Tag: Pulmonology
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Curiosity Drives Discovery: How Michael Welsh’s Pursuit Shaped the Future of Cystic Fibrosis
Introduction: A career built on curiosity Curiosity has long been the spark that drives medical breakthroughs, and nowhere is that more evident than in the story of cystic fibrosis (CF). For over four decades, Dr. Michael J. Welsh, a renowned pulmonologist at University of Iowa Health Care, has turned questions into therapies, reshaping every aspect…
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Curiosity that Cures: How Michael Welsh Is Shaping the Future of Cystic Fibrosis
Introduction: A lifelong pursuit of better lungs Curiosity has long been the compass guiding medical breakthroughs, and nowhere is that more evident than in the field of cystic fibrosis (CF). For more than four decades, pulmonologist Michael J. Welsh, MD, of University of Iowa Health Care, has turned questions into treatments, and questions into hope…
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Curiosity Drives Discovery: How CF Research Is Redefining the Future for Patients
Curiosity as the Catalyst for Cystic Fibrosis Breakthroughs Curiosity has long been the engine of medical progress, and nowhere is that more evident than in the field of cystic fibrosis (CF). For decades, researchers and clinicians have pursued answers to the disease’s stubborn questions, turning what seemed like intractable problems into actionable therapies. This ongoing…
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How Long-Term Air Pollution Impacts Lung Growth in Children and Young Adults
Understanding the Link Between Pollution and Lung Growth Rising air pollution levels around the world have sparked growing concern among health professionals about how exposure affects the developing lungs of children and the still-maturing lungs of young adults. Unlike acute breathing problems that appear during pollution spikes, chronic exposure may subtly alter lung growth, influencing…
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Lung Nodules: What They Are and How They Are Evaluated
Understanding lung nodules Lung nodules are small, round or oval growths in the lungs, usually measuring a few millimeters to a few centimeters. Most nodules are benign (non-cancerous) and result from infections, inflammatory processes, scar tissue, or benign tumors. However, a subset can be cancerous or indicate an early stage of disease. The challenge for…