Despite many public policy recommendations, asthmatic children are still being exposed to second-hand smoke. This early exposure to cigarette smoke can lead to lifelong problems.

California needs to clean up its act. Air quality findings by the American Lung Association (ALA) saw California cities dominating the top of the lists for three significant categories.

A surprising number of elite athletes have asthma. As the Olympics are set to start in London, many are studying this phenomenon and the lessons to be learned from these athletes.

Something harmless could turn deadly under the right circumstances. Researchers are beginning to understand how a harmless bacteria becomes a fatal infection in cystic fibrosis patients.

Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) sure knows how to overstay its welcome. New research is discovering potential targets to cut the disease's visit short.

Movies are not the only thing getting the 3-D treatment. Researchers are using 3-D models of cystic fibrosis to discover new targets for treatment.

The joke is that experienced parents don't clean off a pacifier after it falls on the floor. A few extra germs just build the immune system, right? Well, they may be on to something.

Expectant mothers should be wary of second-hand smoke. Exposure to second-hand smoke has been shown to increase the risk of asthma and wheezing in children.

Air pollution is a concern for many but its effects on lung health is unknown. A new study sheds light on how what is in the air may affect the number of people with asthma or poor lung health.

Tissue is the issue when it comes to developing new drugs. Scientists have begun to develop tissue in the lab for testing new cystic fibrosis treatments.