In general, the capacity of the pulmonary system far exceeds the demands required for ventilation and gas exchange during exercise. Endurance training induces large and significant adaptations within ...

The Cardio-Pulmonary Rehabilitation Department provides outpatient services to patients recovering from heart and lung diseases. Our services include supervised exercise sessions, education, and ...

Comorbid lung function impairment was associated with increased risks for cardiovascular disease and mortality in type 2 diabetes.

In contrast, diffusion of gases between inhaled air entering the lungs and capillaries occurs within the lungs. Circulation in the fish is accomplished by a two-chambered heart, whereas a four ...

Prenatal exposure to delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive compound in cannabis, may affect fetal lung ...

The study, published today in the journal American Journal of Physiology-Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology, is part of ongoing research by OHSU scientists to understand the potential long-term ...

potentially leading to the development of chronic respiratory health conditions, such as asthma, in adolescence and adulthood ...

OHSU research finds exposure to THC, the psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, may have lifelong impacts to lung function Jamie Lo, M.D ...