Pulmonology
Conference Coverage
Long-term heavy smoking quadruples likelihood of lung cancer vs. less heavy smoking
A new report offers more insight into the connection between cumulative smoking levels and lung cancer.
Conference Coverage
Type of insurance linked to length of survival after lung surgery
Having public or a combination of public and private insurance was associated with worse 10-year overall survival.
From the Journals
Genetic analysis shows causal link of GERD, other comorbidities to IPF
Three of the comorbidities that were examined appeared causally associated with an increased risk of IPF.
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Dupilumab moves forward as possible COPD treatment
Phase 3 data support dupilumab’s bid to become the first FDA-approved biologic for the treatment of COPD.
From the Journals
Tofacitinib may have possible protective effect against ILD in RA
“Most of the biologic therapies had similar rates of developing ILD, but the JAK inhibitor tofacitinib had a reduced risk,” said study first...
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eNose knows S. aureus in children with cystic fibrosis
A cloud-connected electronic nose technology distinguished Staphylococcus aureus with an accuracy of 74%.
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Exercise capacity and QOL linked to significant survival benefit with endobronchial valves
Independent of pulmonary function, improvement in exercise capacity and quality of life after lung volume reduction using endobronchial valves...
Opinion
COVID can mimic prostate cancer symptoms
“I had none of those previously reported experiences that could suddenly trigger a spike in PSA.”
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Depression tied to inflammation and survival in lung cancer
A new study’s findings underscore the importance of assessing and treating depression in patients with cancer, particularly given the high rate of...
Opinion
What’s the ‘secret sauce’ to help patients move more?
When surveyed about aerobic exercise and strength training, only 24.6% meet weekly recommendations.