Press Releases

Press Releases

Genotypes linked to increased breathing issues following early tobacco exposure

January 04, 2019 - Researchers from the University of Melbourne, Australia, sought to investigate the relationship between a key gene, the glutathione s-transferase (GST) gene family and early life tobacco smoke exposure and their interaction on asthma and lung function in patients between the ages of 12 and 18.

We must do more to prevent and treat pneumonia, says international respiratory group

November 12, 2018 - In support of World Pneumonia Day, Nov. 12, 2018, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS) calls for renewed efforts to prevent and treat pneumonia.

American College of Chest Physicians names Robert A. Musacchio as Executive Vice President and CEO

November 12, 2018 - The American College of Chest Physicians® (CHEST) announced today, November 12, that Robert A. Musacchio, PhD, has been appointed as its new Executive Vice President and CEO, effective immediately.

American College of Chest Physicians Disagrees with FDA Decision to Approve Over-the-Counter Epinephrine for the Treatment of Asthma

November 09, 2018 - The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) is disappointed with the FDA’s decision to approve over-the counter epinephrine (Primatene® Mist HFA) for the treatment of asthma.

CHEST announces Dr. Clayton T. Cowl as the 81st President of the American College of Chest Physicians

November 09, 2018 - The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) has announced Dr. Clayton T. Cowl as its new President, effective Nov. 1. At CHEST 2018, the annual meeting of CHEST, the organization also confirmed the appointments of Dr. Stephanie Levine as President-Elect and Dr. Steven Q. Simpson as President-Designate and honored Dr. John E. Studdard, who completed his term as President and became Immediate Past President of CHEST.

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