug Ray, executive editor of The Tuscaloosa News, said. “As the size of our online audience grows by leaps and bounds, we are keeping pace with more breaking news, new interactive features and better navigation."
Dwayne Fatherree, online director for The Tuscaloosa News, said the revamped Web site will offer visitors more information in a format that is easier to use.
“If you’re reading a story and you want more depth, you can find more depth," Fatherree said. “If you’re reading and see a headline from another area, we have that story."
But what visitors will likely notice first is the site’s cleaner, graphically bold design -- a design markedly like TideSports.com, the newspaper’s online sports site. Fatherree said the new site is an evolution of the TideSports model.
“[We’ve taken] that idea … [and] expanded it to cover/smultiple subject areas and streamlined the navigation to let people find a lot more content using the same kind of interface," Fatherree said.
Navigation will be through a system of subject tabs similar to those used on TideSports.com. They direct viewers to Web exclusive material such as blogs, photo galleries, forums and video.
The site’s video capabilities have been expanded, and will allow visitors to post videos.
“It’s like our own little Tuscaloosa YouTube," Fatherree said.
The video service will be called TuscTube. All videos will be reviewed by moderators before being placed on the Web. Fatherree said 40 to 50 staff videos will be available as the redesigned site launches.
Reach Matt Hawk at www.tuscaloosanews.com or 205-722-0213.
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CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Funeral homes across the United States are overwhelmed with the number of people dying from COVID-19. But that is not the case here in the Mountain State, although there has been an increase.
Snodgrass Funeral Home has seen its numbers rise just within the past couple of months of people dying from COVID-19.
“Since maybe around October or November, we started to see a huge uprising in that at least three cases a week at a minimum,” LJ Fairless, Owner of Snodgrass Funeral Home said.
If those deaths were not directly related to the virus, there were other circumstances of COVID that caused it. States like California, New York and Texas had to bring in refrigerator trucks to hold bodies, but that’s not needed here in West Virginia.
“Everyone’s seeing an increase. They will continue to see increases for the next two and half months regardless of what anybody says. It’s going to be a tough road for a lot of families,” Fairless said.
Due to COVID-19, funeral homes are unable to conduct many services, but are still trying to fulfill wishes. Many families are choosing different burial options.
“You’re seeing a lot of people do direct cremation, put off the memorial service to a later date until everything’s a little safer and they can gather people together,” Fairless said.
Fairless adds it’s important to make sure families do gather for support when things get back to normal.

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With great joy once again, I pop ‘Breeding Death’ into my old school CD player, preparing for nearly 14 minutes of old school death metal the way it’s supposed to be. Or at least the way I like it. The only thing not old school here is the fact that I own the re-issue released in 2006, which contains demo versions of ‘Breeding Death’ and ‘Ominous Bloodvomit’.
Inspired by many death metal pioneers, most notably Entombed, the band went for death metal only Sweden could produce, with a pinch of US death metal in the mix. With an all-Swedish line-up, consisting of Dan Swanö and members of Katatonia and Opeth, the creation of something that will be worth listening to definitely lies in the possibilities. Is this EP, Bloodbath’s very first material, worth listening to?
First of all, the production. The guitars sound the way you would expect from their Swedish idols, yet not as dense and gritty. The bass guitar is audible throughout the whole EP, but you have to listen closely though. It stands out during some riffs, but sounds completely buried in the mix during others. The drums sound generally good. The cymbals can be heard nice and clear. However, the bass drum could use a little more kick. My only (minor) complaint about the general sound are the vocals. I’m a huge fan of Mikael Åkerfeldt ever since I bought ‘The Wacken Carnage’. He also convinced me to hunt down any Opeth albums I could find. But on this record, it sounds like he wanted to sound more death metal than he’s capable of. It reminds me of how he sounded on Opeth’s Orchid, but more restrained. Not much variation is to be found in his vocal delivery. In fact, I find his voice to be less powerful than ever. Where lies the problem? I’ll tell you. I’m ‘lucky’ to own the re-issued version of the EP as I wrote earlier. The demo versions are fun to listen to and point out two things: for the final product, the general sound of the EP has been improved, but the vocals have been polished to oblivion. On the demo’s, he sounds more aggressive and screams more often, adding to the variation which cannot be heard on the final product. Been released 10 years after Left Hand Path, I’d expect a veteran line-up to find better studio possibilities, considering their connections and the technological advances over a decade. Financing this EP could not have been a problem since only three songs are to be found here.
As for the music itself: I like what I hear. One of the reasons I like Bloodbath is because of their choruses. One does not simply listen to Bloodbath without grunting along with the chorus. The songwriting is well done. The songs show a nice blend of fast tempo changes (US death metal influences?) and straightforward, slightly melodic death metal the country of Sweden has been known for. The riffing is memorable, which is an aspect Bloodbath will become famous for (‘Eaten’ is known to everyone, even to unborn babies). Drummer Dan Swanö does a good job keeping it groovy while remaining a faster pace, as can be heard after the break in ‘Breeding Death’ and during the chorus of ‘Ominous Bloodvomit’. The songs in general have a pretty good alternation between fast and slow sections, keeping them fresh from beginning to end. A good example of this is the third and final song, ‘Furnace Funeral’. During the first verse, moshpits are a must, while banging your head against a wall is inevitable when the second verse kicks in. This alternation goes on throughout the song, while the chorus slowly becomes more prominent. On this recorded version, fans of ‘The Wacken Carnage’ can discover the true ending of the song, which is slow and eventually bursts into the chorus for the last time.
My conclusion: This EP, Bloodbath’s very first material, definitely is worth listening to. It sounds solid, fast, and groovy. The melodies will be stuck in your head for some time, and the vocals are provided by Mikael Åkerfeldt, which is a well received bonus. The price tag, however, is rather high for a 3-song EP, but worth paying for true fans such as myself. You won’t be disappointed.
This is a death metal side project band from four very capable musicians: Mikael Akerfeldt (Opeth), Anders Nystrom (Katatonia), Jonas Renske (Katatonia) and Dan Swano (of too many bands and side projects to list here). What we have on this very short EP (13:16 running time, three songs) is an attempt on the part of these guys to recall something of the glory/brutality of death metal bands from the past, and construct a 'retro homage' to (I'm guessing) both the American death metal scene (i.e., bands from Florida) and older Swedish death metal, before the infection of the Gothenburg style of Maiden-worship. On that level, this is a success, as it could have easily have come from just about any band from that time period...say the late 80's or very early 90's. While the bio on the back of this promo CD speaks about this release being a 'testament and tribute to the death metal style so prolific in the States a decade ago' this really sounds much more like the form of death that bands like Entombed, Carnage, Dismember, etc. were spreading at about the same time, and that isn't surprising because at least one of these musicians (I'm speaking of Dan Swano here) was an integral part of that scene. These guys are are all Swedish, after all.
The songs are, for the most part, mid-paced grinding heavy death in the Sunlight Studio manner, with a few variations thrown into the mix here and there to make the songs distinct entities (this succeeds only marginally). The first song is, I feel, the best - and that only because Anders spins a nice simple melody underneath the main riff in the second part of the song that makes it sound more like early Katatonia that anything else- and that melody is minimal in form and realization, merely a suggestion on his part.
What really makes this interesting for me is the fact that Mikael sings on this, and it's a chance to hear him really try to reach new lows with his death growling, something he forsakes in Opeth for an attempt at controlling his voice...and utterly guttural low gravel vomits wouldn't really fit Opeth's style, anyway - those vocals are more about projecting a sense of power than anything else. Here, however, he lets it all loose and really goes for the throat (sorry) with groans, moans, and roars that must have had his larynx scraping bottom.
If you are at all interested in the other bands that these guys spend most of their time in, this might be worth purchasing for its novelty value - but it isn't really something that I could recommend based on its own merits. If this band does get together again and record a full-length (which is what the bio threatens if this EP is popular enough) then I would suggest they try to write music that is in a more original direction. I know that's not the point, that this is all for fun, etc. - but couldn't it at least be aimed at something other than nostalgia? It's a little too early for that, isn't it?
Bloodbath was formed on the sole purpose of bringing back old-school death metal. This is their only release that has really captured the essence of old-school death metal. Not to say the other releases are bad, but this EP captures the true sound of old-school death metal than any other Bloodbath releases. So Bloodbath started out on the right track with this EP but took the band in a different direction afterwards. Mind you, it wasn’t like they were switching to a totally different genre, but instead they were just slightly altering the sound. It can be compared to Cannibal Corpse’s sound change when George became the new vocalist. Of course in Bloodbath’s case, the change wasn’t necessarily for the worse.
The EP starts out with the song Breeding Death. Now with almost every band, metal or not, the song that shares the name with the album is generally one of if not the best on the track. Breeding Death, the song, doesn’t really hold up to that standard. The song is great, don’t get me wrong, but is far too comparable to the many old-school death metal acts before them. I am aware that they are trying to bring back the sound, but there is a fine line between bringing it back and just flat out copying it. It has the same mid paced riffing in the beginning, slows towards the middle, and goes a little faster than the intro riffs around the end. Although the tempo of the song may be just like most other old-school death metal songs, it really brings a lot to the table. Every riff in the song has many slides in them. It really adds to more ‘evil’ and ‘eerie’ sound that old-school death metal produced, instead of basic brutality. Perhaps the best part of the song was the extremely short drum solo at about 3:15 into the song. It leads into a more groove sound that plays out until the end of the song, but with the band all being veterans of metal, they knew how to work with it and make it sound superb rather than generic.
Next we have Ominous Bloodvomit. This song is definitely the strongest song of the album. While it does have the most groove influence than the rest of the songs on the EP, like I said, because Bloodbath is composed of an all-veteran line up they know how to make the groove influence sound better than most bands could. Quite frankly, they’re the only band that I have come across thus far that has taken a groove influence and used it in their favor. But I digress. The reason this song is the best song of the EP is that it remains constantly powerful and more aggressive than the rest of the songs, similar to the works of early Deicide. The bass on this track is also used very well, giving the song a more ‘thick’ sound to it. The bass adds another deep layer to the music while staying out of the way just enough to not make it too visible and thus give the song a more brutal sound.
Now, with only three songs on the EP you would think the order of which they are put in would be rather easy. The final song of the EP, Funeral Furnace, is a song to open an album rather than end it. I say this because the song starts out faster than any other song in the album, and slowly gets more slow (forgive the pun). With some of the mellower points of the song being at the end makes it an odd choice for the last song. An album should always end with a strong ending. As for the rest of the song it was very well executed. The drum work sounded like thrash metal drum work with the guitars sounding like anything but thrash. The song sounds almost like filler up until the keyboards come into the song around the end. The keyboards are the only instrument playing for several seconds, until the guitars come in with slow-held out chords. The keyboards were simply amazing. Anything less of amazing would be an understatement. They were used perfectly; they didn’t orchestrate the current music like Nocturnus, but instead changed the pace of the song entirely, on top of the fact that they were only used for about a half a minute and only once on the EP. There was definitely no overuse of the keyboards at all. I could honestly not have thought of a better way that a death metal band could’ve used keyboards in their music. One can only wonder what Bloodbath would’ve done if they had kept in the keyboard as a permanent instrument throughout all their albums. I can say confidently that Bloodbath’s music would have been far greater if they had used keyboards in all their albums in the same manner as they had used them in this one.
Although I am a huge fan of Bloodbath their newer work does not compare to this EP. I don’t know what it was about Bloodbath’s later albums, but they don’t work with the groove sounds as much as they do on this album. With The Fathomless Mastery they are slightly returning to the sounds of Breeding Death. We can only hope Bloodbath’s next studio release will take more from their elements of this EP more than anything. Not only was the song writing superb on this EP, but it was also some of Mikael Akerfeldt’s strongest vocal performances, not just in Bloodbath, but from all of his projects. His vocals are also sung more from the stomach in this release more than the others, in which case the vocals are sung from the throat and are slightly higher pitched. His vocals are extremely powerful in this release as well. And power is everything in vocals. He does not ‘cup the microphone’, but just gives a full forced scream turned into growls.
This EP is also easily the most un-produced in all of Bloodbath’s releases. Nothing is more old-school than cheap production. Now just like the keyboards, there is a right way and a wrong way to use the cheap production. There are ‘cheap productions’ like Mayhem’s later releases where the album was recorded in a fancy studio, then just made slightly scratchy to sound “true”. Bloodbath instead uses the cheap production to truly give the material an old-school death metal sound. They recorded it cheap because they had to. They didn’t have the option of a studio to hold their hand through the release.
This is definitely not an EP to pass by. The only obvious problem with this EP is that it is only 14 minutes long. I am aware it is an EP, but even for an EP that is still rather short. Nevertheless, a hell of a lot of material is packed in those 14 minutes. That being said, this might be purchased after you have listened to other Bloodbath albums to ensure you can appreciate their style before you fork out $7 for three songs.
Born of the minds of several of Sweden's most prominent metal musicians of the 90s, Bloodbath seemed poised for success from the moment of its conception, before even a track was laid down in the studio. That the four principals were all well acclimated to one another, and writing music here that came as a stark contrast to their more mainstream friendly outfits (Katatonia, Nightingale, and Opeth) was all the more reason for its existence. Jonas Renkse, Mikael Åkerfeldt, Dan Swanö, and Anders Nyström owe a lot to death metal. Its migration throughout Europe and the States (and beyond) is what led to their individual success in other projects. It's the camel they rode in on, regardless of whatever mutations their better known bands have undergone in the past decade or so.
That the debut with this project would be an EP titled Breeding Death seems rather obvious, and a wise decision to test the waters with a few tracks before committing to a larger project which would involve tours and several albums (having now all come to fruition). The goal here was to adapt the roots Swedish death metal of Grave, Entombed, Edge of Sanity, Unleashed, Hypocrisy, Grotesque and Dismember into the digestive tract of the big Y2K, and though they cannot be chiefly accredited with this sub-genre's rebirth and the inevitable scores of bands who would flock back to the style's dark waters in the 21st century, they certainly played their parts, on a high visibility label (Century Media) and reaping in many thousands of fans of their other bands to a sound they might have otherwise ignored. And in some, sad cases, a sound they probably ignore to this day outside of Bloodbath. It's true that bands like Vomitory, Fleshcrawl, Paganizer, Kaamos and their ilk had been kicking around the Swedish flavors already by this time, among others, but none have been quite able to break through.
In some ways, Bloodbath resembles its constituent members' other work through their individual roles. Mikael Åkerfeldt performs his fabled low end Opeth growling here without any need for 10+ minute long songs and vast acoustic interludes, and the others peep in once in awhile (all vocalists in their own right). Jonas and Dan return to the rhythm section they were once all too comfortable with, and Anders is in the drivers' seat with a slew of riffs that would do Grave or Dismember proud in 1990, with a little of the added atmospheric spin he might have picked up in his years of Diabolical Masquerade and Katatonia. Still, with all of the talent and the history behind the members, the compositions themselves fall rather flat.
Surely there are huge grooves and surges into the unbridled, old school riffing style that once made the format such an ominous venture into extremity. But it definitely edges on the 'been there, done that, not going to do it any better' mentality which might comfort the majority of retro death metal outfits, but doesn't offer much towards the more seasoned listener who might expect some manner of tweak to the genre. To be fair, this is the larval stage of the band, and their future full-lengths all manage to destroy this material, but "Breeding Death" and "Furnace Funeral" do little more than offer some standard, thick riffs over Mikael's level vocal battery that becomes somewhat monotonous. This guy's inflection is no Martin van Drunen or Chris Reifert, and it's no wonder he uses a lot more cleans in his other band. The middle track here, "Ominous Bloodvomit" benefits from a slightly cooler riff and thrust, and a nice mean groove that conjured up earlier Obituary, though it does sputter out into generic, brute filler at one point. The end of the track picks back up, however, and I found it the most memorable of the three.
Regardless of my own lukewarm reaction to this project's first offering, it is a success from the technical standpoints: semi-famous musicians getting together and rocking out a few old school tracks; delivering a modern and dark, if not distinct production; and building some excitement for a return to the style's halcyon days which were probably too quickly forgotten. Fuck, many of the great cult acts of the early Swedish death scene STILL lie in obscurity! Poor, poor Gorement. If you already own and enjoy Bloodbath's full-lengths like The Fathomless Mastery or Resurrection Through Carnage, then this EP is a curiosity that might be worth a few bucks. But if you haven't heard them at all, start with one of those albums first. One of the pressings of Resurrection Through Carnage even comes with Breeding Death as a bonus.


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Same-sex marriage and marijuana legalization won a series of referenda on Tuesday, and good partisans of Federalism should, presumably, cheer. Where does the Constitution say that the Federal Government should have any opinion about personal status law? Where does the Constitution say that the Federal Government should have any opinion about control of mind-altering substances?
Except . . . it’s very hard for me to see how the Federal Government can avoid getting involved.
Federal law contains a variety of preferences for people in a state of matrimony. Refusing to recognize a duly solemnized and legal marriage in Maine or Washington is plainly to have an opinion about personal status – and one that conflicts with the states in question. Recognizing such marriages means giving them national legitimacy – again, that’s the Federal Government offering an opinion.
Advocates for marijuana legalization are fretting now about the DEA disregarding the opinion of the voters in Colorado and Washington – with good reason given the behavior of the Obama DEA in response to much more limited medical marijuana laws in states like California. But the alternative would be something akin to national decriminalization. There’s no customs post in Nebraska to inspect the luggage of visitors to Colorado, after all.
I happen to support national recognition of same-sex marriages, because I think the states should be allowed to innovate in this manner, and the Federal Government should not register a contrary opinion. (For that matter, I also favored the same-sex marriage law in my state, New York.) But I’m not deluded that this formal neutrality isn’t a substantive endorsement. I also happen to support marijuana decriminalization. But, again, I’m not deluded into thinking that legalization in one state won’t make it difficult to impossible to enforce prohibition in a neighboring state. In such a way, a handful of states, if their sovereignty is taken seriously, can change national policy.
Tricky thing, this Federal system of ours.

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