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Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are at increased risk of nonvertebral fractures from high-dose inhaled corticosteroid treatment. Researchers also found greater acetaminophen use linked to newly diagnosed asthma in women. Air pollution exposure worsens cystic fibrosis patients' pulmonary exacerbations.
Postmenopausal hormone therapy has been associated with an increased risk of developing asthma in women, according to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. Researchers found that current use of estrogen alone was linked to a 2.29 times higher risk of new asthma diagnoses compared to non-hormone users.
Researchers found no significant effect of inhaled corticosteroid use on COPD mortality, hospitalizations, or exacerbations. An ultrasound-based screening strategy for critically ill patients with femoral catheters could add to quality-adjusted life expectancy and prevent pulmonary embolism.
Women with COPD are accounting for an increasing number of deaths due to rising smoking rates and occupational exposures. The disease was previously thought to be a male-dominated condition, but recent studies have shown that women's lung health has improved significantly over the past few decades.
A new study links workplace exposure to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), affecting three to five million people in the US. The research suggests that controlling hazardous exposures can play a significant role in reducing COPD cases.
Women's lung function improved significantly after quitting smoking, with improvements lasting longer than those of men. Cigarette smoking is a leading cause of COPD, and the study highlights the importance of quitting to reduce lung disease risk.
A study by Therese Mar found a significant association between stagnant air and respiratory deaths, as well as cardiovascular deaths. The research used wind data to analyze the effects of air pollution on mortality over a 28-year period.
Research on montelukast treatment for reactive airway disease in infants with RSV bronchiolitis shows increased symptom-free days and nights, while study on exercise capacity in COPD patients reveals it as the best predictor of mortality.
A large study found a dose-related increase in hip fracture risk among older persons using inhaled corticosteroids. High-frequency oscillation ventilation improved lung function in very low birth weight babies, reducing airway damage and improving outcomes.
Exposure to inhaled corticosteroids was associated with a decreased risk of death and longer survival in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). ICS plus salmeterol combination showed significant reduction in mortality risk.
Researchers discovered an enzyme called Hck that plays a role in activating macrophages, which form part of the immune system in the lungs. The team found that altering the enzyme led to progressive lung disease in mice, mimicking human COPD symptoms, including mucus accumulation and scarring.
A Swedish study of over 3,000 children found that living with a cat significantly reduced the risk of developing asthma. Conversely, continuing smokers showed substantially lower lung function levels, indicating severe to moderate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
A study of 2,950 children found that in utero exposure to maternal smoking was linked to asthma and wheezing, with genetic susceptibility playing a significant role. Low body weight in COPD patients is also associated with greater muscle atrophy and poorer exercise capacity.
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that specific bacterial strains are associated with flare-ups of chronic lung disease. The researchers discovered that it is not the volume of bacteria, but rather the particular strain within a species, that contributes to exacerbations.
Researchers have found that COPD patients' immune systems are unable to prevent recurrent bacterial infections due to constantly changing bacterial populations in their lungs. The study's findings may lead to the development of vaccines that can keep pace with these changes, providing new treatment options for patients.
Researchers found that inhaled corticosteroids significantly improved disease symptoms and reduced patient exacerbations in a double-blind study of COPD patients. However, ICS treatment had no effect on major inflammatory cell types or lung function in this advanced COPD population.
A new study is investigating the use of anabolic drug therapy to stimulate muscle growth and improve strength in women with emphysema and chronic bronchitis. The research, led by Dr. Richard Casaburi, aims to develop practical methods to reverse muscle dysfunction and improve quality of life.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with a 3.9% reduction in workforce participation rates, particularly among those with moderate to severe disease. Additionally, sleep-disordered breathing in mildly obese men is linked to glucose intolerance and insulin resistance.
A new study found that a single session of moderately intense exercise improves cognitive function in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), particularly in verbal fluency. The effects are cumulative, suggesting that regular physical activity is necessary to maintain mental benefits.
Research found that over 34% of ventilated patients are sexually active, with better lung function and younger age being key factors. Meanwhile, a study in Ethiopia linked home kerosene use to increased allergy risk, while another study showed nearly 40% of COPD exacerbations are caused by respiratory viruses.
Researchers found that future SIDS victims showed more frequent airway obstruction during sleep tests, with less decrease in obstructive sleep apnea as they aged. Additionally, siblings of smokers with COPD had a high probability of airflow obstruction. The study also confirmed the effectiveness of anti-IgE monoclonal antibody treatmen...
Researchers describe a new cause of respiratory failure in newborns and report a virulent Beijing strain causing a 'microepidemic' of TB on Gran Canaria Island. Exercise-induced oxidative stress may exacerbate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to studies published in the American Thoracic Society Journal.
Investigators found that children with OSAS had smaller airway volume, larger tonsil and adenoid tissue, which restricts airways. Work-related factors are linked to a higher prevalence of persistent asthma in 29% of males and 17% of females.
Research found that periodontal disease may increase a person's risk for respiratory disorders like Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Patients with poor periodontal health had nearly a one-and-a-half times greater risk of developing COPD. Improved oral health may help prevent the progression of COPD.
A recent NHLBI study found that inhaled corticosteroids do not significantly slow the progression of COPD, a disease affecting approximately 16 million Americans. However, patients treated with inhaled corticosteroids did experience fewer respiratory symptoms and improved lung sensitivity.
Research published in Thorax found that COPD rates in women have almost doubled over the past decade. The study analyzed data from over 4 million patients and found significant increases in COPD cases among older women. Despite this, women with severe COPD tend to survive longer than men with similar severity.
A study found that elderly COPD patients who use inhaled steroids can significantly reduce their rehospitalization and death risk. Additionally, postmenopausal women are more likely to develop sleep apnea and have a severe form of the condition. Meanwhile, researchers discovered age bias in lung cancer treatment, with older patients be...