On this #LungTransplantAwarenessDay and #LTADay the Lung Transplant Collaborative shares how it can support patients and clinicians alike: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...
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@raeddweikmd.bsky.social, MD, MBA, ATSF, immediate past-president of the ATS, reflects on what he hopes for the future of the ATS and what he planned to do after his tenure finished. Watch the full episode on ATS NOW or tune in wherever you listen to podcasts: atsnow.thoracic.org/media/bd09e5...
Behind every lung transplant is a story of resilience, hope, and community. Visit lungtransplantawarenessday.org to explore real-world experiences from recipients, waiting candidates, and caregivers. #LTADay #LungTransplantAwarenessDay #OrganDonation
Meaningful thresholds for change in quantitative computed tomography-derived fibrosis extent in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis #IPF @atscommunity.bsky.social academic.oup.com/ajrccm/artic...
Meaningful thresholds for change in quantitative computed tomography–derived fibrosis extent in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
AbstractRationale. Validated thresholds for clinically meaningful change in quantitative computed tomography (QCT) for fibrosis extent across algorithms re
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🎧 Revisit this episode from the Out of the Blue archives “Social Apnea”: Obstructive Sleep Apnea Is Exacerbated on Weekends tinyurl.com/2aspa9n5 @atscommunity.bsky.social @ats-srn.bsky.social
Out of the Blue: An AJRCCM Podcast | “Social Apnea”: Obstructive Sleep Apnea Is Exacerbated on Weekends
Dr. John Fleetham chats with Danny Eckert about his article, "Obstructive Sleep Apnea is Exacerbated on Weekends."
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It's Patient Voices Wednesday! Amy Burant from @phassociation.org talks about how patients are not just looking for support in their medical treatment as they heal but also in taking on new challenges. Hear her story, part of the 15th edition of Patient Voices: youtu.be/b1LiTlaxfDw
This month is Hispanic Heritage Month! We are highlighting some of our members and their research. Meet Eduardo R. Núñez, MD, MS, Baystate Health, whose work includes reducing the barriers underserved communities face in accessing lung cancer screenings.
ATS Red Journal Editor's Choice: Current insight into the molecular mechanisms of lymphangioleiomyomatosis #LAM @atscommunity.bsky.social academic.oup.com/ajrcmb/artic...
Current insight into the molecular mechanisms of lymphangioleiomyomatosis
Abstract. Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) is a rare, progressive lung disease that predominantly affects women, particularly during their reproductive years
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New York declares first US #measles disaster emergency since 2025 surge; 108 cases through October 3 www.reuters.com/business/hea...
New York declares first US measles disaster emergency since 2025 surge
New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a statewide disaster emergency on Monday over a measles outbreak, the first such declaration by a U.S. state since cases began surging in 2025.
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Progenitor resilience and the early onset of chronic lung diseases: #NHLBI workshop report @atscommunity.bsky.social academic.oup.com/ajrcmb/artic...
Progenitor resilience and the early onset of chronic lung diseases: NHLBI workshop report
Abstract. Lung function peaks in young adulthood and declines with age. Studies suggest that this trajectory may be modifiable, potentially enhancing lung
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In @atsblueeditor.bsky.social, we assess evidence for a causal link between depression+ asthma; consider mechanisms; and discuss implications+ future work. doi: 10.1093/ajrccm/aamag303 @atscommunity.bsky.social @news.upmc.com @hsph.harvard.edu @brighamandwomens.bsky.social @brownpvd.bsky.social
Check out these moments from the 3rd Women’s Leadership Training Program in Africa, a inspiring time with the four chosen for the training: Chizalu Ndukwu, MBBS, MSc, FMCPAED; Olayinka Adeyeye, MBBS, FMCP, MPH; Olayemi Fehintola Awopeju, MBChB, MSc, FCCP; and Olga Mashedi, MSci, BMic.
🎧 From the Archives: Association between Patient Race and Ethnicity and Use of Invasive Ventilation in the United States Listen here: share.transistor.fm/s/bb9d9193 @atscommunity.bsky.social
From the Archives: Association between Patient Race and Ethnicity and Use of Invasive Ventilation in the United States | Clinician to Clinician: An AnnalsATS Podcast
From the Archives: Dr. Gregory Tino chats with Dr. Fred Abdelmalek and Dr. Christopher Yarnell about their article, "."Association between Patient Race and Ethnicity and Use of Invasive Ventilation in...
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Today is World Oxygen Day! Jaeger Spratt, MSW, @phassociation.org, explains, it is important to share the stories of those who rely on supplemental oxygen to urge legislators to pass the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSVp...
This month is Hispanic Heritage Month! We are highlighting some of our members and their research. Christian Rosas-Salazar, MD, MPH, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, studies how early-life human microbiome impacts the severity of viral respiratory infections.
Editorial: Cystic fibrosis in 2026: game over, or game on? Introduction to an AJRCCM special section on cystic fibrosis #CF academic.oup.com/ajrccm/artic... @atscommunity.bsky.social
Cystic fibrosis in 2026: game over, or game on? Introduction to an AJRCCM special section on cystic fibrosis
In the past 2 decades, there have been no more dramatic developments in the world of cystic fibrosis (CF), or perhaps any respiratory disease, than the adv
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#LungTransplantAwarenessDay is just a week away! Learn more, access resources, and sign up for updates at lungtransplantawarenessday.org #LTADay.
The October edition of The Annals of the ATS is now available. academic.oup.com/annalsats/is... @atscommunity.bsky.social
#TobRegSky #PedSky #MedSky #pulmsky #EpiSky #addictionsci #policysky #polisky @atscommunity.bsky.social @ats-eoph.bsky.social 🛟🫁 California bans disposable e-cigarettes
Newsom signs California law banning sales of single-use, battery-powered vapes
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law banning the sale of single-use, battery-powered vapes to combat plastic pollution.
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The call for scientific abstracts and case reports for #ATS2027 is now open! We are looking for research on respiratory disease, critical care and sleep medicine, including quality improvement projects. Submissions close at 5 p.m. ET, Nov. 4, 2026 so submit today: site.thoracic.org/conference/p...
🚨The October edition of the Blue Journal #AJRCCM is now available with special sections on Interstitial Lung Disease and Cystic Fibrosis. #ILD #CF academic.oup.com/ajrccm/issue... @atscommunity.bsky.social
The October edition of the Red Journal #AJRCMB is now available. academic.oup.com/ajrcmb/issue... #lungdisease #asthma #CF #Influenza @atscommunity.bsky.social
Meet Stephanie Lovinsky-Desir, MD, MS! She is a pediatric pulmonologist and environmental health scientist who is passionate about addressing pediatric health disparities. Learn more about Dr. Lovinsky-Desir: site.thoracic.org/about-us/new...
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Identification of pulmonary arterial hypertension patients with venous or capillary involvement
AbstractRationale. While therapeutic advances have improved survival for patients with Group 1 pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), patients with Group 1
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Calling all adult and pediatric fellowship training programs! Submit abstracts showcasing innovative education work done within your training programs for consideration for the 2027 ATS Innovations in Fellowship Education Program. Submit by Nov. 9: site.thoracic.org/learning/pro...
On #9to5day, we remember singer and advocate Dolly Parton, who donated $1 million to fund early-stage coronavirus research that helped lead to the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. She even went on to get vaccinated in a video to encourage people to do the same.
Check out ATS President Michelle Ng Gong, MD, MS, ATSF and the attendees of the MECOR Southeast Asia program wishing everyone a happy World Lung Day!
🎧 From the Archives: A Multi-Center Study of Pulmonary Critical Care Trainees Perception of Airway Management Training during Fellowship Listen here: share.transistor.fm/s/863da1ab @atscommunity.bsky.social
From the Archives: A Multi-Center Study of Pulmonary Critical Care Trainees Perception of Airway Management Training during Fellowship | Scholarly: Conversations on Medical Education from the ATS
From the Archives: Dr. Rachel Quaney chats with Dr. Chris Ghiathi about his paper, " A Multi-Center Study of Pulmonary Critical Care Trainees Perception of Airway Management Training during Fellowship...
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California's ruling prohibiting the fabrication and manufacture of engineered stone countertops is welcome news to members of the ATS. The Cal/OSHA emergency rule-making on artificial stone countertops is open for public comment through Sept. 30, 2026. Learn more: www.kqed.org/news/1210047...
