Anita Kendrick, 54, from Welshpool who suffers from cystic fibrosis is raising money for a charity which tackles the condition by climbing the tallest peak in Wales every month for a year. “When I was born in 1969 not much was known about Cystic Fibrosis only that most people born would not live past their […]

The cost of end-of-life hospitalizations for lung disease is high but varies widely, averaging $29,981 per patient; this raises the question of whether lung transplantation could avert acute care costs for some patients. These were among study findings published in Chest. Researchers sought to estimate and characterize costs associated with end-of-life lung disease hospitalizations, using […]

At least 100,000 Ugandans benefitted from US support to Uganda’s end-tuberculosis effort, a new report has revealed. According to the 2023 Report to the Ugandan People, the US support to the health sector also saw nearly 10,000 newborns resuscitated, contributing to a reduction in deaths due to breathing failure at birth. Breathing failure at birth is the […]

AHMEDABAD: The city recorded a minimum temperature of 18°C on Thursday, which was 3.3 degrees above normal. Based on the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast, compared to last year’s average deviation from normal at 0.6 degrees, it is significantly higher at 3.5 degrees this year. The minimum temperature of 20°C on Feb 5 was not […]

Published: 15 Feb 2024, 22:50 PM What is Tuberculosis? Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria that primarily affects the lungs. It spreads through the air and can be deadly if left untreated. Treatment involves a combination of antibiotics taken over several months for full recovery. Tuberculosis can spread through the air. Image courtesy: […]

A wave of cough and cold is spreading across the country, the classic characteristic of which is a severe to extremely severe cough. Taking to Twitter his experience, Dr. Deepak Krishnamurthy wrote: This one cold cough virus wave in Bengaluru is very severe. I coughed so much in the night and had to take nebulizations […]

In picture: Health Minister Moses Jn Baptiste. (Moses Jn Baptiste, Facebook) Castries, Saint Lucia: The Minister of Health- Moses Jn Baptiste urged continuous vigilance of respiratory illness, despite a slight decrease in the cases. On Tuesday, he addressed the citizens and revealed that the nation reported a drop in respiratory cases. He stated that in […]

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – We’re still in the respiratory illness season and in this Avera Medical Minute, we wanted to get a pulse check on what people need to be concerned about regarding a variety of viruses going around. Family physician Dr. Chad Thury with Avera Health joins Sam Wright in this […]

A patient with coronavirus symptoms gets an x-ray scan of the lungs in Belgium. Photo / Getty Images Fears condition’s range of symptoms and link to chronic diseases will have lasting impact on health systems. Two months after contracting Covid-19 in August 2021, Heather Marti, a university programme administrator from West Virginia, began to experience […]

Colder, dry air impacts lung health, with symptoms that range from bothersome to distressing. With cold temperatures forecasted for the Houston area this weekend, a pulmonary expert with Baylor College of Medicine explains the importance of warm air during colder temps and which populations should pay close attention to forecasted temperatures. “The body has many […]

In a groundbreaking study led by virologist Juliet Morrison, it was discovered that macrophages, immune cells produced in the human body, play a pivotal role in lung health and disease. This discovery challenges the long-held perception of the pleural cavity, the fluid-filled sac around the lungs, and its impact on lung health while potentially revolutionizing […]

Tens of millions of people across the world are thought to suffer from long COVID, but four years after the pandemic was declared this elusive condition still cannot be tested for — let alone treated. However research could be finally starting to find early clues on the trail of long COVID, raising hopes of future […]

SimplyRecorded / iStockphoto Year-long sampling of dromedary camels in northern Kenya reveals biphasic (two-phase) peaks of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) and identifies more than three case clusters over 3 weeks in camels from different areas, as well as a 15% infection rate in slaughterhouse workers. For the study, published yesterday in Emerging Infectious […]

Today in JAMA Network Open, a survey of 14,767 people shows that 57% of those with post–COVID-19 condition—or long COVID—said they experienced symptoms of a cognitive (thinking) deficit daily at least 2 months following infection, as well as symptoms of depression. Only 27% with prior SARS-CoV-2 infection who did not develop post–COVID-19 condition said they […]

Having bad breath really stinks! Now, researchers from Japan report that a particular combination of bacteria in our mouths may be responsible for producing some very unpleasant smells. In a study published last month in mSystems, researchers from Osaka University revealed that the interaction between two common types of oral bacteria leads to the production […]

SimplyRecorded / iStockphoto Year-long sampling of dromedary camels in northern Kenya reveals biphasic (two-phase) peaks of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) and identifies more than three case clusters over 3 weeks in camels from different areas, as well as a 15% infection rate in slaughterhouse workers. For the study, published yesterday in Emerging Infectious […]

The Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) market is witnessing significant growth, fueled by increasing cases of COPD, amplified healthcare spending, and rising public awareness. A notable epicenter of this trend is the Asia Pacific region, where environmental pollution and an aging population contribute to the problem. The region, particularly India, ranks high in COPD mortality, […]

In the heart of Vermont, a state known for its lush landscapes and vibrant communities, a silent struggle affects nearly 9,000 young residents. Asthma, a condition that can turn the simple act of breathing into a challenge, has found a formidable opponent in the Vermont Department of Health’s ‘asthma-friendly school’ initiative. On February 12, this […]

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), a leading global healthcare company, has recently announced the successful acquisition of Aiolos Bio, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in respiratory and inflammatory conditions. The deal, which is reported to be worth up to $1.4 billion, includes a $1 billion upfront payment and up to $400 million in success-based milestone payments. This acquisition […]

Le Bonheur’s risk-based innovation program Changing High-Risk Asthma in Memphis through Partnership (CHAMP) significantly decreased health care use related to asthma by targeting barriers to asthma care, according to research published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. After one year of enrollment in the program, results analyzing 945 children included a 48% reduction […]

















