Pulmonology

Stay updated with the latest healthcare breakthroughs, including FDA approvals and phase 3 data.

Jeffrey Thiboutot, MD, discussed efficacy advantages seen in the trial at ATS 2026.

Klaus Friedrich Rabe, MD, PhD, spoke at ATS about the mixed phase 3 AERIFY trial findings on itepekimab, an anti–IL-33 monoclonal antibody, in COPD.

At ATS, Klaus Friedrich Rabe, MD, PhD, discussed phase 3 data on itepekimab in former smokers with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Experts unpack new asthma/COPD biologics, eosinophil+FeNO targeting, twice-yearly depemokimab switching, and payer hurdles in 2026 care.

At ATS 2026, Vallerie McLaughlin, MD discusses ADVANCE OUTCOMES showing ralinepag reduced PAH clinical worsening risk by 55% in pretreated patients.

This interview at ATS highlights key takeaways regarding new phase 3 data on AD109 for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Results from the phase 3 TETON-1 study presented at ATS 2026 showed inhaled treprostinil preserved lung function and reduced clinical worsening risk in IPF.

At ATS 2026, pooled phase 3 data showed mepolizumab reduced COPD exacerbations and hospitalizations in patients with blood eosinophil counts starting at 150 cells/µL.

This interview at ATS 2026 highlights notable findings on the once-nightly oral pill, AD109, in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

At ATS 2026, phase 3b ENCORE findings showed amikacin liposome inhalation suspension achieved high culture conversion rates in newly diagnosed MAC lung disease.

This potential new treatment option shows potential for patients living with obstructive sleep apnea.

Periconception eosinophils may serve as a biomarker to identify asthma risk in gestation, according to Christian Cardillo, MD, who presented late-breaking data at ATS 2026.

In patients with COPD, heart rate measured during the 6-minute walk test were associated with greater hospital utilization, according to Andrew Truong-An Ho, MD, at ATS 2026.

At ATS 2026, Robert Wallis, MD, shared preliminary phase 2c data showing a novel 4-month pan-TB regimen containing sutezolid and N-acetylcysteine improved lung function recovery.

Maintenance extracorporeal photopheresis was associated with improved survival in lung transplant recipients with bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome, according to Alan Betensley, MD.

At ATS 2026, investigators reported that pediatric pulmonary rehabilitation improved exercise capacity and quality of life in chronic respiratory disease.

A study presented at the ATS 2026 found the New York City Housing Authority’s Mold Busters program was associated with nearly 2800 fewer annual asthma-related ED visits.

Drs. Vin Gupta and Juanita Mora discuss the recent report and how it should inform clinician actions.

Gupta discusses clinical responsibility in response to the ALA's State of the Air 2026 report.

Clinicians at ATS 2026 will see late-breaking COPD, asthma, and pulmonary hypertension data alongside exclusive interviews with leading experts in respiratory medicine.

Juanita Mora, MD, discusses The American Lung Association's 2026 report, elucidating a disproportionate burden on people of color.

The severe asthma treatment landscape has entered a period of rapid evolution — with patient access and adherence increasingly driving clinical decisions.

Black Americans bear a disproportionate burden of asthma mortality, and clinicians and policymakers must address a number of factors to make meaningful progress.

Stay updated with the latest healthcare breakthroughs, including notable FDA approvals and filings, in this week’s essential news roundup.