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Growing ‘Mini Lungs in a Dish’ for COVID-19 Lab Testing

Researchers say SARS-CoV-2 infection of lung organoids replicates real-world patient lung infections, and reveals the specialized roles various cell types play in infected lungs.

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Physical Activity During Pregnancy Linked to Infant’s Lung Function

For the first time researchers have shown a link between lower lung function in babies born to physically inactive mothers compared to those born to active mothers.

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Racial, Ethnic and Socioeconomic Inequities in COVID-19 Vaccinations

A study of the 9 largest US cities showed that high vaccination neighborhoods had more white residents, fewer people of color, higher incomes, and lower poverty rates; and lower historical COVID-19 death rates.

Disorders & Diseases

E-cigarettes with Nicotine Trigger Blood Clotting, Cardiovascular Issues

Vaping e-cigarettes with nicotine causes an immediate increase in the formation of blood clots and a deterioration in the ability of small blood vessels to expand and dilate, as well as raises heart rate and blood pressure.

Pediatrics

Enzyme Could Be Major Driver of Preeclampsia

An enzyme called protein phosphatase 2 (PP2A) appears to be a major driver of preeclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication characterized by the development of high blood pressure and excess protein in the urine.

Products & Treatment

Raising Awareness for Pertussis Vaccinations

The American Lung Association has launched the Pertussis Educational Campaign to help educate adults living with asthma about the potential dangers of pertussis.

Smoking, Vaping & E-Cigarettes

College Students Using Marijuana More than Ever Before

Among college-aged students in 2020, marijuana use is at an all-time high, vaping has plateaued, hallucinogen use has significantly increased, and alcohol use declined.

Critical Care

Mobile Stroke Units Improved Patient Outcomes

Ischemic stroke patients treated on a mobile stroke unit (MSU) received anti-clot medication faster and ended up with less disability at 90 days, according to NEJM research.

Infectious Diseases

Synchronizing COVID-19 Restrictions with Vaccination Pace

In order to boost freedoms and protect against overwhelming new waves of COVID-19, the pace at which restrictions to reduce spread are lifted must be directly tied to the pace of vaccination.