Pulmonary hypertension, a serious condition where blood pressure in the heart-to-lung system is too high, has long been a challenge to treat. But there's new hope on the horizon. A recent study has shown that a drug called sotatercept can make a big difference for people newly diagnosed with this co
People with COPD often face many health challenges. One big issue is sitting too much. A recent study looked at how much sitting time could predict early death in these individuals. Researchers checked three different levels of inactivity. They found that sitting for more than 8. 5 hours a day was a
Nestled just a short drive from the hustle of downtown McKinney, there's a special place that many locals don't even know about. The Thuong Hanh Buddhist Monastery sits quietly on a grassy hill, surrounded by trees, offering a peaceful escape from everyday life. It's a place where people from all wa
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common but often misunderstood condition affecting millions of women. It can cause a range of symptoms, from irregular periods and weight gain to infertility and mental health struggles. For years, treatments have been limited, but a new class of drugs originall
Heart conditions can mess with how blood moves around the body. One such condition is Fontan circulation. It's a special setup for people born with heart defects. Normally, the heart has four chambers, but in some cases, doctors create a Fontan circulation to help make up for missing parts. This cha
Mario Cazzola has taken on a new role as an honorary editor for the journal Pulmonary Pharmacology & Therapeutics. This is a big deal because it means he gets to help shape the future of research in this field. But what does this really mean for the world of respiratory medicine? First, let's talk
Ever wonder why your body gets better at delivering oxygen during a workout? It turns out there's a specific moment when things shift. This moment is linked to how your blood carries and releases oxygen. Scientists looked at old data from 1994. They used new tools to study how oxygen, carbon dioxid
In a remarkable case, a 68-year-old patient, who follows the Jehovah's Witness faith, faced a tough health challenge. This person had a condition called chronic pulmonary thromboembolism, which means they had blood clots in their lungs. They also had other health issues, making their situation more
Chemicals lurking in everyday items can wreak havoc on your body's natural processes. These sneaky substances, known as endocrine disruptors, are found in various products, from plastics to pesticides. They mess with your hormones, which are like messengers in your body, telling different parts what
Premature babies often face serious lung problems. One big issue is bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), which happens when there's too much oxygen. Scientists are trying to understand how this happens at a tiny level, focusing on something called epigenetics. Epigenetics is like a switch that turns g
