Pulmonary

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Mepolizumab reduces systemic corticosteroid exposure in COPD patients

The treatment was particularly effective in high-dose courses among those with type 2 inflammation.

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Study reveals BMI's limitations in predicting COPD risk

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Hidden immune cell unlocks novel treatment approach

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July 21, 2026

The hidden burden of comorbidities in severe asthma care

October 29, 2026

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Identifying lung cancer a decade early

October 22, 2026

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First approved pediatric pulmonary heart valve

October 22, 2026

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Pulmonary drug market forecast

Pulmonary drug market forecast

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Advocate for better air

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CDC vaccine schedules

Researchers launch $1.6 million study on ginger as potential asthma therapy

Exploring “food as medicine” may complement traditional treatments and support disease prevention and management.

October 21, 2026

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Scientists uncover key driver of severe asthma inflammation in Black children

Race remains a strong link to severe asthma even after accounting for social and environmental disparities.

October 21, 2026

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Global burden of COPD-associated heart failure is on the rise

A review of data from the Global Burden of Disease Study found China has the highest national burden, and worldwide prevalence is projected to double by 2050.

October 21, 2026

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July 21, 2026

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Data add support of tozorakimab for patients with COPD

Analysis from three key trials reinforces benefits to COPD patients across all blood eosinophil counts and stages of lung function severity.

October 21, 2026

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Dosing begins in trial of novel COPD therapy

KIT2014 is an innovative, inhaled peptide therapy that was developed for COPD and other respiratory illnesses.

October 16, 2026

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Chronic respiratory disease burden on the rise in Western Pacific region

World Health Organization analysis finds COPD accounted for 75.3% of CRD-related disability-adjusted life years in 2023.

October 16, 2026

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Pulmonary drug market forecast

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Review analysis, trends and predictions for pulmonary drug delivery systems, 2026 to 2035.

July 21, 2026

Pulmonary drug market forecast

Parental anxiety, uncertainty may hinder children’s asthma control

Physicians should support parents with education, confidence-building and emotional resilience to achieve better outcomes.

October 15, 2026

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Severe asthma may affect the brain, not just the lungs

Scientists highlight growing awareness that the condition can impact other aspects of health beyond breathing difficulties.

October 15, 2026

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Mosliciguat phase 2 clinical trial yields positive results

The investigational inhaled drug shows promise for treating pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease.

October 15, 2026

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Pulmonary drug market forecast

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Review analysis, trends and predictions for pulmonary drug delivery systems, 2026 to 2035.

July 21, 2026

Pulmonary drug market forecast

What your breath could reveal about lung cancer

A breath test combined with innovative technology could aid lung cancer diagnosis.

October 15, 2026

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Common asthma gene variant may influence response to biologic therapy

Study looks closely at how the gene interacts with mepolizumab, which is often prescribed for severe pediatric eosinophilic asthma.

October 8, 2026

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AI falls short of human experts in assessing severe asthma treatment decisions

Clinical expertise remains key in managing severe asthma and delivering personalized treatment choices.

October 8, 2026

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Severe asthma may affect the brain, not just the lungs

Dosing begins in trial of novel COPD therapy

Scientists uncover key driver of severe asthma inflammation in Black children

Chronic respiratory disease burden on the rise in Western Pacific region

Parental anxiety, uncertainty may hinder children’s asthma control

What your breath could reveal about lung cancer