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A bacterial protein fragment called corisin drives pulmonary fibrosis by infiltrating and disrupting cells' quality-control systems, researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Mie University in Japan found ...
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Millions of people worldwide are affected by diseases that cause scarring of the lungs, often leading to breathing difficulties and reduced quality of life. Progressive scarring of the lungs can severely impair breathing ...
Aug 28, 2026
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Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is more often associated with ulcerative colitis (UC) than Crohn's disease (CD), according to a study published online July 24 in Crohn's & Colitis 360.
Aug 19, 2026
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A new report documenting California's rapidly growing silicosis epidemic among quartz countertop workers underscores the urgent need for a national effort focused on stronger surveillance, earlier diagnosis and policy interventions ...
Aug 13, 2026
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Researchers at National Jewish Health and partner institutions have discovered specific changes in immune cells in the lungs of people with sarcoidosis. Their findings help explain how this inflammatory disease develops and ...
Aug 11, 2026
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In November 2020, a Belgian racing pigeon called New Kim sold at auction for £1.44 million. The record price offered a striking insight into the money, competition and international interest surrounding pigeon fancying.
Aug 3, 2026
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Pulmonary fibrosis is a deadly disease in which scar tissue grows in the lungs, making breathing more difficult. Approximately 2,170 Australians are diagnosed annually with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a form of the ...
Jul 16, 2026
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GLP-1 agonists have become popular treatments for weight loss and type 2 diabetes, and newer studies suggest other health benefits as well. Findings from experiments on mice, published in the Journal of Virology, suggest ...
Jul 9, 2026
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Researchers have validated a genetic scoring tool that may help physicians diagnose idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and identify which patients are at greatest risk for severe outcomes, including death or the need for a lung ...
Jul 7, 2026
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Silicosis—a devastating, incurable lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust—is surging worldwide, fueled by a new wave of aggressive cases in young tradespeople working with engineered stone. Despite its growing impact, ...
Jul 6, 2026
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