Food additives linked to lung cancer

New research suggests that inorganic phosphates, commonly used food additives found in a variety of processed foods including meat, cheese, drinks, and bread products, may increase the risk and accelerate the spread of lung cancer. ... Continue Reading

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 adults 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

Genetic conditions linked to lung disease

Non-smokers are still at risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in their 30s, experts warn. ... 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 disease (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

Sleep apnea increases mortality risk

An 18-year study has discovered a link between sleep apnea and an increased risk of death. ... Continue Reading