News

Looking for media resources?

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 >

World No Tobacco Day 2025: May 30, 2025 - Together with the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, the American College of Chest Physicians is bringing attention to World No Tobacco Day.
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.; See all >

Brensocatib awaits FDA approval for bronchiectasis following ASPEN results: June 4, 2025 - Experts Mark Metersky, MD, FCCP; Pamela J. McShane, MD; and Charles L. Daley, MD, FCCP, discuss the potential clinical implications of addressing inflammation in bronchiectasis—from reduced exacerbations and slowed decline in FEV to improved quality of life.
MATINEE shows positive results for mepolizumab in COPD: June 4, 2025 - Experts Frank Sciurba, MD, FCCP, and Gerard J. Criner, MD, FCCP, said clinicians have a second option for treating patients with high type 2 inflammation now that the FDA has approved the drug for those with an eosinophilic phenotype.
Study to test efficacy of tezepelumab for treating asthma exacerbations in the emergency department: June 4, 2025 - Diego J. Maselli, MD, FCCP, said the TERAA trial will provide needed evidence on the use of biologics in the acute care setting.; 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 >