New COPD injection targets proteins in body to reduce inflammation
For the first time, patients have received a new injection for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), thanks to research by King's College London.
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Respiratory Tract Diseases: News and Research on Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive
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Gaps in wildfire smoke education highlight need to better protect vulnerable populations
Wildfire smoke can trigger breathing problems and flare-ups for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), yet many people are not receiving the trusted health information they need to stay safe, according ...
Jun 23, 2026
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Respiratory symptoms in people with COPD worsen when walking in areas with high levels of black carbon
Physical activity, particularly walking, is a common recommendation for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, carrying out this activity in polluted areas may increase exposure to airborne contaminants. ...
Jun 18, 2026
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Americans' ability to afford health care falls to 5-year low
New research released from the West Health-Gallup Center on Healthcare in America finds that fewer than half of Americans (49%) are considered "Cost Secure," meaning they can consistently afford health care and prescription ...
Jun 18, 2026
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Targeting delivery to the lungs: Inhaled vitamin D could be new strategy
People with chronic lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and cystic fibrosis tend to have low vitamin D levels, and these low levels are linked to worse respiratory health outcomes. This ...
Jun 15, 2026
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Vaping e-cigarettes leads to early signs of lung disease in young adults
A product that was introduced as a safer alternative to smoking is causing lung and cardiovascular damage in young adults, according to new University of Alberta research published today.
Jun 9, 2026
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Can 'grip strength' exercises actually help you live longer?
If you follow wellness channels on social media, you might've come across the claim that your grip strength—or how firmly you can squeeze something with your hands—can predict how long you will live.
Jun 6, 2026
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Review exposes major inequalities in outcomes of community-acquired pneumonia in intensive care units
A scientific review published in the NEJM Evidence journal, coordinated by the D'Or Institute for Research and Education (IDOR), evaluated outcomes of adults with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) admitted to intensive care ...
May 27, 2026
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Study finds outcomes for lung conditions worse at private equity-owned hospitals
A large study presented at the 2026 ATS International Conference shows that patients treated for COPD or pneumonia experience worse outcomes across several important measures when they are treated at hospitals that have been ...
May 19, 2026
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Clinical trial shows tezepelumab controls asthma in diverse patient population
The drug tezepelumab was shown to significantly reduce exacerbations in people with severe asthma in clinical trials. Now, a new study presented at the 2026 ATS International Conference shows that it is also safe and effective ...
May 18, 2026
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