Emphysema. Emphysema is a long-term, progressive disease of the lungs that primarily causes shortness of breath. In people with emphysema the lung tissues necessary to support the physical shape and function of the lung are damaged.
Mississippi /ËmÉªsáµ»ËsÉªpi/ is a state in the southern region of the United States, with part of its southern border formed by the Gulf of Mexico. Its western border is formed by the Mississippi River. The state has a population of approximately 3 million. It is the 32nd most extensive and the 32nd most populous of the 50 United States. Located in the center of the state, Jackson is the state capital and largest city, with a population of approximately 175,000 people.
Biloxi, MS Profile. Biloxi, MS, population 45,766, is located in Mississippi's Harrison county, about 54.2 miles from Mobile and 77.4 miles from New Orleans. Through the 90's Biloxi's population has grown by about 9%. It is estimated that in the first 5 years of the past decade the population of Biloxi has declined by about 1%.