Respiratory Infections

Respiratory Infections: When “Just a Cough” Is Something More

We’ve all had it happen—you wake up with a sore throat, maybe a cough, and someone in the house says, “Ponte Vaporú, you’ll be fine.” And maybe you are. But sometimes that cold turns into a week of missed work, a trip to urgent care, or something more serious—especially for our abuelitos, babies, and people with asthma or chronic conditions.

Respiratory infections are super common, but not always harmless. From seasonal sniffles to more serious cases like pneumonia or COVID-19, knowing the signs and getting the right care makes a big difference.