Traffic Emissions Account for 70% of External Matter Found in Urbanites’ Lungs: Study
Levels of pollution found in the lungs of Los Angeles residents rose and fell with the patterns of rush hour traffic, researchers found.
Tag Archives: Lung Disease
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California OSHA Issues New Silica Exposure Standards for Fabricated Stone Workers
More than 230 fabricated stone workers in California have been diagnosed with silicosis since 2019, which has resulted in at least 14 deaths.
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Five Years Later, No Definitive Cause for EVALI Vaping Injuries and Deaths Found: Study
E-cigarette users continue to be diagnosed with the mystery illness to this day, leading researchers to warn that it is necessary to continue investigating the potential causes in case of another widespread outbreak emerges.
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California Lawmakers Introduce Legislation To Protect Workers From Silicosis Risks
Bill comes amid increasing concerns over the risks of silicosis among quartz stone countertop cutters, fabricators and installers.
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Chest X-Rays May Not Be Enough for Silicosis Diagnosis, Study Warns
Researchers recommend high-resolution CT scans to diagnose silicosis, which is an irreversible lung disease caused by cutting quartz countertops and breathing silica dust.
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Remeron Fails to Help Treat Breathing Problems from COPD, Lung Disease: Study
Researchers warn that antidepressants like Remeron should not be prescribed off-label for breathlessness, as they may cause additional complications.
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Preterm Infant Survival Rates Stalling, Or Getting Worse, Study Warns
Researchers indicate that premature infant death rates have leveled off since 2015, but fatalities from certain conditions are rising, such as chronic lung disease.
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Vaping Lung Injury Diagnosis May Be Aided By Identification of CT Scan Patterns: Study
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Glucocorticoid Drugs Appear Effective At Treating Vaping Lung Injuries In Youths: Study
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THC-Laced Vaping Products Linked To Lung Injuries More Varied Than Originally Believed: CDC
