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Air Pollution and Respiratory Health: Measuring Impact and Supporting Mitigation

Air pollution is a severe global health crisis impacting respiratory health, it is responsible for excessive COPD and lung cancer deaths and increased respiratory infections. Climate change is worsening pollutant and allergen levels, with the burden felt greatest in low-income countries. Addressing air quality is critical to improving lung health and advancing research worldwide. This Topic Collection aims to raise awareness of air pollution impact on respiratory disease, promote research and provide data, particularly from LMIC, where gaps currently exist. Please find full details here. Submissions: Open until 19th May 2025

Recent Advances and New Perspectives in Interventional Pulmonology

Interventional pulmonology, a rapidly advancing branch of respiratory medicine, utilizies minimally invasive technologies for diagnosing and treating diverse pulmonary conditions. Innovations have enhanced nodule detection, expanding treatment options and improving outcomes; however, limited evidence underscores the necessity for further research to refine techniques and reinforce recommendations. This Topic Collection aims to promote innovations, evidence-based practice and highlight future perspectives in the field of interventional pulmonology. Please find the full details here.  Submissions: Open until 6th January 2025

Implementation and Scale-up of Tuberculosis Preventive Treatment

Tuberculosis is the top infectious disease globally, driven by transmission and progression from latent to infectious disease. The WHO urges closing diagnostic gaps and expanding TB preventive treatment (TPT) to reduce its burden. TPT remains underused worldwide, notably among household contacts, despite its effectiveness. Enhancing TPT implementation is crucial for disease elimination.  This Topic Collection seeks to highlight recent advancements in TPT, particularly among high-burden countries and household contacts, welcoming diverse research approaches. Please find the full details here. Submissions Closed