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The Respiratory Impact of Federal Funding Cuts: May 2, 2025 - CHEST cosigned a letter to the Senate Committee on Appropriations on the profound respiratory consequences of unprecedented funding freezes at NIH.
Affirming the Standards of the Journal CHEST^®: April 18, 2025 - As the owner of the journal CHEST, the American College of Chest Physicians respects and supports the editorial independence of the journal.
An Update on Supplemental Oxygen Bill in Congress: April 18, 2025 - With the SOAR Act reintroduced in Congress, CHEST joins forces with respiratory-focused organizations to advocate for the passage of supplemental oxygen access reform.; See all >

ALA Research Grant: May 22, 2025 - The American College of Chest Physicians is joining with the American Lung Association to announce the opening of applications for the CHEST/ALA Guideline Implementation Research Grant for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Management.
World Asthma Day 2025: May 5, 2025 - Together with the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, the American College of Chest Physicians is bringing attention to World Asthma Day.
Guideline on Platelet and Plasma Transfusion Released by CHEST: April 30, 2025 - Published in the journal CHEST^®, the American College of Chest Physicians^® recently released a new clinical guideline on the transfusion of fresh frozen plasma (FFP) and platelets in critically ill adults.; See all >

Pooled data suggest sotatercept as novel disease-modifying therapy for PAH: May 21, 2025 - Aaron B. Waxman, MD, PhD, FCCP, said he believes the drug will become a first-line therapy option, but questions remain regarding when to initiate treatment.
Top-line results from FIBRONEER-ILD point to possible third agent for interstitial lung disease: May 21, 2025 - If the data prove accurate, Barry Shea, MD, said nerandomilast could become the first new treatment for lung fibrosis in more than a decade.
Advanced practice respiratory therapist: The new advanced practice provider: May 21, 2025 - The rise of the advanced practice respiratory therapist marks a pivotal advancement in respiratory care, addressing the growing need for specialized providers in health care.; See all >

Approaching Multidrug-Resistant TB With Shorter and Better Tolerated Oral Drug Regimens: May 21, 2025 - Explore the shift from lengthy therapies to shorter, all-oral treatment regimens for multidrug-resistant TB . Learn how novel agents like bedaquiline and pretomanid are improving outcomes and adherence.
Mentoring an LGBTQ+ Mentee: May 14, 2025 - Learn how to mentor LGBTQ+ medical professionals with empathy, allyship, and awareness. Dr. Adam Mora offers guidance on fostering safe, inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ mentees in health care.
Thank You, Volunteers: April 18, 2025 - In honor of Volunteer Appreciation Week, CHEST President John Howington, MD, MBA, FCCP, and CEO/EVP Robert Musacchio, PhD, pay tribute to the volunteers who make everything CHEST does possible.; See all >

How to Start Your Leadership Journey With CHEST: May 31, 2024 - Network leader Corinne Young, MSN, FNP-C, FCCP, shares her tips for starting your leadership journey with CHEST and just a few of the benefits of volunteering.
My Path for Board Recertification: June 28, 2023 - The Longitudinal Knowledge Assessment option has created new opportunities for recertification. Saadia Faiz, MD, FCCP, shares insights into how she’ll maintain her four board certifications in light of these new options.
Slow Is Smooth and Smooth Is Fast: My Journey in Preparing for My Pulmonary Board Certification: June 28, 2023 - Michele Iguina, MD, explains her path to initial certification and the resources she used to prepare herself for the big exam.; See all >