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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 2h

Join expert Anne O’Donnell, MD, Georgetown University Hospital, for an “Ask the Expert” session on bronchiectasis at 3 p.m. ET on Oct. 27. Explore how to diagnose the disease, understand the impact of exacerbations, and review management strategies.

Register: www.atsbec.com/content/ask-...

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 7h

What role does AI play in training the next generation of doctors? As Kaele Leonard, MD, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, explains on this ep of the ATS Breathe Easy podcast, there's still value to learning to do procedures without AI assistance.

Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQSh...

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 22h

Over 150 unvaccinated students in South Carolina quarantining after measles exposure; at least 8 new measles cases

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Over 150 unvaccinated students in South Carolina quarantining after measles exposure

The outbreak has grown to at least eight measles cases, officials said.

abcnews.go.com

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 1d

Today is Indigenous Peoples' Day, which recognizes the history, achievements, contributions, and diversity of indigenous peoples in the U.S. It also serves to bring awareness to issues facing indigenous people, including climate change and lack of access to health care resources.

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Annals of the ATS @annalsats.bsky.social · 1d

Tailored Navigation of Lung Cancer Screening and Smoking Cessation in LGBTQ+ Populations: Bridging Gaps, Building Trust
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky

🔓 Open Access

🔗 tinyurl.com/2vwrzakn

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 4d

Looking for some career advice? Njira Lugogo, MD, explains what it means to follow your passions and how to tap into your professional network to develop your opportunities and gain experience.

Watch the full episode now or tune in wherever you listen to podcasts: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXiP...

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 4d

"Vaccines are one of the most powerful tools health professionals must use to help keep our patients healthy. We encourage all Floridians to take advantage of these life-saving technologies in order to protect themselves and their communities.” (2/2)

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 4d

Message from the Florida Thoracic Society
“As clinicians who treat patients with critical illness and serious respiratory disease, we at the Florida Thoracic Society know first-hand the essential role that vaccines play in keeping Floridians safe. Vaccines are safe and effective." (1/2)

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 4d

The ATS 2025 International Conference in San Francisco celebrated the diverse communities that make up the ATS. Three key events brought members together in the spirit of connection, advocacy, and belonging.

Read more: site.thoracic.org/clinicians-r...

American Thoracic Society | Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion at…

Three key events during ATS 2025 brought members together in the spirit of connection, advocacy, and belonging.

site.thoracic.org

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 5d

Happy Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month! The ATS is highlighting some of its Latinx and Hispanic members to spotlight their stories & successes. Adali Martinez, MD, MPH, of UC San Francisco, explains how her heritage plays a role in her advocacy, as she addresses health disparities in medicine.

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 5d

The ATS is proud to join the inaugural Lung Transplant Awareness Day initiated by the Lung Transplant Foundation. This initiative honors patients, caregivers, donors & medical professionals while raising awareness about transplant access & outcomes #LTAday

Learn more: lungtransplantawarenessday.org

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 6d

#ICYMI Have an exceptional colleague who deserves to be recognized for their contributions to the fields of pulmonology, critical care, or sleep health? Nominate them for a 2026 ATS Respiratory Health Award! #ATS2026

Nominations close Oct. 17, 2025: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 6d

Nominations are open for the Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award! This award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made contributions in pulmonary, critical care, & sleep medicine, and will be presented at the #ATS2026 Women’s Forum.

Nominations close Nov. 24: site.thoracic.org/membership/a...

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 6d

"We are compelled to speak with one voice to say that the actions of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are endangering the health of the nation." - Six former U.S. surgeon generals speak out in a new @washingtonpost.com op-ed.

Read more: wapo.st/3VTALll

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 7d

Check out some of these great shots from this year's #ERSCongress! The ATS had a booth, and our Executive Committee met with a number of colleagues from our international peer societies.

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ATS Blue Journal @atsblueeditor.bsky.social · 7d

Who Will Evolve from Interstitial Lung Abnormalities to Interstitial Lung Disease? Early Radio-Proteomic Warning Signals in the Lung
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky

🔓 Open Access

🔗 tinyurl.com/fx4aj5br

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Annals of the ATS @annalsats.bsky.social · 7d

Effective Enforcement of Laws Prohibiting Underage Tobacco Product Sale Is Needed
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 7d

How can asthma experts best inform their colleagues of the uses of anti-inflammatory therapies? Njira Lugogo, MD, of University of Michigan Health, explains all of the tools she implements on this latest episode of the ATS Breathe Easy podcast.

Watch the episode now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXiP...

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Dr. Vin Gupta @vinguptamd.bsky.social · 7d

Do we need to split the MMR vaccine into 3 shots?

No.

-No medical reason. Current vax has no safety issues and works very well
-Kids don’t like needles. Why give them 3x the shots?
-Peds office already have limited bandwidth. Who staffs 3x the visits?

Another nonsensical, unserious “policy”

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 7d

The CDCreported 1,544 measles cases as of Sept. 24, the highest number of annual cases since the US declared measles eliminated in 2000. #medsky #vaccines
www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Tracking U.S. Measles Outbreaks (Gift Article)

As new cases are reported, our maps show the spread of the virus.

www.nytimes.com

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 8d

Join the ATS International Health Committee at 9 a.m. ET on Oct. 8, 2025, for an engaging webinar exploring the vital role of nurse scientists in advancing care for patients with COPD, ILD, and other serious respiratory illnesses.

Register today: thoracic.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Annals of the ATS @annalsats.bsky.social · 8d

More Than a Code: Getting the Epidemiology of Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease Right
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 8d

Happy Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month! The ATS is highlighting some of its Latinx and Hispanic members to spotlight their stories & successes. Alejandro Diaz, MD, MPH, of Harvard Medical School, discusses how his background guides his research and how he trains the next generation of doctors.

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Annals of the ATS @annalsats.bsky.social · 11d

Does Every Person with Asthma Need an Inhaled Corticosteroid?
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky

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🔗 tinyurl.com/yzszbb36

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American Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 11d

Be sure to check out Jennifer Taylor-Cousar, MD, MSCS, ATSF, on the Pediacast podcast, explaining why health equity matters for families and the barriers that impact health outcomes.

Listen now: www.pediacast.org/why-health-e...

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