Category: Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Half of Teachers Unaware of Asthma Inhaler Laws

Over half of teachers surveyed were unaware of state laws allowing students to carry rescue inhalers, despite these laws existing in all 50 states.

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Genetic Scoring Tool May Improve IPF Diagnosis

A study of more than 570,000 people validates a polygenic risk score to identify idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis patients at risk for severe outcomes or death.

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

FDA Expands Casgevy for Children 2+ with Sickle Cell Disease

The FDA approved the first gene therapy for children as young as 2 years old with sickle cell disease or transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia.

Asthma

Asthma Attacks May Permanently Alter Airway Tissues

Research using lung-on-a-chip technology shows that mechanical stress from asthma attacks causes tissue damage independently of inflammation.

COPD

COPD Patients Need More Education on Wildfire Smoke Risks

New research suggests COPD patients lack critical information and clinical guidance to manage respiratory risks during wildfire events.

Cystic fibrosis

CFTR Modulator Use Linked to Lower Anxiety in Children and Parents

New research suggests cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators may provide mental health benefits for pediatric patients and their caregivers early in treatment.

Pulmonary Fibrosis

Nebulized Treprostinil Preserved IPF Lung Function

Phase 3 trial results show significant reductions in clinical worsening and acute exacerbations for patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).

Allergies

Microplastics May Intensify Immune Response to Common Allergens

New research suggests that microplastic particles can bind to allergens and carry them deeper into the respiratory system.

Other Chronic Diseases

DPP-1 Inhibitors Aim to Reduce Bronchiectasis Flare-Ups

A new class of drugs offers a disease-based approach to managing non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis by targeting airway inflammation.