Category: Disorders & Diseases

Disorders & Diseases

Fat Imbalance in Lung Immune Cells May Trigger Pulmonary Fibrosis

UCLA Health researchers identified lipid dysregulation within alveolar macrophages as a potential cellular trigger for pulmonary fibrosis.

Disorders & Diseases

Merck Ph3 Trial to Evaluate Ensifentrine for AECOPD

Merck has begun patient enrollment in the ENHANCE-3 clinical trial to evaluate ensifentrine (Ohtuvayre) for preventing acute exacerbations of COPD.

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

Teal Pumpkin Project Promotes Allergy-free Halloween

The Teal Pumpkin Project is hoping to provide an allergy-free Halloween to children across the United States who suffer from food allergies.

Infectious Diseases

Cell Death Pathway Linked to Tuberculosis Lung Damage

New research on how infected immune cells die reveals potential targets to protect lung tissue from severe respiratory infection.

Critical Care

Wildfire-related Power Shutoffs May Increase Respiratory Risks

Preemptive electrical power shutoffs intended to prevent wildfires are associated with increased emergency visits and hospitalizations, especially when smoke is present.

Cardiopulmonary & Thoracic

10 Strategies to Increase Radon Testing and Prevent Lung Cancer

The American Lung Association highlights 10 practical strategies to boost radon test kit use, return rates, and residential mitigation.

Sleep Medicine

CHLA Offers Sleep Apnea Implant for Down Syndrome Teens

The Inspire hypoglossal nerve stimulation device provides an alternative for eligible adolescents with Down syndrome who cannot tolerate CPAP.