Oxygen Deprivation and Lung Cancer: The Deadly Link You Need to Know
Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most prevalent form of lung cancer. It often experiences hypoxia, which is a condition of oxygen deprivation. This lack of oxygen leads …
Pulmonology
Guide to Lung Function Tests: Types, Procedures, and Indications for Diagnosis, Monitoring, and Assessment of Respiratory Conditions
What are lung function tests? Lung function tests are medical tests that are used to assess whether the lungs are functioning properly. These tests measure a range of values …
Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid) an Effective Treatment of Chronic Lung Disease
What is hyaluronan? Hyaluronan, or hyaluronic acid, is a type of sugar secreted by living tissue. It acts as a scaffold for the cells. The largest amounts of hyaluronan …
Scientists Unveil the Structure of the Deadly Influenza A Virus
The genome of the deadly virus behind influenza infections was mapped by a team of researchers from the U.K., Australia, and the U.S. The researchers reported that the mapped …
Why Low Humidity is Flu Virus’ Best Friend And A Humidifier is Yours
Researchers from Yale have pointed out low humidity as a major reason why there is a higher likelihood of people getting sick or dying from the flu during winter …