Respiratory
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New CRISPR technique hope for CF patients
Biologists in The Netherlands have shown for the first time that a new type of CRISPR gene editing can safely cure cystic fibrosis in stem cells derived from patients. Read more
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Plan to step up Wuhan virus research
Leading researchers have agreed a plan that will see accelerated development of COVID-19 vaccines and other research, it was announced last night. Read more
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Campaigners urge Government to act faster on air pollution
The Government has a “once in a generation opportunity” to tackle air pollution, campaigners say today, warning that millions are at risk. Read more
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One animal transmitted Wuhan virus
A single animal source may be responsible for the outbreak of Wuhan coronavirus causing havoc in China, according to a new scientific analysis. Read more
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Doctors urged to watch vapers after deaths
Doctors have been urged to report any illnesses that could be linked to vaping after the first two cases of fatal lung injury were reported in the UK. Read more
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Lung improvements seen after obesity surgery
The shortness of breath caused by obesity can be reversed with weight loss surgery, British doctors have reported. Read more
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Snake clue as China virus spreads
World Health Organisation officials will gather again today to consider the seriousness of the Wuhan virus outbreak amid evidence of a growing death toll. Read more
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Crisis summit over China virus
The World Health Organisation will hold an emergency summit today to decide whether to declare the outbreak of the new Wuhan virus as global health emergency. Read more
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Lung condition linked to body clock
The circadian clock may have an effect on their risk of developing pulmonary fibrosis, researchers have reported. Read more
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Vaping linked to rare lung condition
Leading lung specialists have called for health authorities to withdraw approval for vaping as the first evidence emerged of a new kind of lung damage caused by the practice. Read more