PULMONARY DISEASES

A large study from Singapore suggests that COVID-19 infection increased the risk of new-onset cardiovascular and cerebrovascular complications during the Delta variant era and that vaccination lowered the risk. For the study, published today in Clinical Infectious Diseases, a team led by National Centre for Infectious Diseases researchers used national testing and healthcare claims databases […]

Sept. 25, 2023 — As we continue to live with COVID-19, patients and doctors will learn more about the reasons infections can range from asymptomatic to very serious. Many researchers and doctors believe inflammation is the cause of severe COVID. This is due to the virus causing a “cytokine storm” that can adversely affect the organs in a […]

The elephant in the room of this pandemic is long COVID, and doctors aren’t immune to it. A report conducted by the British Medical Association (BMA) and published in The BMJ is a worrying read: 60% of doctors with this diagnosis said that they get tired when going about their day-to-day activities. Just under 20% […]

The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with worse outcomes in mental health for adolescents, which emphasizes the need to evaluate risks and resilience at the individual and social levels, according to the results of a study published in JAMA Network Open.1 CREATIVE WONDER – stock.adobe.com The authors of the study found that in order to promote […]

Medium-term creatine supplementation appears to reduce general fatigue and other conditions related to post-Covid-19 fatigue syndrome such as loss of sense of taste, breathing difficulties, body aches, headache, and difficulties concentrating, according to research published in Food Science & Nutrition.​ The study, which examined young-to-middle-aged adults suffering from moderate post-Covid-19 fatigue syndrome, analyzed patient- and […]

Long-term prognosis in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is significantly predicted by short-term COPD re-exacerbation, according to study findings published in BMJ Open Respiratory Research. Exacerbation is a major cause of mortality among patients with COPD, but evidence linking short-term re-exacerbation following discharge and long-term prognosis is limited. Investigators in China therefore conducted […]

Homecare Oxygen Concentrators Market New York, The global homecare oxygen concentrators market was valued at USD 1.3 Billion in 2021 and it is anticipated to grow up to USD 2.5 Billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period. Homecare oxygen concentrators are medical devices designed for delivering supplementary oxygen to patients […]

We may not realize it, but we all spend a shocking amount of money on cooling and heating our houses. The average homeowner spends around 53% of its energy-related expenditures on heating and cooling. Wouldn’t it be nice to have that cash every month instead of going to your electric company? The only way to […]

New York, USA, Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Market to Witness Upsurge in Growth During the Forecast Period (2023–2032), Assesses DelveInsight | Key Companies – Genentech, GlaxoSmithKline, Regeneron, Sanofi, AstraZeneca, Mereo, Inmunotek The dynamics of the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease market are anticipated to change in the coming years owing […]

World Lung Day: Can Lifestyle Changes Keep You Safe? Poor lifestyle and environmental pollution combined, can damage our lungs. Know what precautions you must take! Written by Kinkini Gupta |Updated : September 25, 2023 7:01 PM IST Our lungs are one of the most important organs of the body. Its main job is to constantly […]

We need to remind people that any time you breathe, you are breathing something toxic into your body.” European politicians have “a clear and absolute moral responsibility” to tackle chronic levels of air pollution on the continent as toxic air is taking a toll on people’s health. This is according to Maria Neira, director of […]

EXETER, N.H.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Vapotherm, Inc. (NYSE: VAPO), a global medical technology company focused on the development and commercialization of its proprietary Vapotherm high velocity therapy® products, which are used to treat patients of all ages suffering from respiratory distress, today announced the presentation of an Investigator-initiated clinical trial, “High flow humidified oxygen as an early […]

Childhood risk factors for sleep apnoea in middle age identified in long-term study: Researchers from the University of Melbourne have been able to track childhood risk factors in developing obstructive sleep apnoea later in life, in the first longitudinal study of its kind. The study, published today in Respirology, shows some childhood exposures, such as parental […]

Whether you’re an athlete looking to boost endurance or someone who gasps for breath after a flight of stairs, we’ve got your back (and lungs)! Good lung health is a non-negotiable part of a fulfilling life. But if you are often left huffing and puffing due to environmental or health concerns, it is important you […]

It’s been a viral TikTok trend and now athletes and other high profile people have been revealing they do it too – mouth taping. This is the practice of taping your lips closed at night, in an effort to encourage breathing through your nose, as you sleep.  By doing so, advocates of the practice believe […]

PRESS RELEASE Published September 25, 2023 A ventilator is a medical device that assists individuals with breathing difficulties by delivering oxygen and removing carbon dioxide from their lungs. It helps maintain proper oxygen levels in the bloodstream and supports patients who cannot breathe adequately on their own. It is often used in critical care settings […]

With British winter looming and cases of new Covid variants, Eris and Pirola, on the rise, many people are questioning whether the UK is set to see another Covid wave. But there’s a lack of information and data about the amount of Covid infections within the population, said Dr Uys, a General Practitioner (GP) at […]

Jill Biden tested positive for Covid and is experiencing “mild symptoms”, per a 4 September statement from the White House. Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email New Covid boosters from Pfizer and Moderna are now available at pharmacies […]

Analyzing biomolecules found in the breath, scientists can detect early signs of deadly blood clots found in diseases like COVID-19, heart disease, sepsis, and more. An early sign of many diseases, small blood clots that worsen clinical symptoms are not easily detectable. Researchers have now developed a technique to track the formation of these tiny […]

Global Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Market Size 2023-2030 – Global Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Market 2023-2030 Adaptive Research Report covers a wide range of factors, including detailed information on Types [Open-Circuit SCBA, Closed-Circuit SCBA], Applications [Fire Fighting, Industrial Use, Other Use], customer needs, wants, and expectations, as well as competitor analysis, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) […]