New Test Detects Early-Stage, Asbestos-Related Pulmonary Cancer

Researchers at NYU Langone Medical Center have investigated a novel protein test to detect early-stage, asbestos-related pulmonary cancer. The test can accurately identify proteins secreted from cancerous tumors caused by asbestos exposure. The study...

Protein Involved in Cystic Fibrosis Also Plays Role in Emphysema, Chronic Lung Disease

A team of Johns Hopkins Children’s Center researchers has discovered that a protein involved in cystic fibrosis also regulates inflammation and cell death in emphysema and may be responsible for other chronic lung diseases. The findings, published...

CDC Recommends Flu Vaccination for Children 6 Months Through 18 Years of Age

A panel of immunization experts voted today (February 27, 2008) to expand the recommended ages for annual influenza vaccination of children to include all children from 6 months through 18 years of age. The previous recommendation was for vaccination...