Occupational Lung Disease

5 Early-Life Risk Factors for COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can have a significantly negative effect on a patient’s quality of life. What are risk factors for COPD that patients may experience earlier in life?

Lung Function Decline in Occupational Cleaning

Exposure to chemical agents while cleaning may be at increased risk for accelerated decline in lung function.

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Recommends CFTR Modulator Therapy in Select Patients

CFTR modulator therapy recommended in certain patients with cystic fibrosis.

RA Risk Increased With Occupational Exposure to Noxious Fumes

Cases and controls were examined to determine the relationship between occupational exposure to noxious fumes and rheumatoid arthritis.