Deborah Kaplan

Does radiation therapy help after lung cancer spreads to the brain? This research says it does very little.

Older lung cancer patients who get surgery may have longer average survival than younger patients, according to this study.

Eating a lot of white bread, white rice, and other high-glycemic-index foods may increase your risk of lung cancer, according to this study.

Secondhand CPAP devices are for sale online at prices that are generally far below full retail cost. But don’t be tempted. Here’s what to do instead.

Postmenopausal women with a chronic lung disorder, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or asthma, may be at higher risk for osteoporosis of the hip.

High-quality evidence suggests that taking vitamin D along with standard asthma medication can reduce the number of severe asthma exacerbations.

Household dust may be exposing you to a host of potentially toxic chemicals from products you use every day. Here’s how to stay safe.

A spirometry test measures how much air flows in and out of your lungs and can be used to confirm whether you have asthma or another disease.

A neti pot can provide relief from nasal congestion by clearing out clogged sinuses. Here’s how to use one safely.

People with moderate to severe COPD may be at high risk of falling—especially during a flare.