A basic review of the anatomy, physiology and personal protective equipment related to the respiratory system.

Water-soluble inorganic (WSI) ions are major components of ambient air PM2.5 (particulate matter of diameter ≤2.5 μm); however, their potential health effects are understudied. On C57BL/6 mice, we ...

Scientists are making headway in pinpointing the cause of the condition reported in more than a dozen states. Here’s what we know so far about the illness—and how to protect your pet.

Regeneron and Sanofi are committed to helping patients in the U.S. who are prescribed Dupixent gain access to the medicine and receive the support they may need with the DUPIXENT MyWay® program. For ...

Respiratory therapists care for patients with heart and lung problems. They often treat people who have asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, cystic fibrosis or sleep apnea; and they also have ...

Institute of Child Health and Human Development, National Institutes of Health, University of the Philippines-Manila, Manila, Philippines; Background: Nasopharyngeal (NPS) and oropharyngeal (OPS) swab ...

A home appliance company whose window air conditioners were chosen as the New York Times’ best units has recalled 1.7 million of the devices due to possible mold growth leading to sickness.

1.7 Million Air Conditioners Recalled Over Risk of Respiratory Issues. Published Jun 05, 2025 at 2:20 PM EDT. By . Mandy Taheri is a Newsweek reporter based in Brooklyn.

Saharan dust and wildfire smoke lowering air quality, could cause respiratory issues by: Trevor Sonnier. Posted: Jun 4, 2025 / 09:38 PM CDT. Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 07:37 AM CDT.

Kim, C., Ahmed, J.A., Eidex, R.B., et al. (2011) Comparison of nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs for the diagnosis of eight respiratory viruses by real-time reverse transcription-pcr assays. PLoS ...