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Understanding asthma: The surprising influence of gut bacteria

The role of specific gut microbes in asthma.

15 Nov 2023

Global study zeroes in on vaping's respiratory risks among exclusive e-cigarette users

The VERITAS study, a global cross-sectional survey, aims to isolate the effects of vaping on respiratory health by focusing exclusively on individuals who vape but have never smoked, offering unique insights into the direct consequences of e-cigarette use.

8 Nov 2023

Cruise ship cabin study reveals optimal airflow to curb virus spread

Research shows proper ventilation rates can limit virus spread in cruise cabins, with medium airflow optimizing droplet containment and air renewal.

5 Nov 2023

People may experience 'long colds' after acute respiratory infections, study finds

A new study from Queen Mary University of London, published in The Lancet's EClinicalMedicine, has found that people may experience long-term symptoms -;or 'long colds'-;after acute respiratory infections that test negative for COVID-19.

6 Oct 2023

Surrey researchers develop new rapid electronic diagnostic test for infectious diseases

A new molecular test for bacteria and viruses, including SARS-CoV-2 has been developed by scientists at the University of Surrey, as they warn that the world needs to be prepared for the next pandemic.

27 Sep 2023

Early feeding practices key to shaping lifelong oral microbiome

Research delves into the little-explored world of the infant oral microbiome, examining how early nutrition and environmental factors shape it. With implications for lifelong health, the research aims to guide future health recommendations, emphasizing the need for more longitudinal studies and advanced sequencing techniques.

26 Sep 2023

Cough analysis as a tool to predict severe pneumonia in COVID-19 patients

While most individuals impacted by COVID-19 experience milder symptoms and recover within a few weeks, the global pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to pose a significant health challenge.

21 Sep 2023

Stem cells can be used to repair damaged lung tissue in COPD patients

For the first time, researchers have shown it is possible to repair damaged lung tissue in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) using the patients' own lung cells.

12 Sep 2023

Urban living linked to increased risk of respiratory infections in young children

Young children growing up in towns and cities suffer from more respiratory infections than those who grow up in the countryside, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress in Milan, Italy.

11 Sep 2023

RSV can be life-threatening for some people: Study

Every year, respiratory syncytial viruses (RSV) cause countless respiratory infections worldwide. For infants, young children and people with preexisting conditions, the virus can be life-threatening.

4 Sep 2023

A move to cut drug prices has patients with rare diseases worried

For people with cystic fibrosis, like Sabrina Walker, Trikafta has been a life-changer.

30 Aug 2023

UCF researcher receives $3.4 million to develop new antibiotic to treat tuberculosis

A College of Medicine researcher is developing a new antibiotic related to penicillin to treat tuberculosis (TB) and related lung infections.

16 Aug 2023

Key exercises for asthmatic people help improve their lung function, finds study

Yoga and breathing control practices, in combination with aerobic training, are particularly key exercises for asthmatic people seeking to improve their lung function, a new peer-reviewed study suggests.

11 Aug 2023

The effectiveness of antimicrobial mouthwashes in reducing viral load in saliva of COVID-19 patients

Researchers assess the effectiveness of three types of mouthwash in reducing the viral load of SARS-CoV-2 in the saliva of infected individuals.

9 Aug 2023

Omicron variant resembles other respiratory viruses, posing challenges for syndromic surveillance

Researchers describe the symptom profiles of respiratory viral infections.

4 Aug 2023

Flu and COVID-19 report offers latest surveillance data and public health advice

This fortnightly flu and COVID-19 report brings together the latest surveillance data along with the latest public health advice.

21 Jul 2023

Study highlights lack of gold standard for measuring asthma control in pediatric patients

Researchers compared questionnaires assessing asthma control measures in children in primary care.

14 Jul 2023

pAQ monitor: innovative device provides real-time surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 aerosols

Researchers presented the proof-of-concept of a pathogen Air Quality (pAQ) monitor.

13 Jul 2023

Proposed PFAS rule would cost companies estimated $1B; lacks limits and cleanup requirement

A proposed federal rule calls for forcing companies to disclose whether their products contain toxic "forever" chemicals, the government's first attempt at cataloging the pervasiveness of PFAS across the United States.

10 Jul 2023

University Hospitals Birmingham partners with Qureight for lung disease research

University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) has partnered with medical technology company, Qureight, to build more diverse artificial intelligence (AI) models that accurately reflect communities; a world-first lung disease research partnership.

22 May 2023