Smoking's Effect on Lungs Similar to Cystic Fibrosis: Study
2011-10-18
Some of the same treatments might benefit smokers, cystic fibrosis patients, researchers sayContinue Reading
TB Outbreaks in Texas Schools Show Disease Still a Threat
2011-10-14
At least 100 people have tested positive for the respiratory ailmentContinue Reading
Globally, 2 Million Deaths a Year Linked to Smoky Stoves
2011-10-13
People in developing nations most at risk from fumes from cooking, heating units, experts sayContinue Reading
Use of Asthma Controller Meds on the Rise Among U.S. Kids
2011-10-13
Children’s rate of use has doubled since late 1990s, federal report saysContinue Reading
Research Sheds Light on Vitamin D's Role in Immunity
2011-10-12
It may be key in protecting people from infections like tuberculosis, study showsContinue Reading
Cold, Flu Season Poses Risks for Kids With Asthma
2011-10-08
Respiratory expert offers advice on ways to protect your childContinue Reading
Oxygenating Blood of Hospitalized H1N1 Flu Patients Saved Lives: Study
2011-10-06
Those who got the special procedure were half as likely to dieContinue Reading
Swimming Pool Chemicals Cause Thousands of Injuries: CDC
2011-10-06
Agency offers recommendations to cut down on risksContinue Reading
Omega-3 Supplements Don't Help, May Hurt ICU Patients
2011-10-05
Pneumonia, sepsis patients did worse when tube feedings were enriched with antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acidsContinue Reading
Some U.S. Parents Ignoring Vaccination Guidelines
2011-10-03
More than one in 10 opt to skip doses or delay shots, study foundContinue Reading
Halloween Trappings Can Trigger Asthma, Allergies
2011-10-01
Old costumes, moldy pumpkins and makeup preservatives can unexpectedly cause an attack, experts warnContinue Reading
Gene Variant Linked to Failure of Asthma Drug
2011-09-28
Some asthma patients found to have a variant that may contribute to a poor response to inhaled steroids, study showsContinue Reading
Child Face Mask Approved to Help Prevent Spread of Germs
2011-09-28
In hospitals and other health care settingsContinue Reading