Cancer study provides insight into one of the pathways for developing lung cancer but more research is needed, says BLF - 14/05/08
Scientists have for the first time pinpointed a protein that explains how smoking can directly lead to genetic changes that cause cancer, according to new research published in the British Journal of Cancer.
Summer smog warning for people with lung disease - 9/5/2008
The British Lung Foundation is urging people to be aware that high ozone levels are predicted over the weekend during what is expected to be the first summer smog episode of 2008. Ozone irritates the lungs, causing coughing and chest pain, and also stings the eyes, nose and throat. People with lung diseases are particularly at risk, but up to a third of people with healthy lungs may develop symptoms if they exercise outdoors. (Click on headline to read more...)
