Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is the most common type of pulmonary fibrosis. While IPF has no known cause, there are other factors that can cause or increase your risk for PF.

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According to the American Lung Association’s new nationwide survey, more education and training is needed for health professionals to confidently address the health impacts of indoor air pollution ...

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The Lung Association supports policies to reduce the risk of lung cancer, increase screening for those at high risk and improve access to treatment. Many of these policies are incorporated into our ...

Rachel S. At the age of 4, I was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. My parents and I were told that this disease generally presents itself in either of two forms: one that attacks primarily ...

A biopsy is when tissue is removed from lung nodules in order to learn about the makeup of the nodule. The removed tissue is examined under a microscope, which helps physicians diagnose or stage lung ...

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Errors in the NRG1 gene are one type of lung cancer biomarker. NRG1 gene fusions are often found in a subtype of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) called invasive mucinous adenocarcinoma.

Radon is a colorless, tasteless and odorless gas that causes lung cancer. Exposure to radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, after smoking. Radon-related lung cancers ...

The best way to improve your indoor air is to first remove or reduce the sources of pollutants – referred to as source control - and secondly, to ventilate with outdoor air. In addition, air cleaning ...