Respiratory

Respiratory viral infections may increase lung cancer risk and accelerate tumor growth through lasting immune changes.

Breastfeeding for at least four months was linked to lower asthma and IgE sensitization into young adulthood.

Higher alcohol consumption is linked to increased risk of early small airway obstruction in adults.

COPD in never-smokers showed more symptoms and type 2 inflammation, pointing to a distinct clinical phenotype.

Bronchiectasis may silently increase risk of non-tuberculous mycobacteria infection, according to new genetic evidence.

A new review of respiratory mechanics modeling highlights how advanced measurement techniques could improve the diagnosis and monitoring of respiratory diseases including asthma and COPD.

A new registry study reveals human metapneumovirus causes severe illness in blood cancer patients worldwide.

Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection in children may lead to plastic bronchitis, with new predictors aiding early detection.