Common TB Vaccine Associated With Lower Lung Cancer Rates
In 60-year follow-up, significantly lower lung cancer rates seen for those with childhood BCG vaccination.
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ACAAI: Family History of Cancer Risk Factor for Childhood Asthma
More than 20% of those with family history of cancer had childhood asthma.
Effect of Seasonality on Asthma Exacerbations Before and After Mepolizumab
Mepolizumab reduced the number of exacerbations in patients with severe asthma, but exacerbations per month remained relatively stable throughout the year without a clear seasonal influence.
Exposure to Cleaning Products Increases Risk for COPD in Nurses
Researchers sought to identify the association between disinfectants and cleaning products with the incidence of COPD in nurses.
Depression Linked to Increased Clinical Burden, Hospitalization Risk in COPD
Depression is linked to increased clinical burden in patients with COPD.
Close to 1900 Cases of Vaping-Linked Lung Illness Reported, CDC Says
The number of Americans stricken with a severe, sometimes fatal lung illness tied to vaping has now reached 1888.
How Do Seasonal Variants Affect Outcomes, Costs in COPD?
Researchers conducted a retrospective analysis to identify seasonal variations in outcomes for COPD exacerbation admissions and the effect on healthcare resource utilization.
Evidence for Use of Cannabinoids to Treat Mental Disorders Lacking
There is little evidence to suggest that cannabinoids improve mental disorders.
First Use of Flavored Tobacco Linked to Subsequent Use
First use of menthol, mint, or other flavored cigarette vs nonflavored cigarette tied to later cigarette use.
CHEST: Flu Shots Benefit Patients Hospitalized With Pneumonia
Study shows that in-hospital influenza vaccination may lower costs, risk for readmission or death.
Risk for Pulmonary Embolism Elevated for up to 18 Weeks After Surgery
Current guidelines recommend 5 weeks of postoperative prophylactic anticoagulation, but a new study suggests the duration of this treatment ought to be extended.
CDC Releases Clinical Guidance on E-Cigarette Lung Injury
Guidelines highlight importance of asking patients about e-cigarette, or vaping, use in nonjudgmental way.
Close to 1300 Cases of Vaping-Linked Illness Now Identified
And, 26 vaping-related deaths across 21 states have now been reported.
Association Between Daytime Sleepiness and Unhealthy Life Habits in Adolescents
Late chronotype and daytime sleepiness are associated with unhealthy life habits, including consumption of alcohol and caffeinated beverages and smoking high school students.
Acute Respiratory Viral Illness Surveillance Possible in Long-Term Care
Data revealed many health care personnel who reported an illness said they worked when sick.
Bill Aims to Limit Nicotine in E-Cigarette Products
Bill would restrict nicotine content to a maximum of 20 mg/mL.
Asthma-Related ED Use Up for Children With Anxiety, Depression
Children with asthma and anxiety, depression, or both have increased rates of asthma-linked ED use.
CDC:Humans Can Contract Tuberculosis From Deer
Anyone working closely with animals that might carry the infection should be screened for tuberculosis.
Inhaler Misuse in Asthma and COPD: Undoing 40 Years of Incorrect Technique
Challenges pertaining to the correct use of inhalers for asthma and COPD can limit the effectiveness of treatment.
Secondhand Smoke Exposure in Childhood Increases Atrial Fibrillation Risk
Researchers sought to determine whether parental smoking is a risk factor for atrial fibrillation among offspring by evaluating data on offspring cohort participants who had known smoking parents in the original cohort of the multigenerational Framingham Heart Study.
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