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Floods linked to increased deaths from heart and lung disease, Australian-led research shows

Exclusive: Governments must protect people for weeks after event, researchers say, citing reduced access to health services and increased exposure to pathogens

The Guardian - AU

Sputum color can help determine outcomes in common lung disease, finds large study

A study of nearly 20,000 patients, suffering from a common lung disease called bronchiectasis, has found that the color of the phlegm or sputum can indicate the degree of inflammation in their lungs and predict their future results. The study has been presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress…

The Times of India

Coal miners say new limits on rock dust 'could save some lives'

Miners and their advocates testify in favor of new silica regulations aimed at preventing black lung disease

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Air pollution speeds progression of lung diseases, UK study finds

Study adds to growing evidence that health harm from air pollution accumulates through our lifetimes

The Guardian - UK

A potentially deadly, irreversible lung disease is striking workers who make popular quartz countertops

A new study exposes the deadly risks facing workers who make engineered stone countertops.

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Butthole Surfers drummer Teresa Taylor dies aged 60 after lung disease battle

Butthole Surfers drummer Teresa Taylor, has died at the age of 60 her bandmates have confirmed in an emotional statement on social media

Daily Mirror

Killer John Crerar 'waiting for God to take him' in lung disease struggle

The former army sergeant is serving life for the brutal rape and murder of Phyllis Murphy who vanished on her way home from Christmas shopping in 1979

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Evil killer John Crerar 'waiting for God to take him' as he struggles with lung disease

The former army sergeant is serving life for the brutal rape and murder of Phyllis Murphy who vanished on her way home from Christmas shopping on December 22, 1979

Irish Mirror

Coal miner Peter Sharp urges people in industry to be screened for black lung disease

After 40 years in coal mining and developing a persistent cough Peter Sharp now has answers and is urging others not to ignore their lungs.

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Push for a ban on deadly silica intensifies

Unions are pushing for a ban on kitchen benchtops with high silica levels that are linked to lung disease, saying there are alternative products available.

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Unions call for silica ban to set a safety benchmark

Unions are pushing for a ban on kitchen benchtops with high silica levels that are linked to lung disease, saying there are alternative products available.

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Interest in pottery as a hobby has exploded, but experts urge vigilance to minimise silicosis risks

The incurable lung disease, caused by the inhalation of silica particles, has received increasing attention amid calls for a ban on engineered stone bench tops, but silica's presence in ceramics is less commonly known.

ABC News

Fears vaping generation risk chronic lung disease and shortened life spans as '10,000-puff' devices emerge

University of Sydney associate professor Becky Freeman, who led the Generation Vape study, told the ABC she had seen a vaping device which had advertised 10,000 puffs.

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Police worried family ‘sold’ missing disabled 6-year-old boy before fleeing country

Boy with severe disability and chronic lung disease not seen since November

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London hotspots for lung disease revealed with sharp divide between rich and poor boroughs

Charity says poorer areas in capital more exposed to pollution and effects of poor housing

Daily Mirror

Seven health risks from vaping to watch out for - including popcorn lung disease

The much-touted 'safer' alternative to traditional smoking is said to have its fair share of 'hidden dangers' - including lung disease and a potential increased risk of cancer

The Guardian - AU

Australia moves to fast-track ban on silica stone benchtops that cause fatal lung disease

Federal government hopes to draft ban to combat silicosis by end of year with support from states and territories

The Independent UK

‘Horrific’ form of mpox found to be fatal to people with advanced HIV

‘It is also causing lung disease. It is horrific,’ study author Chloe Orkin says

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The Independent UK

Staying hydrated slows ageing and halves risk of dying young, study shows

Adults who drink around two litres of water a day develop fewer life threatening illnesses such as heart and lung disease

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How to protect yourself against bushfire smoke this summer

It’s bushfire season. So you might be wondering about the best way to protect yourself from the health impacts of smoke.

The Guardian - UK

Woman dying of lung disease ‘caused by mould’ urges action on rogue landlords

Tenant, who is suing landlord in test case, calls on government to back renters in claiming damages

AAP

Union call to ban engineered stone imports

The construction union is calling on the federal government to ban imports of engineered stone, which have been linked to the deadly lung disease silicosis.

Belfast Live

One in four COPD patients waiting five or more years for diagnosis in Northern Ireland

Charity Asthma + Lung UK Northern Ireland has called for urgent action

Salon

Long COVID and lung damage

"Long COVID" encompasses a slew of effects that lead to your body (and lungs) not functioning at their best

Daily Mirror

Urgent warning over pneumonia this winter - symptoms you shouldn't ignore

An urgent warning has been issued this winter in the UK over the stealth killer disease pneumonia. Here are the signs and symptoms of the lung disease that you need to be aware of

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