Traditional approaches for learning anatomy for curvilinear endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) require learners to mentally visualize structures relative to the position of the bronchoscope. Virtual reality (VR) can show anatomy from the perspective of bronchoscopic tools.

Lung cancer is the second most common and the deadliest cancer for men and women in the United States. Historical and current-day injustices, implicit and explicit bias, stigma, social determinants, and disparities contribute to inequitable lung cancer-related health outcomes for Black people comparatively. Despite being a preventive health recommendation for more than a decade, the percentage of eligible individuals screened remains low. Burgeoning lung cancer screening programs have established capacity and opened access across the country, but screening rates remain exceedingly poor, especially among people of color. More intentional efforts must be made and socially conscious and population-specific methods must be undertaken to ensure all eligible individuals realize the benefits of screening. Partnerships between advocacy organizations for patients with lung cancer and faith-based organizations are a natural leverage point to educate, prepare, and empower Black health ministries to disseminate lung cancer-related health information to their faith communities. This How I Do It article shares an approach to community outreach and engagement in Black churches in the South, informed by established principles and best practices and the perspectives and skills only lived experiences can offer.

The prevalence of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) pulmonary disease is rising globally. Previously, we described a high prevalence of Mycobacterium simiae isolation in Israel.

COPD is a complex, heterogeneous lung disease characterized by persistent airflow limitation secondary to airways and parenchymal abnormalities, and respiratory symptoms, including dyspnea, fatigue, chronic cough, and sputum production. Cigarette smoke exposure is a major contributor to COPD; however, inhalation of toxic particles and other environmental and host factors can contribute to its genesis. Over time, the clinical course is frequently punctuated by exacerbations that further accelerate lung function decline and increase exacerbation risk. Despite current optimal therapy, many patients remain symptomatic, have exacerbations, and have increased morbidity, mortality, and health care costs. This review focuses on current knowledge of COPD pathophysiology, the role of inflammatory mechanisms, and the potential use of biologics to modulate these mechanisms.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and as part of the statewide health care coalition response, the Minnesota Critical Care Working Group (CCWG), composed of interprofessional leaders from the state's 9 largest health systems, was established and entrusted to plan and coordinate critical care support for Minnesota from March 2020 through July 1, 2021.

An increasing number of patients with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) have cardiovascular comorbidities. However, the effects of comorbidities on responses to PAH treatment are not well understood.