Infants and children who have severe cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) before age 2 are likely to have changes to their lung structure and function that could affect respiratory health later ...

A 3D reconstruction of a mouse lung four days after infection with fluorescent Sendai virus reveals widespread virus presence (red) and active replication (green). A study by researchers at WashU ...

Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to every other organ, and blood-forming stem cells must make about 200 billion new red blood cells each day to keep the oxygen flowing. The human body is ...

Cold air can irritate the airways that carry air into the lungs, potentially causing symptoms like coughing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing.

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- COVID-19 can move through your system and have you dependent on ventilators in a matter of hours. That's not an exaggeration. Hernan Alvarado, the Director of Respiratory ...

The National Lung Health Initiative aims to put these two breathing organs front and centre in health policy and awareness.

Your diet significantly impacts lung health, influencing inflammation and breathing. Avoiding processed meats, salty foods, sugary drinks, fried items, dairy, sulfites, and salicylates can improve ...

Partying is a beloved pastime for many, offering a chance to unwind, socialize, and celebrate. However, the environments we choose to party in can significantly impact our health. One of the most ...

Boosting lung health during extreme pollution is not about forcing more air in; it is about learning to release better ...