Respiratory

Rising blood eosinophil counts and high sputum IL-8 levels predict accelerated lung function decline in asthma, highlighting key biomarkers for monitoring.

LCI detects lung function improvements in cystic fibrosis patients on ETI therapy, even when FEV1 changes are minimal, highlighting its clinical value.

Lung cancer deaths among CLRD patients have declined, but older adults, rural areas, and White men remain disproportionately affected.

GLI spirometry criteria reduce COPD misclassification in older smokers, ensuring accurate diagnosis and preventing unnecessary treatments.

New research highlights the predictive power of gut microbiome profiles during acute COVID-19 infection in identifying individuals at risk for Long COVID.

A UK Biobank study links low birth weight to a 21% higher risk of developing COPD later in life. Findings highlight the importance of prenatal care and maternal health in reducing long-term respiratory risks.

A study reveals a strong link between primary ciliary dyskinesia and asthma in children.

Prenatal exposure to common phenols, including butylparaben, has been linked to an increased risk of asthma in children, particularly among boys, according to a large-scale study from Japan.