May 14, 2013: Materials in Some Household Products Tied to Lung Damage
Breathing in 'nanomaterials' seems to cause inflammation, study contends

May 10, 2013: Breo Ellipta Approved for COPD
Respiratory disease is the third-leading cause of death in U.S.

May 10, 2013: Allergies May Boost Severity of Lung Disease
Study finds hay fever increases frequency of respiratory problems in COPD patients

May 08, 2013: Reducing Respiratory Virus in Preemies Lessens Wheezing: Study
But preventing respiratory synctial virus comes with a hefty price tag

May 07, 2013: For Pregnant Smokers, Vitamin C Might Help Babies' Lungs
Small study suggests infants of women who take supplements have lower risk of wheezing

May 07, 2013: Some Blackboard Chalks Might Spur Allergies in Kids: Study
Protein used in common classroom item may cause reaction in kids with milk allergies

May 03, 2013: Trees Plus Man-Made Pollution Creates Smog, Study Suggests
Interaction between pollution and molecules produced by nature may lead to lung cancer, researchers say

April 24, 2013: Many Americans Breathing Cleaner Air: Report
But some cities continue to have dangerously high levels of ozone and soot

April 23, 2013: Many Parents Give Kids Cold Medicines When They Shouldn't, Survey Finds
They often miss fine print on the label warning against use in children younger than 4 years old

April 22, 2013: Popular Cinnamon Stunt Can Have Serious Lung Effects
Researchers warn that highly cited kids' 'challenge' can land them in the ER

April 12, 2013: Breathing Problem Sometimes Misdiagnosed in Athletes
Study finds vocal cord disorder can be confused with asthma

April 03, 2013: Monkey Research Gives Insights Into New SARS-Like Virus
Coronavirus strain has so far infected 17, killed 11 worldwide

April 02, 2013: Got Asthma? Odds Are You Have an Allergy Too
Study found many U.S. adults suffer from both

March 29, 2013: EPA Proposes Cleaner Fuel, Car Standards
Regulations will prevent thousands of early deaths, hospitalizations, agency says

March 28, 2013: Valley Fever Fungal Infection on Rise in Southwest
Flu-like symptoms can last weeks or months, CDC researchers say

March 27, 2013: Genes and Early Wheezing Tied to Childhood Asthma Risk
Common cold symptom increased odds for asthma in study

March 26, 2013: Breath Test Might Predict Obesity Risk
It works by measuring bacteria balance in the gut, researchers say

March 25, 2013: Inhaler Approved for Cystic Fibrosis Patients
Antibiotic device treats Pseudomonas aeruginosa lung infections

March 22, 2013: Antibiotic Linked to Heart Problems in COPD Patients
Study looked at clarithromycin use for lung conditions, but didn't prove cause-and-effect

March 16, 2013: Expert Tips for Spring-Cleaning Your Bathroom
And 3 million good reasons to keep your toothbrush covered

March 15, 2013: Sinuses Near Nose Not Just 'Evolutionary Leftover'
New study finds they help give nose shape and get air to the lungs more quickly

March 15, 2013: Health Tip: Don't Breathe Outdoor Smoke
Steer clear to avoid breathing problems

March 12, 2013: Lung Transplant Hazard May Rise With Obese Recipients, Smoking Donors
Study found more 'primary graft dysfunction,' which is tied to higher death risk

March 01, 2013: Plastics Chemical BPA Tied to Higher Asthma Risk in Kids
While study did not show cause and effect, expert said it's best to avoid exposure

February 22, 2013: A Few Extra Pounds May Harm Lung Function in Black, Hispanic Kids
Differences in body fat distribution could boost asthma rates in some minorities, study says

February 19, 2013: Emerging SARS-Like Virus Well-Suited to Attack Humans: Study
But immunotherapy appears to tame it, research shows

February 18, 2013: Acupuncture May Help Ease Hay Fever
Study found patients who had treatment for 8 weeks fared better with symptoms

February 18, 2013: Lower Lung Function in Infancy Linked to Wheeze in Adulthood
Smoking also played key role in respiratory trouble for young adults, study found

February 13, 2013: Little-Known Respiratory Infection Sends Many Kids to Hospital
Discovered in 2001, human metapneumovirus is worse in very young, very old

February 12, 2013: When Trees Die Off, Human Health May Also Suffer
Study can't prove cause-and-effect, but supports link between people and the environment

January 29, 2013: Study: Lungs From Heavy Smokers OK for Transplant
But recipients need to know the source of the potential transplant, researchers say

January 23, 2013: Longtime Smokers Lose a Decade of Life
Large study of U.S. smokers found quitting by age 35 reduces effect most, but it's never too late

January 22, 2013: One in Six Cases of Adult Asthma May Be Linked to Workplace
People with jobs that exposed them to cleaning agents at greater risk, study says

January 18, 2013: Patient Education Helps Prevent Overuse of Antibiotics for Cough, Study Finds
Routine prescriptions for bronchitis could worsen resistance, researchers say

January 17, 2013: TB Drug Shortages Put U.S. Patients in Peril, Study Finds
Supply of many medications needed to fight drug-resistant disease is often intermittent at best

January 15, 2013: Inserting Breathing Tube May Not Be Best for Victims of Cardiac Arrest
Patients in large study seemed to do better when emergency workers used older ventilation method

January 12, 2013: Winter Holds Many Hazards for Seniors, Expert Warns
Preparation, caution can help keep elderly safe from injuries and illness related to season

January 09, 2013: Reductions in Wood-Burning Stoves Tied to Lower Death Rates
Australian study found air quality improved, especially boosting men's respiratory health

January 08, 2013: Health Tip: Don't Neglect Warning Signs of Lung Disease
Chronic cough is a prime symptom

December 26, 2012: Some Kids Abusing Common Baking Ingredients
Trends such as swallowing dry cinnamon, stuffing marshmallows can cause choking emergencies

December 20, 2012: Asthma Linked to Increased Risk of Dangerous Lung Blockage
Odds of blood clot in lung artery increase along with severity of the respiratory disease, study finds

December 17, 2012: Shorter Hospital Stays Don't Compromise Care, Study Finds
Earlier discharge corresponds with lower readmission and death rates in VA hospitals

December 11, 2012: Combo Therapy May Help Ease Sleep Apnea at High Altitude
Adding a breathing med to regular routine may help travelers' sleep apnea, researchers say

December 06, 2012: Cleaner Air in U.S. Boosting Life Expectancy, Study Finds
Continuing to reduce fine particle air pollution prolongs survival, researchers say

December 06, 2012: Kids May Be at Slightly Higher Asthma Risk If Parents Had Infertility Treatments
Study found elevated odds in children born after in vitro fertilization, but the research didn't prove cause-and-effect

December 03, 2012: Ex-President George H.W. Bush Remains Hospitalized
88-year-old being treated for bronchitis and lingering cough

December 02, 2012: Former President George H.W. Bush to Stay in Hospital Through Weekend
88-year-old's bronchitis isn't life-threatening, doctors just playing it safe, staffer says

November 29, 2012: Former President George H.W. Bush Hospitalized With Bronchitis
88-year-old's condition doesn't appear life-threatening, staffer says

November 27, 2012: Health Tip: Treating Bronchitis
Suggestions to help you feel better

November 25, 2012: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazards Rise in Colder Weather
Heating devices such as fireplaces, furnaces, lanterns can emit deadly gas