Respiratory

UCLA researchers use lipid nanoparticles to insert full CFTR gene into airway cells, restoring function and opening new avenues for CF therapy.

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.

Lung cancer in never smokers is rising, with distinct risks and biology, highlighting the need for tailored screening, prevention, and treatment.

A new study finds adults consuming more sugary drinks have higher odds of COPD, highlighting links between diet, lung health, and overall wellbeing.

New registry data show bronchiectasis affects multiple alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency genotypes, not just Pi*ZZ, with key implications for screening.

Global research shows asthma microbiome and airway inflammation differ by region, but neutrophilic asthma shows consistent bacterial patterns.

Residential wood burning contributes substantially to winter PM2.5 pollution in the USA, linked to thousands of premature deaths.

A large meta-analysis identifies patient, clinical, and biochemical factors linked to early mortality in septic shock, helping clinicians stratify risk.