Pulmonology
News
FDA issues warning for CDK 4/6 inhibitors
In a review of trials and postmarket safety databases, the FDA found there were reports of serious cases of pneumonitis, including fatalities,...
Commentary
Educating teens, young adults about dangers of vaping
Clinicians must counter messages that suggest e-cigarettes are the “healthy” alternative to traditional tobacco, says Dr. Lantie Elisabeth...
News
Less CPAP time linked to exacerbation in COPD/OSA overlap syndrome
Among patients with COPD and OSA, average time of CPAP use per night was significantly higher in patients with no exacerbation.
News
Vape lung disease cases exceed 400, 3 dead
Vitamin E acetate is one possible culprit in the mysterious vaping-associated lung disease that has killed three patients, sickened 450, and...
Program Profile
Telehealth Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Patients With Severe Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
For patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a home-based, interactive telehealth program can improve accessibility to pulmonary...
News
First death from severe lung illness associated with vaping reported in Illinois
The cause for the mysterious lung illnesses has not been determined, but an infectious disease does not appear to be implicated.
News
Impact of climate change on mortality underlined by global study
One remarkable aspect of this study is its size, wrote John R. Balmes, MD, the author of an editorial on the paper.
News
Cardiovascular cost of smoking may last up to 25 years
While quitting smoking significantly reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease within five years, the elevated risk can persist for up to 25...
News
FDA approves Xenleta for community-acquired bacterial pneumonia treatment
The approval was based on results from two trials with a total of 1,289 patients.
News
FDA takes another swing at updating cigarette pack warnings
Advocates say adding new graphic warnings is long overdue, but another Big Tobacco legal challenge is possible.