Researchers have identified how a common bacterium is able to manipulate the human immune system during respiratory infections and cause persistent illness. Researchers from The University of ...

Human bocavirus (HBoV) is a notable member of the Parvoviridae family and has been increasingly implicated in respiratory tract infections worldwide. Initially identified in children with respiratory ...

In a recent study, researchers developed artificial lungs that will enhance the efficiency of respiratory disease research. A collaboration between researchers at Pohang University of Science and ...

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) emerged in 1997. 1 Since then, it has spread globally by migratory birds, resulting in infections in animals on every continent. HPAI A(H5N1) clade 2.3 ...

RSV is a common contagious virus that infects the human respiratory tract. Here: scanning electron micrograph of human respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) virions (colorized blue) that are labeled with ...

When Laura Sadofsky, PhD, a senior lecturer in Respiratory Medicine at the University of Hull, Hull, England, began looking at the effects of microplastic exposure on respiratory health 6 years ago, ...

In this video, I show you how to make a simple working model of the human respiratory system using everyday items. This hands-on activity is a fun way to visualize how lungs and the diaphragm work ...

The virus can cause respiratory illness in people of all ages, especially young children, older adults and the immunocompromised.