Category: Disorders & Diseases

Disorders & Diseases

ALA Expands Lung Cancer Clinical Trial Awareness

The American Lung Association initiative seeks to address mistrust, reduce disparities, and expand lung cancer trial participation among underrepresented patient populations.

Disorders & Diseases

Lung Cancer Patients Have Higher Levels of Microplastics in Lungs

Patients diagnosed with lung cancer demonstrated a higher prevalence and greater total burden of microplastics in their lungs compared to individuals without cancer.

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

Asthma Antiviral Nasal Spray Secures Funding for Clinical Trial

A clinical trial will evaluate a weekly dry powder nasal spray's ability to boost natural defenses and prevent asthma infections.

Infectious Diseases

FDA Approves Updated COVID-19 Vaccines for 2026-2027

Updated formulas from Pfizer, Moderna, and Novavax target the circulating XFG variant for older adults and high-risk populations.

Critical Care

Bedside Ultrasound Scan Could Predict Lung Complications After Heart Surgery

Rapid, noninvasive ultrasound scan of the thigh can identify cardiac surgery patients at elevated risk of serious pulmonary complications before symptoms appear.

Cardiopulmonary & Thoracic

Novel Surgical Approach Streamlines Lung Cancer Care

UCLA Health combines biopsy, staging, and surgery into a single session to reduce delays and improve lung cancer patient outcomes.

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.