Microbial warning signs that predict death risk in severe pneumonia
Researchers uncover a microbial signature in the lungs of severe pneumonia patients. Could this help explain survival differences…
Nearly one million young children die each year due to growth failure worldwide
Nearly one million children around the globe fail to reach their fifth birthday every year due to devastating…
New AI tools offer hope for global TB elimination
Researchers have unveiled new AI tools, from smartphone cough analysis to child-friendly screening systems, which could transform how…
Fever-resistant bird flu viruses pose a significant threat to humans
Bird flu viruses are a particular threat to humans because they can replicate at temperatures higher than a…
Dysfunctional breathing is common and influenced by tobacco use and respiratory conditions
Dysfunctional breathing (DB) is frequently misdiagnosed or insufficiently treated, leading to a diminished quality of life and unnecessary…
Does the decongestant in your medicine cabinet actually work?
How to organize your medicine cabinet Store your medicine in a cool, dry and dark place. Problem Solved…
Expert panel recommends new antibiotic strategies for resistant Bordetella pertussis
Pertussis, or whooping cough, remains a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by Bordetella pertussis. Despite inclusion of pertussis…
Last year 187,268 people died in Australia – here are nine key takeaways
Dementia killed 17,500 Australians last year and is now the country’s leading cause of death, driven by its…
Gut immune cells follow an atypical pathway to provide long-lasting antiviral protection
A new study led by University of Toronto researchers has shown that immune cells in the gut follow…
New review reveals which baby foods carry the highest heavy metal risks
A global review shows that heavy metal contamination is far more common in baby foods than expected, revealing…
New expert recommendations redefine exercise as therapy for children with asthma
Asthma is one of the most common chronic respiratory diseases among children, affecting nearly 475 million globally. For…
Groundbreaking vaccination approach could transform respiratory disease prevention
A research team from Trinity College Dublin has unveiled a groundbreaking new approach to vaccination that could redefine how…