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Protect Federal Student Loan Access for Professional Degrees in Health Care: March 30, 2026 - CHEST urges the US Department of Education to recognize physician assistant/associate (PA) and advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) credentials as professional degrees under federal regulations for the purpose of student loan qualifications.
Clean Air Policies Are Critical to Respiratory Health: March 26, 2026 - CHEST urges the EPA to restore the Endangerment Finding and fully reinstate all clean air policies that uphold the EPA’s core mission to protect human health and the environment.
Support for All Communities and a Call for De-escalation of Harm: January 26, 2026 - In alignment with our mission and values, CHEST calls on the federal administration to prioritize de-escalation of harm and protection of human life in all public safety and enforcement activities.; See all >

World Bronchiectasis Day 2026: July 1, 2026 - Together with the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, the American College of Chest Physicians is bringing attention to World Bronchiectasis Day.
World No Tobacco Day 2026: May 29, 2026 - Together with the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, the American College of Chest Physicians is bringing attention to World No Tobacco Day.
CHEST and APCCMPD Announce Recipient of 2026 Collaborative Fellow Scholarship: May 12, 2026 - Matthew Simpson, MD, will be the mentee for the third year of the APCCMPD and CHEST Medical Educator Diversity Scholar Fellowship.; See all >

Coadministration safety of influenza, pertussis vaccines during pregnancy confirmed by large data set: July 1, 2026 - Experts said the results, which showed no difference in outcomes such as preterm birth and low birth weight, may help improve prenatal vaccine uptake by reducing additional appointments for patients.
HI-PEITHO confirms benefit of USCDT in intermediate-risk pulmonary embolism: July 1, 2026 - Investigator Frederikus A. Klok, MD, PhD, said he expects additional evidence to be published in the coming year, which will shape future guidelines and clinical management of patients with intermediate-high risk pulmonary embolism.
Study evaluates sleep efficiency change in patients with pediatric OSA following adenotonsillectomy: July 1, 2026 - Pediatric pulmonologist Anne C. Coates, MD, said it may take longer to see a benefit from surgery in some populations, especially when nonrespiratory factors may be affecting sleep efficiency.; See all >

Celebrating With Pride: Mentorship and Community: June 26, 2026 - Manuel Villegas Roberson, MD, reflects on the relationship between medicine and identity, visibility, and belonging and celebrates the generations of LGBTQ+ individuals who have helped create a community of mentorship and support.
A Fresh Look at GLP-1 Drugs for OSA Takes Top Billing for Sleep Sessions at CHEST 2026: June 18, 2026 - Explore sleep medicine sessions at CHEST 2026 in Phoenix, covering GLP-1 therapies for OSA, new OSA medications, pregnancy guidelines, home ventilation, oxygen, and travel for patients on mechanical ventilation.
Critical Care at CHEST 2026: POCUS, Sepsis Guidelines, Neurocritical Care, and More: June 18, 2026 - Critical care sessions at CHEST 2026 will challenge clinicians to rethink traditional techniques and explore new applications in critical care medicine.; See all >

How to Start Your Leadership Journey With CHEST: May 31, 2024 - Network leader Corinne Young, MSN, FNP-C, FCCP, shares her tips for starting your leadership journey with CHEST and just a few of the benefits of volunteering.
My Path for Board Recertification: June 28, 2023 - The Longitudinal Knowledge Assessment option has created new opportunities for recertification. Saadia Faiz, MD, FCCP, shares insights into how she’ll maintain her four board certifications in light of these new options.
Slow Is Smooth and Smooth Is Fast: My Journey in Preparing for My Pulmonary Board Certification: June 28, 2023 - Michele Iguina, MD, explains her path to initial certification and the resources she used to prepare herself for the big exam.; See all >