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CF triple therapy: The earlier, the better

Scientific study shows the treatment for cystic fibrosis is more effective when started in early childhood.

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Mast cells emerge as central drivers of allergic asthma

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Triple versus dual inhaler therapy for asthma control

Advocate for better air

Advocate for better air

July 21, 2026

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Influenza vaccine may help lower flu-related hospitalizations in COPD patients

September 30, 2026

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Ensifentrine shows promise treating pulmonary hypertension in COPD patients

September 30, 2026

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Protein-based MRI agent aids early lung cancer diagnosis

September 25, 2026

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Pulmonary fibrosis insight

Pulmonary fibrosis insight

Pulmonary drug market forecast

Pulmonary drug market forecast

MRI reduces cognitive failure, adverse events in SCLC

Analysis supports MRI surveillance alone, rather than preventive brain radiation, as the standard of care approach for patients with small-cell lung cancer.

September 24, 2026

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Is there a ‘window of opportunity’ for biologic treatment in severe asthma?

AI, biologic biomarkers and digital health tools that evaluate treatment timing could help prevent irreversible airway damage.

September 24, 2026

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Semaglutide significantly lowers asthma, COPD attacks

Scientific community should consider metabolic health as part of future respiratory therapies.

September 24, 2026

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The 2026 report provides global pipeline therapies in various clinical trial stages.

August 10, 2026

Pulmonary fibrosis insight

Research aims to develop better tools for dyspnea detection

University of California researcher to launch five-year project to better understand dyspnea in COPD patients.

September 23, 2026

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Novel inhaled treatment for COPD shows promise in clinical trial

Metered spray treatment demonstrated clinically meaningful improvements in quality of life and COPD symptoms.

September 23, 2026

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Common cold: There may be a vaccine for that

Early clinical trial results demonstrate safety and efficacy in preventing rhinovirus-related COPD and asthma exacerbations.

September 18, 2026

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Review analysis, trends and predictions for pulmonary drug delivery systems, 2026 to 2035.

July 21, 2026

Pulmonary drug market forecast

Inpatient PAH therapy transition deemed safe

Research supports concurrent switch from infusion treatment to oral medication over a closely monitored, continuous timeframe averaging 36 hours.

September 17, 2026

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FDA approves study of inhaled stem cell therapy for COPD

The investigational drug is scheduled for a phase 1b trial in late 2026.

September 17, 2026

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Childhood pollution exposure linked to COPD

Children with a higher genetic risk showed reduced lung development but only when exposed to pollution.

September 17, 2026

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Review analysis, trends and predictions for pulmonary drug delivery systems, 2026 to 2035.

July 21, 2026

Pulmonary drug market forecast

Experimental bacterial extract fails to prevent pediatric wheezing or asthma

Common childhood illnesses, such as fevers, coughs and colds, occurred at similar rates in drug and placebo groups.

September 17, 2026

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Tiotropium safe for preschool asthma but not more effective

German researchers evaluated benefits of the inhaled muscle relaxant in preschool-aged children with severe asthma.

September 17, 2026

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Foretelling the future of lung cancer recurrence

Researchers have discovered multiple noninvasive ways to predict risk and improve outcomes.

September 11, 2026

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Is there a ‘window of opportunity’ for biologic treatment in severe asthma?

FDA approves study of inhaled stem cell therapy for COPD

Common cold: There may be a vaccine for that

Semaglutide significantly lowers asthma, COPD attacks

Childhood pollution exposure linked to COPD

Novel inhaled treatment for COPD shows promise in clinical trial