Category: Disorders & Diseases

Disorders & 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.

Disorders & Diseases

Armed Conflict Drives Measles Outbreaks

A study of 193 countries reveals that armed conflict and displacement drive measles outbreaks by damaging healthcare infrastructure and socioeconomic stability.

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

CFTR Modulator Use Linked to Lower Anxiety in Children and Parents

New research suggests cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators may provide mental health benefits for pediatric patients and their caregivers early in treatment.

Infectious Diseases

Gene Cluster Produces Multiple Antibiotics to Combat Drug Resistance

A study of Streptomyces bacteria reveals a coordinated attack on bacterial biotin production, offering a new strategy against multidrug-resistant infections.

Critical Care

FDA Approves OTC Rextovy for Opioid Overdose

Rextovy, a 4 mg naloxone medication, will be available for purchase without a prescription at retail stores and online.

Cardiopulmonary & Thoracic

‘Robotic’ Lung Transplant Successful at Houston Hospital

The minimally invasive surgical approach may allow high-risk or frail patients to become candidates for lung transplantation.

Sleep Medicine

Monash, Brigham and Women’s Renew Sleep Research Partnership

The collaboration will focus on sleep and circadian medicine, including research into obstructive sleep apnea and wearable health technology.