Category: Disorders & Diseases

Disorders & Diseases

Can a Yeast-based Universal Flu Vaccine Replace Annual Shots?

Preclinical studies on a new universal flu vaccine derived from baker’s yeast produced particles that provide broad protection against multiple influenza strains.

Disorders & Diseases

First Human Swine Flu A(H1N2)v Case Identified in China

Researchers have identified the first human case of swine influenza A(H1N2)v in mainland China, likely a domestic pig transmission to a rural child.

Disorders & Diseases

Lung Cancer Survival Rates ‘Improving for Everyone,’ National Report Reveals

The American Lung Association’s 2023 "State of Lung Cancer" report reveals improvement in five-year survival rate across the US, including for people of color.

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Azithromycin vs Roflumilast for AECOPD

A UCLA Health study compared azithromycin and roflumilast in protecting against acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD).

Infectious Diseases

Trump Administration Orders Separate MMR Vaccinations

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday that revises federal recommendations for the childhood vaccination schedule, according to multiple media reports including the AP.

Critical Care

Reducing Unplanned Extubations in the ICU

A New Jersey hospital reversed an upward trend of unplanned extubation rates and maintained the improvement for five years.

Cardiopulmonary & Thoracic

New DNA Markers May Predict Lung Cancer Recurrence

Specific circular DNA features found in blood and tissue could help clinicians identify patients at high risk for recurrence after surgery.

Sleep Medicine

Secondhand Smoke Linked to Poor Sleep Quality in Children

Secondhand tobacco smoke increased sleep interruptions in pediatric patients, even when traditional apnea measures remain unchanged.