Chemical Linked To “Popcorn Lung” Respiratory Injuries Found In E-Liquids: Study
Liquid nicotine contains chemicals linked to a disease known as "popcorn lung" which could negatively effect lung function, according to a new study.
Tag Archives: Bronchiolitis Obliterans
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Zithromax Side Effects Result in Worse Airflow for Patients With Popcorn Lung Disease: Study
French researchers warn that Zithromax was unsuccessful in treating "popcorn lung" and may have increased the risk to test subjects, resulting in early cancellation of the study.
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Coffee Roasting Lung Risks Examined by CDC
The CDC and NIOSH are investigating coffee processing plants nationwide for potential air quality problems that could lead to serious lung injuries and death.
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Liquid Nicotine Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Use of Chemical Linked To “Popcorn Lung”
A California woman has filed a class action lawsuit against a liquid nicotine manufacturer, saying that its products contain diacetyl and other chemicals that can cause "popcorn lung" and other…
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Coffee Workers May Be At Risk of Popcorn Lung, Due to Released Diacetyl: CDC
The CDC warns that chemicals released by roasting coffee beans could cause respiratory problems in coffee processing facility workers.
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Flavoring Chemical Worker’s Lawsuit Over ‘Popcorn Lung’ Results in $2.6M Verdict
A California man has been awarded $2.6 million for injuries suffered due to a disease known as popcorn lung, linked to an artificial flavoring once used in microwave popcorn.
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E-Cigarette Flavorings May Pose Respiratory Health Risks: Report
Some health experts say there should be greater concern over the flavoring chemicals used in electronic cigarettes, which could pose serious respiratory risks.
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Consumer Popcorn Lung Lawsuit to Proceed to Trial This Month
A federal judge is allowing a popcorn lung lawsuit filed by a Michigan man who ate several bags of microwave popcorn per day to proceed to trial against the makers…
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Popcorn Lung Chemical May Play Role in Cystic Fibrosis Infections: Study
A new study links diacetyl, the molecule linked to popcorn lung disease, to flare-ups of cystic fibrosis.
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Microwave Popcorn Lawsuit Over Consumer Lung Disease Dismissed
A federal judge has dismissed a couple's popcorn lung lawsuit, saying they failed to file the claim in a timely manner.
