Heat waves + air pollution can be a deadly combination: The health risk together is worse than either alone

The worst effects are during high nighttime temperatures, something happening more often with climate change.

Rob Scot McConnell, Professor of Population and Public Health Sciences, University of Southern California • conversation
Aug. 29, 2022 • ~7 min

Can black cardamom prevent lung cancer?

Black cardamom is a source of compounds that may be effective at treating or even preventing lung cancer, a new study shows.

National University of Singapore • futurity
Aug. 11, 2022 • ~7 min

The US government’s call for deep nicotine reduction in cigarettes could save millions of lives – an expert who studies tobacco addiction explains

The proposed standard would lower the nicotine content in cigarettes and cigars by 95% – a public health proposal that could prevent millions from becoming smokers in the first place.

Jonathan Foulds, Professor of Public Health Sciences and Psychiatry, Penn State • conversation
Aug. 4, 2022 • ~9 min

Lung proteins can aid or hamper SARS-CoV-2 infections

New research is "a step forward in understanding viral infection pathways and paves the way for research toward better treatments in the future."

UC Berkeley • futurity
Aug. 2, 2022 • ~9 min

Blood test may improve lung cancer screening

A new blood test could complement standard methods for lung cancer screening without the need for biopsy, researchers report.

Eric Maze-Missouri • futurity
July 21, 2022 • ~4 min

An expert panel has recommended against taking vitamin E or beta carotene supplements for the prevention of cancer and cardiovascular disease – here's why

Despite the popular belief that vitamin E and beta carotene supplements help prevent heart disease and cancer, the latest research suggests they do not – but the supplements do have potential risks.

Katherine Basbaum, Clinical Dietitian, University of Virginia • conversation
July 14, 2022 • ~8 min

3 systems develop together for baby’s respiratory health

The co-development of three systems—the gut microbiome, respiratory system, and immune system—is correlated with a baby's respiratory health, research shows.

Correna Dolce-U. Rochester • futurity
June 17, 2022 • ~6 min

Survey: Many young people don’t know what they’re vaping

Many Americans are vaping substances never meant to be inhaled, including tea, caffeine, and essential oils, a new survey shows.

Erin Digitale-Stanford • futurity
June 1, 2022 • ~8 min

Why is the FDA seeking to ban menthol cigarettes? 4 questions answered

As the comment period begins for the FDA’s proposed ban, public health experts explain the stakes.

Rafael Meza, Professor of Global Public Health, University of Michigan School of Public Health • conversation
May 18, 2022 • ~5 min

2-drug combo reduces risk of an asthma attack

Combining two drugs dramatically reduces the chances of suffering an asthma attack, a new study shows.

Patti Verbanas-Rutgers • futurity
May 17, 2022 • ~6 min

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