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Researchers discover genetic malfunction that causes rare lung disease
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
The macrophage is one of the most important cells in the body. This immune cell, which means "big eater" in Greek, consumes and digests harmful materials such as bacteria, cancer cells, dust, and detritus. Macrophages are notably crucial in the lungs, where they fight bacterial infections wh
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Daughter Appeals for Support via Crowdfunding to Fund Lung Transplant Surg
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], December 2: In a heartfelt plea, Bavatharani is urgently seeking financial assistance for her mother, Rajeshwari, who is suffering from Interstitial lung disease (ILD) and is in urgent need of a lung transplant at Kauvery Hospital, Alwarpet, Chennai.
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More insight into risk factors for new-onset interstitial lung disease in
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
New research on the prevalence and risk factors for new-onset interstitial lung disease (ILD) among individuals with systemic sclerosis who previously tested negative for ILD.
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Study discovers risk factors for new-onset interstitial lung disease in sy
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The prevalence and risk factors for new-onset interstitial lung disease (ILD) among previously ILD-negative systemic sclerosis patients are reported in new research presented at ACR Convergence 2023, the American College of Rheumatology's (ACR) annual meeting.
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Rare lungs cells play important role in cystic fibrosis: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
A new study from the University of Iowa found that pulmonary ionocytes, which are uncommon lung cells, aid in the absorption of water and salt from the airway surface. This cell behaviour is the polar opposite of what was expected, and it could have implications for cystic fibrosis (CF) lung
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Color of phlegm may predict outcomes for patients with lung disease, bronc
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
According to recent research presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress in Milan, Italy, the colour of phlegm from people suffering from the lung condition bronchiectasis may indicate the degree of inflammation in their lungs and predict their future results.
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Institute of Heart Lungs Diseases & Research Centre (IHLD) Set to Open
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], June 19: The Institute of Heart Lungs Diseases & Research Centre (IHLD) will soon open in the country's national capital, New Delhi. One of the premier institutes in North India, IHLD will be among the few institutes in the country offering specialised healthcare servi
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Air pollution particles trigger cellular defense mechanisms: Study
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
Lung disease and air pollution have long been associated with one another. A recent study has identified one biological mechanism that may be responsible for that connection; this finding may offer fresh information on how to cure or prevent diseases caused by exposure to pollution.
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Increased monitoring needed to prevent lung disease in coal miners: Study
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
The study has found that crystalline silica, a component of coal mine dust, was found in the lungs of coal miners which causes severe and irreversible lung scarring.
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After CABG 87-year-old woman gets valve replacement and pacemaker implant
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], April 11 (ANI/BusinessWire India): The difficulties were not less for the 87-year-old woman who was suffering from heart failure and narrowing of the valve. Due to problems like weak lungs, diabetes, BP, extremely low weight, the danger to her life had increased,
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Amid winter, with increased smog and pollution, informed healthcare decisi
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi/Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 24 (ANI/PNN): Amid the ongoing cold waves of winters, smog and air pollution have resumed, thereby increasing the intensity of blocked airways in people's lungs, giving a rise to respiratory problems. But everyone has only one set of lungs, whi
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Study reveals good fluid intake aids healthier ageing of body
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
According to a study published in the journal 'eBioMedicine', adults who stay hydrated seem to be fitter as they develop fewer chronic conditions such as heart and lung disease, and live longer than those who may not get enough fluids.
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