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Varenicline Helps Young People Quit Vaping in Landmark Trial

April 2025

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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