Category: Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Diabetes Test May Misdiagnose Patients With Sickle Cell Trait

A standard laboratory assay significantly underestimates blood sugar levels in people with sickle cell trait, potentially leading to widespread underdiagnosis of diabetes.

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Twice-yearly COPD Biologic Begins Trial

Windward Bio is evaluating WIN378, a monoclonal antibody designed for twice-yearly dosing in patients with moderate-to-severe COPD.

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Last Polio Patient Using Iron Lung Passes Away in Oklahoma

Martha Lillard, who was diagnosed with polio at age 5, passed away at the age of 78 after using an iron lung device for over seven decades.

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

Cystic Fibrosis Care Still Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

New data shows that patient visits and lung function tests for cystic fibrosis have not returned to 2019 levels despite new treatments and telehealth options.

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

Fifth Annual World Bronchiectasis Day Set for July 1

Global organizations unite to raise awareness and improve care for more than 1 million people living with bronchiectasis.