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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.
Veterans Day
11 November 2024

On this Veterans Day…

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
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RSV - respiratory syncytial virus
01 November 2024

Understanding RSV: What You Need to Know This Fall and Winter

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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PM2.5 vs. PM10: How Different Airborne Particulates Affect Our Lungs
25 October 2024

PM2.5 vs. PM10: How Different Airborne Particulates Affect Our Lungs

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
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Power of Media - Shaping Our Perceptions
18 October 2024

The Power of Media: Shaping Our Perceptions

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
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11 October 2024

Keeping Your Lungs Healthy During Natural Disasters

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
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Lung Software Innovation
07 October 2024

Embracing Innovation: New Lung Imaging Tools

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
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Cardiothoracic Health Screening and CT Scanner
20 September 2024

Protecting Your Heart and Lungs

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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The intersection of Imaging and Personalized Medicine
23 August 2024

The Intersection of Imaging and Personalized Medicine: Opportunities and Challenges

Personalized medicine transforms healthcare by tailoring treatments to individual patients based on their unique genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. It’s a term often interchanged with precision medicine which uses large pools of data and research to build more targeted therapies.
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Pulmonary Rehabilitation - Breathing Exercises
16 August 2024

What is Pulmonary Rehabilitation?

Patients with chronic lung disease are frequently advised to participate in pulmonary rehabilitation programs. But what exactly is pulmonary rehabilitation, and are these programs effective?
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Radiology Report
09 August 2024

Reducing Jargon in Radiology Reports

The 21st Century Cures Act was signed into law in 2016 and mandated that patients have immediate access to their radiology reports. While having immediate access provides for greater transparency and control for patients, it also risks the misinterpretation of report language. Radiology reports are often filled with medical jargon
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