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Welcome to our specialist blog on lung health in general and issues around advancements in lung imaging. Here you will find the latest news and developments, along with thought-leading articles from top pulmonologists, radiologists, and other related professionals.

06 December 2024
4DMedical highlighted its unique technology for imaging respiratory function at the RSNA 2024 meeting. And the company is using a novel virtual reality environment to demonstrate its XV Scanner, as we learn in this Imaging Wire Show interview by Brian Casey with Greg Mogel, MD, and Tom Harris.
28 November 2024
Are you ready for non-stop walking, Chicago pizza, and the largest Radiology conference in the world? The RSNA Annual Meeting is the most anticipated event in radiology, and RSNA 2024 promises to be no exception. This year’s conference will feature cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of medical imaging, patient care,
11 November 2024
Imagine breathing in burning plastic for days and days on end. Unfortunately, that is the experience that many of our veterans have endured. The PACT Act is the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act. The Act was signed into effect by President
01 November 2024
The cardiothoracic system includes two of our most important organs, the heart and lungs. Heart health and lung health are strongly intertwined and play an enormous role in our daily health, overall body function, and ultimately, our quality of life. Preventive cardiothoracic screenings can identify issues before they become serious
25 October 2024
Wildfires are increasing in frequency, and wildfire season now spans over seven months in the Western U.S. The USDA Department of Agriculture has noticed a significant increase since the 1980s in both the frequency and duration of wildfires. The scale of the wildfire crisis in the US is staggering. In
18 October 2024
Media can act as a powerful tool to encourage health behaviors. Commercials in the early 2010s highlighting the dangers of smoking successfully reduced the rate of teen smokers in the United States. However, media has expanded far past TV commercials, and social media, blogs, and online forums can be breeding
11 October 2024
This year’s Hurricane season has been one for the record books. Those with chronic health conditions, including lung disease, may look at the news and wonder what they can do to maintain health and stay safe during times of natural disaster. The American Lung Association even put out guidelines ahead
07 October 2024
Lung imaging is pivotal in diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions, yet advancements lag behind other fields. The disparity in progress raises questions about why lung imaging technology has yet to keep pace with other medical imaging modalities. What contributes to this lag? And what are potential avenues for bridging the
20 September 2024
The cardiothoracic system includes two of our most important organs, the heart and lungs. Heart health and lung health are strongly intertwined and play an enormous role in our daily health, overall body function, and ultimately, our quality of life. Preventive cardiothoracic screenings can identify issues before they become serious

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