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Silver-Coated Ventilator Tubes Cut Risk of Pneumonia
Antimicrobial properties blocked bacteria formation, delayed onset of lung inflammation

Survivors of 1918 Flu Pandemic Immune 90 Years Later
Finding could lead to new strategies for fighting future pandemics, researchers say

Newly Discovered Air Pollutants May Cause Lung Problems
Cancer, cardiopulmonary diseases might be tied to persistent free radicals, study says

Drug Combo Cuts COPD Lung Function Loss
Trial called first to prove effective therapy across sex, age, ethnicity, body mass

Asthma’s Course Differs by Gender
By puberty, condition may be passing phase in boys, but more permanent in girls, study says

Stress, Anxiety Worsen Response to Allergens
Delayed reactions also occur in allergic asthma, can be life-threatening, study says

Kids’ Obesity Linked to Ear Infections
Altered sense of taste may result in preference for unhealthy foods, studies suggest

How Long-Distance Runners Get to the Finish
Successful ones can control their heart rate, study finds

Air Pollution Can Damage Heart, Blood Vessels, Too
Beijing Olympics focuses attention on health problems outside the lungs, researchers say

New Therapy Freezes Out Esophageal Cancers
Cryoablation attractive option for older patients with other medical issues, team says