Conch shell blowing lowers apnea events during REM sleep
In a new trial, a centuries-old yogic breathing practice using a conch shell showed measurable benefits for sleep…
Efficacy of methylprednisolone doses in severe Mycoplasma Pneumonia
Investigators compare the efficacy of low- versus high-dose methylprednisolone in preventing pulmonary lesions in children with severe Mycoplasma…
Simple UV technology reduces the number of respiratory infections in aged care facilities
Simple technology that harnesses ultraviolet light to ‘zap’ airborne viruses has been shown to significantly lower the number…
Can probiotics boost athletic performance? Review reveals what works and what still needs proof
Scientists uncover how targeted probiotics may help athletes go further, recover faster, and stay healthier, if the right…
Global experts release guidance on CT imaging for post-COVID lung abnormalities
Experts representing multiple societies and institutions across 14 countries have published guidance for computed tomography (CT) imaging in…
Agricultural dust exposure may pose significant risks to gut health
Inhaling agricultural dust may pose significant risks to gut health for workers in animal agriculture, a University of…
Parental cholesterol predicts asthma severity in children
New research links parents’ metabolic health and a child’s birth weight to asthma severity, uncovering for the first…
Home rehab program improves lung function in bronchiectasis
A simple at-home program with daily exercise, airway clearance, and nurse support helps patients breathe easier, offering new…