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American Lung Association Provides Support to Bipartisan Clean Air Bill
The legislation would reduce sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and mercury emissions over the next decade.
3/11/2010

Light Smokers with Genetic Variant Face Increased Lung Cancer Risk
Even non-smokers exposed to second-hand smoke and with a family history of the disease should be monitored for early detection.
3/10/2010

Researchers Hope Web-Based Asthma Management Program Helps Rural Teens
Teens suffering from asthma and living in rural Georgia counties will take part in an asthma management program designed to help them better control their disease.
3/9/2010

Study Finds Lack of Asthma Controller Medications Contributed to Out-of-Hospital Deaths
A review of medical records from 22 out-of-hospital asthma deaths in Milwaukee found that the majority of the patients had been using single-agent corticosteroid inhalers.
3/8/2010

CDC Study Shows Increased Prevalence of Psychological Disorders in Asthma Sufferers
Serious psychological disorders, including anxiety and depression, are twice as common in adults with asthma than in the general population.
3/5/2010

Study Finds CT Scan Cost-Effective for Screening Women for LAM
Women presenting with a spontaneous collapsed lung would benefit from screening for LAM.
3/4/2010

Long-Acting Beta-Agonists Most Effective Step-Up Therapy for Children with Asthma
Study finds a LABA step-up treatment may be the most effective for children whose asthma is not well controlled.
3/3/2010

Survey Finds Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm Common in Asthma Patients
The findings suggest patients are unaware of the condition and possible preventative treatment options that can improve their level of activity.
3/2/2010

Analysis Shows SYMBICORT Aids in Airflow Obstruction Reversibility in COPD Patients
The additional post-hoc analysis of data shows that SYMBICORT helps patients with the most severe COPD breathe better.
3/1/2010

ResMed Introduces S9 Series Flow Generators
The new series combines a new design and improved technologies for CPAP patients and clinicians.
2/26/2010

Philips Respironics Launches Webinar Series for Home Respiratory and Sleep Therapy Professionals
The free online learning series covers the latest clinical findings, as well as product and program reviews and business tips.
2/25/2010

Cincinnati Researchers Awarded Grant to Study Interstitial Lung Disease
The grant will be used to help physicians more efficiently diagnose and treat ILD patients with autoimmune diseases.
2/24/2010

FDA Calls for New Warnings on Long-Acting Beta Agonists in Treating Asthma
The new requirements say LABAs should not be used alone for the treatment of asthma in children or adults.
2/23/2010

African Americans' Attitudes About Lung Cancer Interfere With Prevention and Treatment
A new survey may help explain racial disparities in lung cancer treatment outcomes.
2/22/2010

Mayo Clinic Performs Its First Donation After Cardiac Death Lung Transplantation
Mayos first lung transplant from DCD organ procurement expands the number of potential organs available to patients with end-stage lung disease.
2/19/2010

Latino Parents of Asthmatic Children May Need Different Approach to Quit Smoking
A new study finds Latino parents of asthmatic children are more likely to quit smoking with a culturally-tailored intervention program.
2/18/2010

Research Shows Excellent Survival Rate for Stage-I SCLC Lobectomy Patients
Study finds patients with stage-I small cell lung cancer who undergo a lobectomy have an excellent survival rate without additional treatment.
2/17/2010

Pipe and Cigar Smoking Linked to Decreased Lung Function
Researchers link pipe and cigar smoking to decreased lung function, a major cause of COPD.
2/16/2010

Defective Signaling Pathway Identified in Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Researchers identify defective signaling pathway in patients with cystic fibrosis that could lead to new treatment options.
2/15/2010

Slight Survival Benefit Seen with High-Intensity End-of-Life Approaches
Patients admitted to hospitals with high-intensity approaches to end-of-life care live longer than those admitted to hospitals with average- or low-intensity approaches.
2/12/2010

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