Common Respiratory Viruses May Accelerate ALS Progression
Study shows immune responses to flu and COVID-19 trigger lasting inflammation in the spine, hastening onset/progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Category: Disorders & Diseases
Disorders & Diseases
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Disorders & Diseases
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US Facing Shortage of Thoracic Surgeons
A national analysis warns that surgeon supply will fall short of patient demand, with thoracic surgery and rural healthcare delivery facing steep deficits.
Disorders & Diseases
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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
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Cryospray Improved Chronic Bronchitis Symptoms
Patients with chronic bronchitis experienced better quality of life and fewer severe hospitalizations after Metered CryoSpray (MCS) therapy.
Infectious Diseases
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RSV Monoclonal Antibodies Highly Effective in Infants
Global analysis of more than 60,000 RSV viral sequences reveals that resistance to monoclonal antibodies remains rare.
Critical Care
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School Substance Exposures Surge Among K-8 Students
Reported cases of intentional substance exposures at school have surged among elementary and middle school students, while high school adolescents faced more severe medical outcomes.
Cardiopulmonary & Thoracic
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Chest Wall Injury Solution Now Available
Chest Wall Innovations commercially launched its PC Fix Rib Fixation System, designed to treat patients suffering from traumatic chest injuries.
Sleep Medicine
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How Are Snoring Sounds Created? Upper Airway Simulation Explains
New 3D modeling reveals that unsteady airflow over the soft palate drives loud snoring sounds, pointing toward targeted therapies.