It can be life threatening and requires immediate medical care. Acute respiratory failure occurs when your lungs cannot release enough oxygen into your blood, which prevents your organs from ...

ROME and LONDON -- Pope Francis suffered two episodes of "acute respiratory failure" on Monday, the Vatican said. The episodes were caused by a "significant accumulation of endobronchial mucus and ...

Reduced lung function can make recovery more difficult ... infections, or even respiratory failure if not properly managed. This is why improving care around surgery is crucial.

The American Lung Association released its report card ... recommendations for state lawmakers to consider, to improve some failing grades. When it comes to funding used for tobacco prevention ...