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Main Ingredients in Household Dust Come From Outdoors
Arsenic and other particles tracked indoors can be harmful, researchers warn

Older People at Greater Risk of Swine Flu Death
Cases in Mexico show young more likely to get sick, but elderly more likely to die

Tamiflu-Resistant Swine Flu Found in Canadian Father
Latest case underscores need to use the antiviral properly, experts say

Ventilation Positions Comparable in Lung Syndrome Patients
Face up or down doesn't affect death risk for acute respiratory distress, study finds

Health Tip: Keep Your Lungs Healthy
Here are some suggestions

Sinus Rinses May Do More Harm Than Good
Researchers find long-term risks, but not all agree

Depressed and Pregnant? Flu Shot May Be Needed
Symptoms of seasonal flu could be severe in this group of women, study finds

Most Who Want Swine Flu Shot Can’t Get It
CDC says 38 million doses now available, with 8 million more due next week

Wood Fires Can Harm the Youngest Lungs
Exposed infants more susceptible to bronchiolitis, study finds

Stem Cells May Offer Alternative to Lung Transplants
Novel protocol could provide new lung tissue for certain patients, researchers say