New Research Reveals How E-Cigarettes Affect the Lungs
New research published in The FASEB Journal indicates that e-cigarettes can cause cellular and molecular changes in the lungs. Specifically, prolonged inhalation of e-cigarette aerosols by…
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Researchers Uncover New Negative Effects of Vaping
A preclinical study recently published by researchers at Lawson Health Research Institute and Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry suggests that vaping may…
Doctors Warn of Relatively Little Known Hazard Linked To Open Water Swimming
Older age, swimming long distances, cold water, and female sex are among the risk factors. Often occurs in those who are otherwise fit and healthy,…
Long-COVID’s Effects Can Now Be Detected Using Simple Chest X-Rays
Scientists create a new model to detect COVID-19’s effects using 2D chest X-rays. For patients dealing with lingering respiratory symptoms from COVID-19, a traditional chest…
Smoking Marijuana May Be Worse for Lungs Than Smoking Cigarettes
Emphysema More Common in Marijuana Smokers Than Cigarette Smokers According to new research, airway inflammation and emphysema are more common in marijuana smokers than cigarette…
Research Shows Emphysema More Common in Marijuana Smokers Than Cigarette Smokers
Researchers have found marijuana smokers have a higher rate of emphysema and airway diseases compared to cigarette smokers. The findings, from the University of Ottawa…
Long COVID-19 May Stem From an Overactive Immune Response in the Lungs
Long COVID-19 and other chronic respiratory conditions after viral infections may stem from an overactive immune response in the lungs. Shortly after the beginning of…
A Puzzling Mystery: Why Do Salamanders Lose Their Lungs?
Despite lung loss in adults for millions of years, lungless salamanders develop lungs as embryos. For many vertebrates, including humans, their lungs are essential. Four…
Scientists Thought a Bacteria Was Harmless – They Were Wrong
An international study led by Singapore scientists discovers bacteria previously thought harmless can worsen existing lung disease. A team of international scientists has discovered that…
Worse Than Smoking – Bad Sleep Can Worsen Lung Disease
Some lung disease patients do worse than others. Could sleep be the cause? According to a study conducted by University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)…
Biochemistry Breakthrough May Soon Have Asthmatics Breathing Easier
Scientists have discovered differences in the biochemistry of asthmatic and non-asthmatics — which could lead to more effective treatments. An important discovery that could lead…
AI Diagnostic Tool Helps Doctors Visualize Post-COVID Lung Damage
New tool reveals hidden features on chest scan images. A new computer-aided diagnostic tool developed by King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) scientists…
Preventing Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension – An Incurable Disease
UC San Diego researchers describe an imbalance of opposing cell signals that cause deadly disease, and how a novel monoclonal antibody therapy might treat or…
New Cell Type Discovered Deep in Human Lungs – With Regenerative Properties
Findings shine light on underpinnings of COPD, pave new direction for future research on treatments. A new type of cell that resides deep within human…
Experimental Drug Could Help People With Asthma, COPD, Cystic Fibrosis and Cancer-Related Lung Disease
Experimental drug reduces airway mucus that exacerbates common lung diseases. A multicenter research team co-led by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center developed the…
Long COVID Linked to Lasting Disease of the Small Airways in the Lungs
Disease of the small airways in the lungs is a potential long-lasting effect of COVID-19, according to a new study published in the journal Radiology….
Anti-Inflammatory Compound From Eucalyptus Trees Effective at Treating Lung Damage in Sheep Model
University of Melbourne-led research has shown the flavonoid pinocembrin, derived from Australian eucalyptus trees, has strong anti-inflammatory properties and could be safe and effective at…
Researchers Find Hundreds of New Proteins That May Influence Cystic Fibrosis
Researchers at the University of Toronto have identified hundreds of new proteins that could play a role in cystic fibrosis, and which may shed light…
