Category: Disorders & Diseases

Disorders & Diseases

Experimental Therapy for Rare ALS Tested

Mayo Clinic researchers reported early findings from an experimental treatment designed for a single patient with a rare genetic form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Disorders & Diseases

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

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

Gene Variant Reduced Benefit of Pediatric Asthma Drug

A study indicates pediatric asthma patients with a common gene variant may experience diminished response to mepolizumab during viral infections.

Infectious Diseases

ALA Urges RSV Vaccination for High-risk Older Adults

October is RSV Awareness Month, and the American Lung Association is promoting an educational initiative highlighting the threat of severe illness and hospitalization in older Americans.

Critical Care

Sepsis ImmunoScore Diagnostic Added at Sinai Hospital

The Sepsis ImmunoScore is the first sepsis artificial intelligence diagnostic tool authorized by the FDA and uses patient data to assess risk within 24 hours.

Cardiopulmonary & Thoracic

15+ Million Americans Live in Counties Without General Surgeons

There are 1,180 US counties without a general surgeon, and more than 15 million Americans reside in these areas.

Sleep Medicine

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.