Therapy Area
Allergy & Immunology
Cardiology
Dermatology
Diabetes
Flagship Journal
Gastroenterology
General Healthcare
Hematology
Hepatology
Innovations
Interventional Cardiology
Microbiology & Infectious Diseases
Nephrology
Neurology
Oncology
Radiology
Reproductive Health
Respiratory
Rheumatology
Urology
Podcasts
Journals
Webinars
Congress Hub
Toolkit
Paediatric Growth Calculator
DVT Risk Calculator
Due Date Calculator
Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) Calculator
Collaborate
About
EQOH
Careers
Contact Us
EMJ Media Pack
AMJ Media Pack
Editorial Enquiries
Contributors & Authors
Submit a Paper
Media Partners
Pharma Partners
EMJ Interactive
EMJ GOLD
CME
search
Join
FREE
This site is intended for healthcare professionals
You must accept all conditions before being able to view the post
Continue
EUR
USA
EUR
USA
Therapy Area
Allergy & Immunology
Cardiology
Dermatology
Diabetes
Flagship Journal
Gastroenterology
General Healthcare
Hematology
Hepatology
Innovations
Interventional Cardiology
Microbiology & Infectious Diseases
Nephrology
Neurology
Oncology
Radiology
Reproductive Health
Respiratory
Rheumatology
Urology
Podcasts
Journals
Webinars
Congress Hub
Toolkit
Paediatric Growth Calculator
DVT Risk Calculator
Due Date Calculator
Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) Calculator
Collaborate
About
EQOH
Careers
Contact Us
EMJ Media Pack
AMJ Media Pack
Editorial Enquiries
Contributors & Authors
Submit a Paper
Media Partners
Pharma Partners
EMJ Interactive
EMJ GOLD
CME
Join
FREE
Edition
European
US
Respiratory
Filter
Journals
About
Congress reviews
Abstracts
Articles
Podcasts
Videos & Webinars
News
Infographics
Submit A Paper
Nebuliser Use Linked to Severe COPD
May 2026
Nebuliser use in COPD is most common in severe disease with frequent exacerbations, high symptoms, and reduced lung function.
Read more
30 Mar 2026
Type D Personality Reduces Adherence to Sleep Apnoea Therapy
Type D personality was linked to lower adherence and more side-effects in bilevel positive airway pressure therapy for sleep apnoea patients.
29 Mar 2026
Indoor Air Pollution Peaks Linked to Daily Activities
Study finds indoor air pollution peaks in respiratory patients are driven by daily activities like cooking, often exceeding WHO guidelines.
26 Mar 2026
Reducing Home Dampness Linked to Lower Asthma Medication Use
Large study shows reducing dampness through home upgrades improves respiratory health, especially in children, supporting housing as a key public health intervention.
23 Mar 2026
COVID-19 Outcomes in Cystic Fibrosis Transplants
New research explores COVID-19 outcomes in cystic fibrosis transplant recipients, highlighting lung function as a potential factor linked to disease severity.
22 Mar 2026
Lysine Improves Survival in Acute Lung Injury Models
Survival rates in mice increased from 0% to 62.5%, alongside marked reductions in inflammation, alveolitis, and extracellular matrix deposition.
16 Mar 2026
Severe COVID-19 Linked to Higher Lung Cancer Risk
Severe COVID-19 may raise lung cancer risk by creating a tumour-promoting lung environment after viral pneumonia, new research suggests.
15 Mar 2026
HFOV May Reduce Lung Disease in Preterm Infants
High-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) reduced bronchopulmonary dysplasia in preterm infants with neonatal respiratory distress.
12 Mar 2026
Human Lung Ageing Atlas Reveals Key Cellular Changes
A new human lung ageing atlas reveals cell-specific changes, mutation buildup, and declining lung repair capacity linked to ageing.
9 Mar 2026
COPD Phenotypes Reveal Stark Social Inequalities
Distinct COPD phenotypes show major differences in severity and mortality, with worse outcomes linked to income, race, rural living, and smoking.
8 Mar 2026
Pipe and Cigar Smoking Linked to Faster Lung Decline
Pipe and cigar smoking is linked to faster lung function decline and higher mortality, even among people who have never smoked cigarettes.
5 Mar 2026
Life’s Essential 8 Scores Linked to Better Lung Health
Adhering to Life’s Essential 8 may lower chronic respiratory disease risk and support long-term lung health, reports a large population-based study.
2 Mar 2026
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Adult-Onset Asthma Risk
High adherence to the Mediterranean diet was linked to a significantly lower risk of adult-onset asthma in a large Spanish cohort study.
1 Mar 2026
Untreated Sleep Apnoea: A Hidden Multi-Billion Hit to Productivity
Obstructive sleep apnoea may affect 1 in 5 adults in the UK and USA, costing billions in lost productivity, but can be offset by effective treatment.
26 Feb 2026
Asthma Symptoms Linked to Hidden Risks Inside the Home
Indoor asthma triggers such as smoking, poor ventilation, and mould are strongly linked to worse symptoms and daily limitations, a large study finds.
23 Feb 2026
Childhood Interstitial Lung Disease and Quality of Life
A European study finds hospitalisations and insufficient growth reduce health-related quality of life in childhood interstitial lung disease.
22 Feb 2026
Gene Therapy Breakthrough Restores Key Function in Cystic Fibrosis
UCLA researchers use lipid nanoparticles to insert full CFTR gene into airway cells, restoring function and opening new avenues for CF therapy.
19 Feb 2026
Wildfire Smoke PM2.5 Linked to Thousands of Deaths
Major study finds chronic exposure to wildfire smoke PM2.5 linked to 24,000 USA deaths per year, with no safe threshold and strong neurological impacts.
18 Feb 2026
Lung Cancer in Never Smokers Needs a New Approach
Lung cancer in never smokers is rising, with distinct risks and biology, highlighting the need for tailored screening, prevention, and treatment.
15 Feb 2026
High Sugar Drink Intake Linked to COPD Risk
A new study finds adults consuming more sugary drinks have higher odds of COPD, highlighting links between diet, lung health, and overall wellbeing.
12 Feb 2026
Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and Hidden Bronchiectasis Burden
New registry data show bronchiectasis affects multiple alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency genotypes, not just Pi*ZZ, with key implications for screening.
9 Feb 2026
Asthma Microbiome Patterns Vary Worldwide, Study Finds
Global research shows asthma microbiome and airway inflammation differ by region, but neutrophilic asthma shows consistent bacterial patterns.
8 Feb 2026
PM2.5 Pollution Driven by Residential Wood Burning
Residential wood burning contributes substantially to winter PM2.5 pollution in the USA, linked to thousands of premature deaths.
7 Feb 2026
Key Predictors of Death in Septic Shock Identified
A large meta-analysis identifies patient, clinical, and biochemical factors linked to early mortality in septic shock, helping clinicians stratify risk.
5 Feb 2026
Vitamin K Antagonists Linked to Lower Short-Term Risk in COPD
Nationwide cohort data suggest vitamin K antagonists are linked to a lower 1-year risk of severe COPD exacerbation or death compared with DOACs.
2 Feb 2026
Major Study Reveals New Genetic Links to Pneumonia
Study of over 600,000 people finds genetic differences influencing pneumonia risk across age, immunity, and smoking behaviour.
1 Feb 2026
Telomere Genetics Reshape Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Risk
Large genetic study links telomere-related polygenic risk to distinct idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis subgroups, improving disease prediction.
30 Jan 2026
Does Bisoprolol Benefit Patients with COPD?
A major trial finds the beta blocker bisoprolol neither improves nor worsens outcomes in people with COPD, despite their high cardiovascular risk.
26 Jan 2026
Low Vitamin D Tied to Respiratory Infection Hospital Risk
UK Biobank study links very low vitamin D levels with higher risk of hospital admission for respiratory tract infections across ethnic groups.
25 Jan 2026
New Blood Marker Predicts Future Asthma Attacks
Sphingolipid-to-steroid ratios in blood accurately predict asthma attacks years in advance, offering a new precision medicine tool for asthma care.
24 Jan 2026
GLP-1RAs Reduce Asthma Attacks in Adolescents with Obesity
Teens with obesity using GLP-1RAs experienced fewer asthma exacerbations, emergency visits, and steroid prescriptions compared with nonpharmacological weight management.
22 Jan 2026
School Tobacco Prevention Cuts Youth Smoking Rates
Expanded school tobacco prevention in California schools was linked to lower adolescent tobacco use in a large, state-representative survey.
21 Jan 2026
Rising Concerns Over Cannabis Smoking and Lung Health
High cannabis use is associated with worse lung function, respiratory symptoms, and airway immune changes, highlighting potential clinical risks.
17 Jan 2026
Lung Cancer Risk Rises with Prior Lung Disease
Meta-analysis links prior tuberculosis and chronic bronchitis to higher lung cancer risk in never-smokers, with implications for clinical risk assessment.
15 Jan 2026
Asthma Anxiety Reduced with Therapist-Guided Internet CBT
Therapist-guided internet CBT safely lowers asthma-related anxiety and boosts quality of life, control, and behaviour in adults with asthma.
13 Jan 2026
Simplified D-Dimer Strategy Safely Rules Out Pulmonary Embolism
A 1000 ng/mL D-dimer threshold safely rules out pulmonary embolism in low-likelihood patients, reducing unnecessary chest imaging in emergency care.
10 Jan 2026
AI–Biomarker Tool Boosts Lower Respiratory Tract Infection Diagnosis
Combining a host biomarker with large language model analysis improves lower respiratory tract infection diagnosis in ICU patients, reducing uncertainty.
8 Jan 2026
NHS Tobacco Dependency Service Shows Mixed Equity in Hospitals
NHS opt-out tobacco dependency services boost quit attempts in deprived populations, but success lags, highlighting opportunities to reduce inequalities.
6 Jan 2026
Deep Sedation in ICU May Threaten Patient Independence
Medication-induced deep sedation in ICU patients is linked to loss of independence; lighter sedation and mobility improve outcomes, study finds.
6 Jan 2026
Innovative Lung-on-Chip Models Human Alveoli
A novel iPSC-derived lung-on-chip model mimics human alveolar tissue, revealing macrophage-driven tuberculosis responses.
31 Dec 2025
Rare Genetic Variants Shed Light on Familial Lung Cancer Risk
Rare inherited genetic variants linked to mucin glycosylation and DNA repair significantly increase familial lung cancer risk, offering new targets for early detection.
26 Dec 2025
COPD Treatment Withdrawal Raises Early Exacerbation Risk
New trial analysis shows COPD treatment withdrawal, including LAMA and ICS discontinuation, can trigger early exacerbation risk.
24 Dec 2025
Saline Nasal Irrigation Reduces Upper Respiratory Infections in Children
Sea saline nasal irrigation lowers bacterial colonisation and incidence of acute upper respiratory infections in children.
22 Dec 2025
nSOFA Score Predicts Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome Risk
The nSOFA score predicts prolonged mechanical ventilation in newborns with NRDS. Early risk stratification may improve NICU care and outcomes.
20 Dec 2025
Volatile Organic Compounds Offer New Insights for Asthma Monitoring
Study shows that exhaled volatile organic compounds, including propanoic and nonanoic acids, could be used as non-invasive biomarkers for asthma.
18 Dec 2025
E-Cigarettes Linked to Increased Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
New meta-analysis finds e-cigarette use may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, even after adjusting for cigarette smoking.
16 Dec 2025
Chronic Bronchitis Widespread and Overlooked in Low-Income Countries
Chronic bronchitis affects nearly 10% of adults in low- and middle-income countries, with links to worse respiratory outcomes.
12 Dec 2025
Immune Signature Predicts Survival in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
New research identifies a specific monocyte gene signature that predicts mortality in IPF, offering potential targets precision medicine.
10 Dec 2025
New Study Reveals True Impact of Gas Stoves on NO₂ Exposure
Gas stoves are a major source of indoor nitrogen dioxide, raising exposure levels WHO guidelines for millions of people.
6 Dec 2025
Dual Approach Shows Promise in Advanced
KRAS G12C
-Mutated Lung Cancer
Combining glecirasib and sitneprotafib shows encouraging efficacy and safety in patients with KRAS G12C-mutated NSCLC.
2 Dec 2025
Tezepelumab Reduces Steroid Use in Patients with Severe Asthma
Over half of patients with severe asthma discontinued oral corticosteroids while maintaining disease control, major study finds.
28 Nov 2025
Asthma Attack Risk Higher in Adults with Depression or Anxiety
Depression and anxiety increase asthma attack risk in adults, highlighting need for targeted care in those with comorbid mental health disorders.
24 Nov 2025
Sex Differences in Lung Volume Reduction Outcomes
Women show larger improvements in symptoms and wellbeing after lung volume reduction, despite similar physical changes to men.
22 Nov 2025
New 6-Minute Walk Test Score Accurately Identifies High-Risk Patients
A new score based on the 6-minute walk test helps predict serious outcomes in lung disease by combining symptoms, oxygen use, distance and oxygen levels.
20 Nov 2025
Respiratory and Cardiovascular Diseases: A Genetic Link ?
Although genetic analysis shows little direct link between chronic respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, shared factors like smoking and inflammation drive risk in both conditions.
18 Nov 2025
Inhaled Corticosteroids Protect Infants’ Lungs from Maternal Asthma
Maternal use of inhaled corticosteroids during pregnancy improves early lung function in infants born to asthmatic mothers. This intervention may reduce early respiratory risk.
14 Nov 2025
Abnormal Chest X-Rays Predict 17-Fold Higher Tuberculosis Risk
New research reveals that abnormal chest X-ray results strongly predict future TB risk, emphasising the value of early screening.
12 Nov 2025
Regional Differences in LAMA Use for Severe Asthma Across Europe
A European survey of 470 clinicians shows major differences in how LAMAs are prescribed for severe asthma.
10 Nov 2025
Fixed Airway Obstruction Found in 33% of Severe Asthma Cases
Fixed airway obstruction in severe asthma shows distinct clinical and biological traits, with some patients improving over time.
8 Nov 2025
COPD Patients with Respiratory Failure Face Higher Heart Disease Risks
A 15-year study finds COPD patients with chronic respiratory failure face higher and earlier risks of heart disease, demonstrating the need for targeted screening.
6 Nov 2025
Lung Disease in Never-Smokers with Severe α1-Antitrypsin Deficiency
Never-smokers with severe α1-antitrypsin deficiency can still develop lung disease, including emphysema, bronchiectasis, and airflow obstruction.
4 Nov 2025
EU Youth Smoking: Price and Age-of-Sale Impacts
Study shows cigarette prices and age-of-sale laws impact youth smoking in the EU, with effects varying by region and gender.
2 Nov 2025
Glucocorticoids Reduce Mortality in Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Adjunctive low-dose glucocorticoids lower 30-day mortality in adults with community-acquired pneumonia in low-resource hospital settings.
31 Oct 2025
COVID-19 Infection in Pregnancy Raises Risk of Preterm Birth
A Swedish study found COVID-19 infection in pregnancy greatly raises preterm birth risk within 2 weeks, especially if unvaccinated. Vaccination offers key protection.
30 Oct 2025
Tezepelumab Significantly Improves Severe Asthma Control
Tezepelumab reduced oral corticosteroid use in patients with severe asthma, with well-controlled asthma rising from 3% to 27% after 1 year.
28 Oct 2025
Anti-IL5 Therapy Cuts Severe COPD Exacerbations
Real-world study finds anti-IL5 therapy significantly reduces moderate and severe exacerbations in asthma and COPD patients, with major hospitalisation prevention.
25 Oct 2025
Socioeconomic Gaps Worsen Survival in Young Adults with Lung Cancer
Younger adults with early-onset lung cancer face poorer survival linked to late diagnosis, income, and access to care, highlighting urgent equity needs.
23 Oct 2025
New Gene-Pollution Link Found in Asthma
A Taiwanese study identifies lncZPBP2-3 as a pollution-responsive gene variant that heightens asthma risk with long-term PM2.5 exposure.
12 Oct 2025
High-Dose Fluticasone Boosts Lung Bacteria in Severe COPD
The MUSIC trial shows high-dose fluticasone elevates sputum bacterial load in severe COPD, without affecting upper airway microbiome, and ICS withdrawal can trigger exacerbations.
9 Oct 2025
New International Guidelines Set Standard for Bronchiectasis Care
The ERS has released evidence-based guidelines for adult bronchiectasis care, offering structured recommendations on airway clearance, macrolides, and inhaled antibiotics.
7 Oct 2025
Hypnosis Improves Patient Mask Tolerance in Emergencies
Hypnosis can enhance comfort and clinical efficacy of non-invasive ventilation masks, reducing sedation needs and distress in acute respiratory failure patients.
5 Oct 2025
Gut Microbiota Linked to Childhood Asthma Risk in New Genetic Study
New Mendelian randomisation study confirms a causal link between gut microbiota and childhood asthma.
1 Oct 2025
Retifanlimab Improves Survival in Metastatic Lung Cancer Trial
A phase 3 trial found that retifanlimab plus chemotherapy significantly improved survival in patients with metastatic NSCLC, with a safety profile consistent with other PD-1 inhibitors.
29 Sep 2025
ERS 2025: Father’s Smoking in Puberty Accelerates Ageing in Offspring
New ERS 2025 research links paternal smoking in puberty with accelerated biological ageing in offspring, reinforcing evidence of intergenerational tobacco harms.
29 Sep 2025
ERS 2025: Remote Monitoring Improves Asthma Outcomes for Children
A multicentre study presented at ERS Congress 2025 found that remote monitoring reduced hospital visits and improved asthma control in children, strengthening the case for digital health in routine asthma care.
29 Sep 2025
Paternal Smoke Exposure Linked to Lifelong Lung Damage in Children
New research shows that paternal smoke exposure before puberty is associated with reduced lung function trajectories in offspring, increasing long-term respiratory risk.
28 Sep 2025
ERS 2025: Fruit-Rich Diet May Protect Lungs From Air Pollution
A UK Biobank analysis presented at ERS Congress 2025 found that higher fruit intake reduced the negative effects of fine particulate air pollution on lung function, particularly in women.
28 Sep 2025
ERS 2025: Dog Allergen Exposure in Infancy Lowers Childhood Asthma Risk
The CHILD study analysis found that early exposure to higher levels of dog allergen reduced asthma risk and improved lung function at age 5, with effects modified by genetic background.
27 Sep 2025
ERS 2025: Robotic Bronchoscopy Redefines Early Lung Cancer Diagnosis
Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy with cone-beam CT achieved far higher diagnostic yields than conventional bronchoscopy, particularly for small and ground-glass lesions, offering a powerful new tool for early lung cancer diagnosis.
23 Sep 2025
Extracorporeal CPR: An Alternative to Conventional CPR
ECPR can restore circulation and tissue oxygenation, substantially improving survival and offering a favourable functional recovery.
21 Sep 2025
Machine Learning Aids Diagnosis of Interstitial Pneumonia
A machine learning model combining CT radiomics with clinical data has shown accuracy comparable to experienced pulmonologists in diagnosing usual interstitial pneumonia and predicting survival outcomes.
19 Sep 2025
Ancient Conch Shell Practice Shows Promise in Sleep Apnoea Care
A randomised trial finds that blowing a conch shell reduces daytime sleepiness, improves sleep quality, and lowers apnoea severity in people with obstructive sleep apnoea.
17 Sep 2025
New ERS/EULAR Guidelines for Connective Tissue Disease-Related Interstitial Lung Disease
ERS/EULAR guidelines provide detailed recommendations for diagnosing, monitoring, and treating connective tissue disease-related interstitial lung disease, tailored to disease type and risk profile.
16 Sep 2025
Dogs Detect Lung Cancer More Accurately From Breath Than Saliva
Study finds trained dogs detect lung cancer with 78% accuracy from breath samples versus 42% from saliva.
13 Sep 2025
Lower Steroid Use Drives Pregnancy Asthma Hospitalisations
Hospital asthma exacerbations rise in later pregnancy, with reduced inhaled corticosteroid use a key modifiable risk factor, UK data show.
11 Sep 2025
One in Two USA Adults Projected to Have Sleep Apnoea by 2050
By 2050, nearly half of US adults aged 30–69 will have obstructive sleep apnoea, with cases rising to 76.6 million and the steepest growth seen in women.
9 Sep 2025
Central Lung Tumour Location Tied to Worse Outcomes Post-Surgery
Central tumour location linked to worse survival in lung cancer, suggesting need for closer post-operation monitoring.
5 Sep 2025
AI Tool Accurately Diagnoses and Grades COPD from CT Scans
Understand how an AI model uses chest CT scans to diagnose COPD with 95% accuracy.
3 Sep 2025
Rise in Aspergillus Resistance Poses Growing Challenge
A nearly three-decade study has revealed a significant rise in triazole-resistant Aspergillus fumigatus, a fungus responsible for invasive aspergillosis…
2 Sep 2025
High-Fat Diets Tied to Lung Inflammation and Worse Asthma
Study shows diets high in saturated fatty acids drive lung inflammation and worsen airway disease, similarly to obesity-related asthma.
30 Aug 2025
Airway Bacteria Show Protective Effect in Pneumonia and Flu
Airway bacteria like Streptococcus oralis may boost natural immune defences, helping protect against pneumonia and viral infections, new research suggests.
28 Aug 2025
Vaccination Protects from Asthma and Rhinitis Linked to COVID-19
COVID-19 infection raises risks of asthma, rhinitis, and sinusitis, while vaccination reduces respiratory type-2 inflammatory disease incidence.
26 Aug 2025
Flu and COVID-19 May Awaken Dormant Breast Cancer Cells
Respiratory viruses such as influenza and SARS-CoV-2 can awaken dormant breast cancer cells, driving metastasis and raising mortality risk in cancer survivors, new research finds.
24 Aug 2025
New Model Maps Pathways Driving Severe Asthma Exacerbation Risk
A registry-based analysis using Bayesian modelling has mapped the pathways linking biomarkers, lung function, and comorbidities to severe asthma exacerbation risk.
22 Aug 2025
Obesity Limits Full Benefit of Asthma Biologics
A UK registry study shows asthma biologics improve outcomes across BMI groups, but obese patients remain more likely to have uncontrolled disease.
20 Aug 2025
Renal Dysfunction Persists Despite Pulmonary Hypertension Treatment
A large pooled analysis shows that kidney problems are common in PAH and CTEPH, worsen survival, and see only minor improvement with current pulmonary hypertension therapies.
12 Aug 2025
Income Inequality Linked to Higher Asthma Exacerbations
Meta-analysis confirms low income is linked to increased asthma exacerbations, especially in children, highlighting income inequality as a key risk factor.
10 Aug 2025
Shorter Pre-XDR Tuberculosis Regimen Falls Short in Trial
A global trial finds a shorter all-oral regimen for pre-XDR tuberculosis fails to match the efficacy of standard care, with poorer results in those with extensive disease.
8 Aug 2025
RSV Hospitalisations in Europe Far Higher Than Expected
A new Europe-wide analysis reveals that RSV hospitalisations in older adults are far more common than previously reported, highlighting the importance of updated data in vaccine policy planning.
6 Aug 2025
AI Model Improves Survival Prediction in Patients with Fibrotic Lung Disease
A new AI model shows promise in predicting survival in patients with fibrotic lung disease, offering more precise prognosis than standard tests and imaging methods.
5 Aug 2025
Benralizumab Shows Long-Term Remission Promise in Severe Eosinophilic Asthma
Real-world study finds benralizumab leads to long-term clinical remission in up to 39% of patients with severe eosinophilic asthma.
2 Aug 2025
Air Pollution Exposure Linked to Higher Dementia Risk
Long-term exposure to fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide is linked to increased dementia risk, according to a major new meta-analysis involving over 24 million people.
31 Jul 2025
Sotatercept Shows Sustained Benefit in Pulmonary Hypertension Study
A long-term study finds sotatercept continues to improve outcomes in patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension, with manageable safety risks.
25 Jul 2025
App-Based Asthma Programme Improves Symptoms in Adults
A mobile asthma self-management tool improved symptoms in adults with uncontrolled asthma, but its effectiveness varied across racial groups.
24 Jul 2025
New Genetic Clues Link Chronic Cough and ACE Inhibitors
Scientists uncover shared genetic signals between chronic dry cough and ACE inhibitor-induced cough, pointing to neurological pathways as potential targets.
21 Jul 2025
Anti-IL-33 Antibody Shows Promise in High-Risk Patients with COPD
Tozorakimab shows potential benefit in patients with COPD with frequent exacerbations, despite primary endpoint not being met in overall population.
19 Jul 2025
Carbon Build-up in Lungs Linked to COPD Severity
Macrophages in COPD lungs show elevated carbon loads, larger cell size, and enhanced inflammation, highlighting a potential driver of disease progression.
17 Jul 2025
Paediatric-Onset Bronchiectasis Tied to Greater Disease Burden
Paediatric-onset bronchiectasis leads to more severe disease than adult-onset, highlighting need for early, tailored care.
13 Jul 2025
Multimorbidity Score Predicts Poor Outcomes in Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
MiDAS, a new clinical tool, predicts poor outcomes in difficult asthma by scoring multimorbidity burden, highlighting the need for whole-patient care.
11 Jul 2025
Dupilumab Cuts COPD Flares in Patients with Type 2 Inflammation
A post hoc analysis confirms dupilumab reduces key inflammatory biomarkers and COPD exacerbations, with highest benefit in patients with raised eosinophils and FeNO.
7 Jul 2025
Urban Exposures Linked to Higher Asthma Risk Across Life
A major European study finds that exposure to multiple urban environmental factors, including air pollution and lack of green space, is significantly linked to asthma risk from childhood to adulthood.
4 Jul 2025
Gene Signature Predicts Chemotherapy Benefit in Early Lung Cancer
A 14-gene test helps identify patients with early-stage non-small-cell lung cancer who benefit from chemotherapy, significantly improving 24-month disease-free survival.
3 Jul 2025
Serotonin Receptor Gene Linked to Sleep Apnoea
The serotonin receptor gene HTR1F was linked to increased risk of sleep apnoea in non-obese adults.
1 Jul 2025
Updated CHEST Guidelines Refine Early-Stage Lung Cancer Treatment
CHEST guideline updates support minimally invasive resection and targeted therapy to enhance survival in Stage I–II NSCLC.
29 Jun 2025
Dupilumab Linked to Higher Lymphoma Risk in Patients with Asthma
Dupilumab was associated with increased lymphoma risk but lower overall mortality in a large asthma cohort study.
27 Jun 2025
Can Microbiome-Guided Therapy Improve Cystic Fibrosis Outcomes?
A new international trial has investigated the safety and efficacy of tailoring antibiotic treatment for cystic fibrosis exacerbations based on sputum microbiome analysis.
25 Jun 2025
Genomic Sequencing Identifies Novel Genetic Loci in Spontaneous Pneumothorax
A genome-wide association study reveals four novel loci linked to primary spontaneous pneumothorax, identifying CBX7-mediated matrix dysregulation as a key pathogenic mechanism.
23 Jun 2025
Environmental and Social Stressors Accelerate Ageing in Patients with Lung Disease
Air pollution and poverty accelerate ageing and worsen survival in fibrotic lung disease patients, new international epigenetic study reveals.
21 Jun 2025
Global Study Reveals Wide Gaps in Paediatric Bronchiectasis Care
New global registry study reveals stark regional differences in diagnosis, treatment, and care quality for children with bronchiectasis.
17 Jun 2025
Genetic Variants Linked to Early-Onset Lung Cancer in Asian Populations
New research links TP53, BRCA2, and ALKBH2 mutations to early-onset lung cancer in Asian women who have never smoked.
16 Jun 2025
New Monoclonal Antibody Cuts Bronchiolitis Admissions in Young Infants
Early evidence shows that nirsevimab substantially reduced emergency bronchiolitis cases and hospital admissions in infants under 6 months.
13 Jun 2025
Onradivir Rivals Oseltamivir in Treating Influenza A
A large Phase III trial has found that onradivir, a novel PB2 polymerase inhibitor, significantly shortens recovery time in adults with uncomplicated influenza A.
9 Jun 2025
Mindful Parenting Improves Outcomes in Children With Asthma and ADHD
A structured parenting programme based on acceptance and commitment therapy has shown clinical benefits in managing asthma and ADHD symptoms in children.
7 Jun 2025
PET/CT Refines Biopsy Strategy for Suspected Lung Cancer
New findings support the integration of PET/CT prior to biopsy in patients with intermediate-to-high-risk lung nodules.
4 Jun 2025
High-Flow Oxygen Shows Limited Benefit in Paediatric Intubation
A major international trial has assessed whether nasal high-flow oxygen improves outcomes during emergency paediatric intubation.
1 Jun 2025
Metagenomic Profiling Maps Europe-Wide Bronchiectasis Resistomes
Next-generation metagenomic sequencing has uncovered key differences in bronchiectasis pathogens and resistance genes across Europe.
31 May 2025
Machine Learning Model Predicts COPD Exacerbations Using Digital Inhaler Data
Machine learning models using data from digital inhalers can successfully predict COPD exacerbations up to 5 days in advance.
31 May 2025
Impaired IgA Immunity Predicts Bronchiolitis Obliterans Syndrome After Lung Transplant
New research suggests that early impairment in mucosal IgA immunity may contribute to the later development of bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome in lung transplant recipients.
29 May 2025
Walking Patterns Worsen as COPD Progresses
Gait parameters in people with COPD progressively worsen with disease severity and differ significantly from healthy older adults.
28 May 2025
Lung Function Decline May Begin in Early 20s
New research shows lung function peaks earlier in life and declines steadily without plateau, challenging prior assumptions.
24 May 2025
Brensocatib Reduces Exacerbations in Patients with Bronchiectasis
A once-daily oral therapy targeting neutrophilic inflammation has shown promise in reducing exacerbations in patients with bronchiectasis.
20 May 2025
New COPD Criteria Spot High-Risk Patients Missed by Spirometry
Including imaging and symptom-based data in COPD diagnosis captures patients with high-risk disease who would otherwise be overlooked by spirometry alone.
15 May 2025
Perinatal Antibiotic Exposure Tied to Impaired Lung Function in Childhood
Repeated exposure to antibiotics during the perinatal period in very low birth weight preterm infants is associated with impaired lung function by early school age.
12 May 2025
Eosinophilic Inflammation Identifies Treatable Subtype of COPD
A new study identifies airway eosinophilia as a distinct, corticosteroid-responsive subtype of COPD, marked by heightened type 2 inflammation and gene expression changes.
10 May 2025
Cytisinicline Proves Potent and Safe for Quitting Smoking
A new Phase III trial has strengthened the evidence supporting cytisinicline as an effective and well-tolerated medication for smoking cessation.
9 May 2025
Genetic Profiles Influence Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Survival
Rare genetic variants and common polygenic risk scores independently influence survival in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
6 May 2025
Breakthrough for Bronchiectasis: Phase 2 Results of DPP-1 Inhibitor
Discover how HSK31858 could transform bronchiectasis treatment by reducing flare-ups – read more about the latest trial results.
4 May 2025
Pulmonary Embolism in Youth Carries Notable Mortality Risk
New data reveal that acute pulmonary embolism, though rare in children and adolescents, carries a significant risk of death.
3 May 2025
Does Smoking Help with Ulcerative Colitis?
Smoking may reduce the risk of developing ulcerative colitis and alleviate disease severity in existing cases.
1 May 2025
Combined Breathing and Stretching Superior for COPD Rehabilitation
Statistical analysis shows combined breathing and stretching exercises significantly improve respiratory function and exercise capacity in COPD patients.
26 Apr 2025
Varenicline Helps Young People Quit Vaping in Landmark Trial
Youth using varenicline with brief behavioral support were far more likely to quit vaping than those given placebo or usual care, a new randomized trial finds.
22 Apr 2025
Nasal Epithelial Assays Predict Cystic Fibrosis Clinical Outcomes
A new study supports the clinical utility of human nasal epithelial cultures as predictive biomarkers for cystic fibrosis CFTR modulator therapy.
21 Apr 2025
Eosinophil Count and FeNO Enhance Asthma Risk Prediction
Blood eosinophil count and fractional exhaled nitric oxide significantly enhance prognostic assessment of asthma attack risk.
20 Apr 2025
Single RSV Vaccine Dose Protects Older Adults Across Three Seasons
A single dose of the RSVPreF3 OA vaccine offers strong protection against RSV-related lower respiratory tract disease in older adults across three seasons.
19 Apr 2025
Maternal and Neonatal Harms Tied to Vaping in Pregnancy
Explore how vaping during pregnancy affects maternal health and birth outcomes.
17 Apr 2025
Two-Year Cystic Fibrosis Therapy Shows Lasting Benefits
A new 96-week study confirms the long-term safety and sustained efficacy of elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor in children with cystic fibrosis aged 6–11 years.
16 Apr 2025
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Boosts Survival in Chronic Lung Diseases
Inpatient pulmonary rehabilitation significantly enhances functional independence in patients with chronic lung disease and extends survival.
12 Apr 2025
How Is Industrial Pollution Impacting Global Respiratory Health?
A study analysing trends in mortality from occupational chronic respiratory diseases caused by industrial pollutants highlights both progress and ongoing challenges.
11 Apr 2025
Early Ozone Exposure Linked to Childhood Asthma Risk
Early exposure to ambient ozone in the first 2 years of life is associated with an increased risk of asthma and wheeze in early childhood.
8 Apr 2025
Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis
A novel therapeutic vaccine, PRGN-2012, has shown promising results in treating recurrent respiratory papillomatosis.
6 Apr 2025
Early CPAP Use May Lower Parkinson’s Risk in Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive sleep apnoea may increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s, but early treatment with continuous positive airway pressure therapy mitigates this risk.
5 Apr 2025
IL-33 Inhibition Shows Promise in High-Risk COPD
IL-33 inhibition with tozorakimab may offer clinical benefits in patients with COPD at high risk of exacerbations.
2 Apr 2025
E-Cigarette Use Linked to Altered Lung Function in Youth
Young adults who use e-cigarettes may experience changes in lung ventilation distribution, potentially indicating early small airway impairment.
1 Apr 2025
Childhood BMI Linked to COPD Risk in Adulthood
Children with above-average BMI trajectories are at increased risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease later in life.
29 Mar 2025
Minimal Residual Disease May Predict NSCLC Recurrence After Osimertinib
Molecular residual disease detection may help identify patients with EGFR-mutated NSCLC who could benefit from prolonged adjuvant osimertinib
27 Mar 2025
Asthma Diagnostic Testing More Effective in the Morning
A new study highlights the significant impact of time of day and season on bronchodilator responsiveness.
26 Mar 2025
Lung Cancer Screening Adherence Declines, Reducing Detection Rates
A multicentre cohort study found that adherence to annual lung cancer screening declines over time, with lower adherence linked to reduced lung cancer detection rates.
23 Mar 2025
Positive Airway Pressure Therapy Lowers Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Mortality
New data confirm that positive airway pressure therapy is associated with a significant reduction in all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea.
22 Mar 2025
Glucose-Lowering Medications Reduce COPD Exacerbation Risk
New research finds that SGLT-2is and GLP-1RAs are associated with a lower risk of COPD exacerbations in patients with Type 2 diabetes and active COPD.
19 Mar 2025
Apolipoprotein A-I Identified as Protective Factor in COPD
New research has identified a potential causal relationship between lipid metabolism and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
17 Mar 2025
Inflammation Levels Predict Benefits of Corticosteroids in Pneumonia
Adjuvant corticosteroid therapy reduces 30-day mortality in hospitalised patients with community-acquired pneumonia, but its benefits depend on baseline inflammation levels.
16 Mar 2025
Gut Microbiota Predicts Lung Cancer Treatment Outcomes
Gut microbiota composition may influence the efficacy and safety of chemo-immunotherapy in advanced non-small cell lung cancer.
13 Mar 2025
Dupilumab Reduces Airway Inflammation in Type 2 Asthma
A Phase IV trial has demonstrated that dupilumab significantly reduces airway inflammation in patients with uncontrolled, moderate-to-severe type 2 asthma.
9 Mar 2025
Sotatercept Shows Long-Term Benefit in Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Treatment
Interim findings from the ongoing SOTERIA study suggest that sotatercept provides a favourable long-term safety and efficacy profile for adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension.
7 Mar 2025
Postnatal Antibiotic Exposure Raises Asthma Risk in Children
A new study assessed asthma risk in children who received antibiotics in the first week of life solely due to maternal indications, eliminating infection-related bias.
5 Mar 2025
Pirfenidone for Pulmonary Fibrosis May Also Reduce Lung Cancer Risk
A large-scale study suggests that pirfenidone use in patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis may be linked to a lower incidence of lung cancer.
3 Mar 2025
Early Lung Function Decline Predicts Long-Term Respiratory Symptoms
Individuals with impaired lung function trajectories experience a higher burden of respiratory symptoms, including wheeze and phlegm.
1 Mar 2025
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: Shifting Trends in the UK
The UK IPF Registry has provided new insights into the evolving landscape of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis management, showing significant shifts in diagnosis and treatment approaches over the last decade.
27 Feb 2025
Optimising Smoking Cessation Within Lung Cancer Screening
Lung cancer screening presents a crucial opportunity to address tobacco dependence, as participation is associated with increased motivation to quit smoking.
25 Feb 2025
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Associated with Higher Suicide Attempts
A nationwide study from South Korea has found a concerning link between obstructive sleep apnea and suicidal behaviors.
23 Feb 2025
Early COPD Detection Enhanced by Polygenic Risk Scoring
Adding genetic risk scores to traditional case-finding methods enhances the detection of undiagnosed COPD, improving early diagnosis and intervention.
21 Feb 2025
Robotic Bronchoscopy Safely Diagnoses Peripheral Lung Lesions
A large, multicentre study has demonstrated that robotic-assisted bronchoscopy is both safe and effective for diagnosing small and peripheral lung lesions.
19 Feb 2025
Rezivertinib Outperforms Gefitinib in NSCLC Treatment Study
A Phase III trial has shown that rezivertinib offers superior progression-free survival compared to gefitinib as a first-line treatment in EGFR-mutated locally advanced or metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer.
17 Feb 2025
Early Smoking Onset Linked to Higher COPD Risk
Adults who began smoking before the age of 15 have a significantly higher risk of COPD than those who started later, even when adjusting for smoking history and second-hand smoke exposure.
15 Feb 2025
Extreme Temperatures Raise Mortality Risks for Patients with COPD
Extreme temperatures significantly increase morbidity and mortality risks for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
13 Feb 2025
The Hidden Burden of RSV in Primary Care
A new study across five European countries highlights the impact of RSV on clinical outcomes, healthcare utilisation, and family life.
11 Feb 2025
Air Pollution Fuels Respiratory Infection Hospitalisations
A large-scale study has revealed a significant association between long-term air pollution exposure and hospital admissions for acute lower respiratory infections in adults.
9 Feb 2025
New Data Maps Lung Cancer’s Global Footprint
A new global analysis of lung cancer incidence has uncovered significant geographical and temporal variations in histological subtypes.
7 Feb 2025
Circulating cAMP Identified as Potential Asthma Biomarker
New research suggests that elevated circulating cAMP levels could serve as a potential biomarker for asthma.
5 Feb 2025
Low Vitamin D Linked to Severe COPD Exacerbations
Vitamin D deficiency is strongly associated with an increased risk of severe acute exacerbations in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
3 Feb 2025
Air Pollution Drives Lung Cancer Mortality Despite Smoking Decline
New research reveals shifting patterns in lung cancer mortality, with declining smoking rates offset by rising deaths linked to air pollution.
1 Feb 2025
Breaking Barriers: Why COPD Diagnosis Is Often Delayed
A new qualitative study conducted in France highlights the multiple obstacles patients face before receiving a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease diagnosis.
30 Jan 2025
Allergic Rhinitis Medication May Improve Asthma Control
A systematic review of 33 randomised controlled trials has found that conventional treatments for allergic rhinitis may also improve asthma outcomes in patients with both conditions.
28 Jan 2025
IPF Gene Variant May Protect Lungs Post-COVID-19
A recent study has uncovered a new connection between genetic risk factors for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and the development of post-COVID-19 lung abnormalities.
26 Jan 2025
Xpert-Ultra Enhances Tuberculosis Diagnosis and Risk Stratification
Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra is able to enhance tuberculosis diagnosis and stratify transmission risk, offering a powerful tool for clinicians.
24 Jan 2025
New Nomogram Simplifies Diagnosis of Cough Variant Asthma
With traditional bronchial provocation tests often inaccessible in clinical settings, this predictive nomogram offers a practical alternative to assist clinicians.
22 Jan 2025
New Decision Tool Improves COPD Outcomes While Reducing Antibiotics
The Prospector calculator reduces antibiotic use by nearly half in COPD exacerbations, showing promise for safer and more effective patient care.
20 Jan 2025
Blood Marker Predicts 5-Year Mortality in Patients With COPD
A high blood NMLR is linked to increased 5-year mortality in COPD patients, highlighting its role as a key prognostic tool.
14 Jan 2025
Home High-Flow Therapy Offers Promise for COPD Recovery
Home high-flow therapy improves recovery for COPD patients after severe exacerbations, showing potential for better symptom control and reduced readmissions.
12 Jan 2025
New Human Metapneumovirus Strains Linked to Respiratory Infections in Children
A recent outbreak in India identified new hMPV strains, A2.2.1 and A2.2.2, highlighting the evolving threat of paediatric respiratory infections.
10 Jan 2025
Innovative Valve Treatment Shows Potential for Patients With Emphysema
Combined valve implantation in the right upper and middle lobes shows promise for severe emphysema, with significant benefits for heterogeneous cases.
8 Jan 2025
Global Lung Cancer Risk: Men and Wealthy Nations Hit Hardest
1 in 28 people globally will develop lung cancer, with men and wealthy nations at greatest risk, highlighting urgent healthcare disparities.
6 Jan 2025
Body Composition Changes Affect Lung Health in Adults
Changes in muscle-to-fat ratio affect lung function and airflow obstruction, highlighting the importance of body composition in respiratory health.
31 Dec 2024
Blood Eosinophils and IL-8 Linked to Lung Decline in Asthma
Rising blood eosinophil counts and high sputum IL-8 levels predict accelerated lung function decline in asthma, highlighting key biomarkers for monitoring.
30 Dec 2024
Lung Clearance Index Shows ETI Benefits in Cystic Fibrosis
LCI detects lung function improvements in cystic fibrosis patients on ETI therapy, even when FEV1 changes are minimal, highlighting its clinical value.
28 Dec 2024
Lung Cancer Deaths Drop, but Inequities Remain
Lung cancer deaths among CLRD patients have declined, but older adults, rural areas, and White men remain disproportionately affected.
23 Dec 2024
GLI Criteria Reduce COPD Misclassification in Older Smokers
GLI spirometry criteria reduce COPD misclassification in older smokers, ensuring accurate diagnosis and preventing unnecessary treatments.
21 Dec 2024
Gut Microbiome During COVID-19 Infection Predicts Long COVID Risk
New research highlights the predictive power of gut microbiome profiles during acute COVID-19 infection in identifying individuals at risk for Long COVID.
19 Dec 2024
Low Birth Weight Linked to Increased COPD Risk
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.
17 Dec 2024
Asthma Is a Significant Comorbidity in Children with Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia
A study reveals a strong link between primary ciliary dyskinesia and asthma in children.
15 Dec 2024
Prenatal Exposure to Phenols Linked to Increased Asthma Risk 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.
13 Dec 2024
Neighbourhood Disadvantage Tied to Worse Outcomes in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Living in disadvantaged neighbourhoods worsens lung function and raises mortality risk for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis patients, especially those with milder disease, according to a new study.
11 Dec 2024
Patient-Reported Asthma Symptoms Provide Insights for Tailored Treatments
New research highlights how patient-reported asthma symptoms can reveal underlying disease mechanisms, paving the way for personalised treatments.
9 Dec 2024
Recognising Rib Fracture Patterns That Signal Higher Hemothorax Risk
Doctors should monitor thoracic trauma patients with lateral or posterior rib fractures, displacement, or multiple fractures closely for haemothorax risk, a study recommends.
7 Dec 2024
When Humidity Hurts: The Hidden Risk to Lung Health
New insights from a large-scale study reveal how humidity influences respiratory health, offering both protective benefits and potential risks to lung function.
5 Dec 2024
Alcohol Increases Tuberculosis Risk in Diabetes Patients: How Much Is Too Much?
Alcohol’s role in TB risk among diabetics: Moderate drinking may reduce risk, but heavy consumption sharply increases it, particularly for smokers.
3 Dec 2024
Young Adults with Metabolic Syndrome at Higher Risk of COPD
Young adults with metabolic syndrome face a significantly increased risk of COPD development, emphasizing the importance of early monitoring and prevention.
1 Dec 2024
Acute Exacerbations: A Deadly Challenge in Progressive Pulmonary Fibrosis
Acute exacerbations significantly worsen survival in progressive pulmonary fibrosis, urging a need for targeted management strategies.
29 Nov 2024
Asthma’s Hidden Link to Bronchiectasis
Asthma increases the risk of bronchiectasis, with sinusitis and eosinophilic inflammation acting as mediators, according to a new genetic study.
Loading posts...
« Previous
1
…
25
26
27
28
29
…
49
Next »
We’ve noticed you’re accessing
from
North/South America.
View
View