PULMONARY DISEASES

Newswise — Cooking on your gas stove can emit more nano-sized particles into the air than vehicles that run on gas or diesel, possibly increasing your risk of developing asthma or other respiratory illnesses, a new Purdue University study has found. “Combustion remains a source of air pollution across the world, both indoors and outdoors. […]

In a first-of-its-kind study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, physician-scientists from the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine discovered that high-dose inhaled nitric oxide therapy may improve oxygenation and reduce the risk of mortality among critically ill Black patients with COVID-19. Acute respiratory distress […]

Matthew Pullen, MD, an assistant professor of medicine in the Division of Infectious Diseases and International Medicine at The University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, Minnesota, is no stranger to rare infectious diseases. As a member of Infection Control Today®’s (ICT®’s) Editorial Advisory Board, he offers valuable insights into the nuances of diseases like Nipah, […]

All methods were performed in accordance with the relevant guidelines and regulations. Human peripheral lung tissue collection Lung tissue was obtained from 7 patients with very severe emphysema (GOLDIV) who underwent lung volume reduction surgery, and had quit smoking for at least 6 months before the surgery. These patients were prescribed combination therapy of inhaled corticosteroids […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the Asthma and COPD Drug Market stands at the forefront, addressing the needs of millions worldwide grappling with respiratory conditions. This article delves into the current market trends, key drivers, opportunities, constraints, regional insights, and the competitive landscape, offering a comprehensive overview of this dynamic sector. Download Free Asthma […]

Cooking on your gas stove can emit more nano-sized particles into the air than vehicles that run on gas or diesel, possibly increasing your risk of developing asthma or other respiratory illnesses, a new Purdue University study has found. “Combustion remains a source of air pollution across the world, both indoors and outdoors. We found […]

AHMEDABAD: The wavering weather with minimum temperatures going from 13 degrees celsius to 20°C in five days has citizens sick, with physicians and hospitals in the city reporting high prevalence of H1N1 (swine flu) and viral infections such as Covid, Influenza A and B and adenovirus. Dr Pravin Garg, a physician, said it is unusual […]

It’s been a bad week for Covid vaccine advocates. On Monday, the Australian Senate voted by the narrowest of margins (31 to 30) that excess mortality should be investigated. This was a huge win for Victorian Senator Ralph Babet of the United Australia Party and for all Australians. After voting three times against Senator Babet’s […]

Cancer patients with metastasis are more likely to have poor outcomes of COVID-19, and the site of metastasis impacts outcomes, according to research published in Cancer. Researchers found that patients with metastatic cancer were more likely than those without metastasis to be hospitalized for COVID‐19, require supplemental oxygen, and die after developing COVID-19. Patients with […]

COVID-19 in blue and green with virus symbol (Adobe Stock 331001452 by Web Buttons Inc) A recent commentary in MedPage Today by Dr. Amesh Adalja1 may have painted an overly optimistic picture of the realities the United States is facing with COVID-19. The commentary contends that COVID-19 should be managed in “line with how other […]

Fear is rampant on social media platforms about a ‘mystery virus’ that has caused Covid-like symptoms, despite many having tested negative for the virus, as well as flu and RSV. People have described being sick for weeks on end with high fevers, nausea, trouble breathing, loss of sense of smell, and fatigue. But health experts […]

Kent med-tech manufacturer Bedfont is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with NewMed Ltd. as a joint headline sponsor for Heart of Kent Hospice. Bedfont is proud to be known as a world leader in breath analysis, specializing in designing and manufacturing breath analysis medical devices for over 47 years. Using innovative technology, Bedfont provides […]

RICHMOND HILL, ON, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Olympus Canada Inc. (OCI) announced today the expansion of its respiratory portfolio with the availability of the Spiration™ Valve System for the treatment of severe emphysema. The Spiration Valve System (SVS), previously only indicated for the treatment of prolonged air leaks, is now indicated for the treatment […]

February 28, 2024 – Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) News Release TORONTO, ON – The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL)has announced today that AIRSUPRA© (albuterol/budesonide) Inhalation Aerosol is the league’s first U.S. Founding Partner and will be the Official Pharmaceutical Brand of the PWHL in 2024. AIRSUPRA© (albuterol/budesonide) Inhalation Aerosol, is a first-in-class, fixed-dose combination […]

At the vibrant age of 24, Maggie Mac Neil boasts not only the prestigious title of Olympic champion but also the distinction of a two-time world record holder. As the anticipation builds for Paris 2024, she fervently stokes the embers of her Olympic spirit, poised for another spectacular performance on the global stage. While battling […]

Increased levels of subcutaneous and visceral fat mass at age 13 years are associated with reduced lung function in these adolescents, independent of their adiposity and body mass index (BMI) measures at 10 years of age, researchers reported in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology. Researchers sought to determine whether elevated amounts of certain abdominal fat depots […]

The Covid-19 pandemic revealed that, in a global health emergency, all the aspirational rhetoric about international cooperation didn’t mean much. Once groundbreaking Covid-19 vaccines became available a year into the pandemic, rich countries looked out for themselves and poorer countries were largely left behind. That brought recriminations, but also a pledge from the world’s nations […]

A teenager in Lancaster, California, who may have died from the coronavirus last week, was turned away from an urgent care because he did not have health insurance, the city’s mayor said. In a video posted to YouTube on Wednesday, Lancaster Mayor R. Rex Parris said the 17-year-old had been sick for a few days […]

A recent study found that individuals who survived a severe COVID-19 infection experienced lung function damage. Researchers noted that half of the participants reported experiencing shortness of breath, potentially influenced by factors such as underlying health conditions and environmental pollution. The research conducted by the Christian Medical College, Vellore, studying the effects of Covid-19 on […]