Respiratory
Longevity and Age Management
Statins reduce risk of dying from pneumonia
Study results suggest that people who are taking statins are more likely to survive if they are hospitalized with pneumonia. ... Continue Reading
Electronic nose detects pneumonia
British scientists have developed an electronic nose capable of identifying potentially-fatal strains of pneumonia by "smelling" a patient’s breath. ... Continue Reading
CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccine for smokers
The CDC’s vaccine advisory committee has decided that all adult smokers should receive the pneumococcal vaccine. ... Continue Reading
Pneumonia vaccine halves heart attack risk
Recent study results suggest that being vaccinated against pneumonia may dramatically reduce the risk of heart attack. ... Continue Reading
Lung disease drugs more than double risk of heart attack and stroke
A review of 17 randomized trials of two drugs commonly used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) has found that they dramatically increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death from cardiovascular causes. ... Continue Reading
Acetaminophen linked to asthma in adults and children
Two recently published studies have linked regular use of acetaminophen in adults and children to a significantly increased risk of developing asthma. ... Continue Reading
Broccoli may help to protect against lung disease
New research has found that a chemical found in broccoli may help to protect against chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a leading cause of death, illness, and disability in the US. ... Continue Reading
Air pollution can "damage heart"
The inhalation of pollution in the air can damage more than just the lungs as the heart and blood vessels could also be at risk, it has been asserted. ... Continue Reading
Sleep apnea increases mortality risk
An 18-year study has discovered a link between sleep apnea and an increased risk of death. ... Continue Reading
Smoking bans improve health
Recent smoking bans in workplaces and restaurants have had a positive impact on the public's health, according to new research. ... Continue Reading
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