Amy Attaway, MD MS
@amyattawaymd.bsky.social
Mom of 2, Pulm Crit staff #CleClinicLungs, #COPD /skeletal muscle loss/ #sarcopenia ☘️ND5 SUNYBuff11 Wmed14 UH17 CWRU22. #greatenthusiasms #medsky #pulmsky
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When researchers examined physical activity levels, the pattern was striking. Those with the highest levels of activity in midlife and later life were 41–45% less likely to develop dementia than those who had the lowest levels of activity.
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Exercise at One Stage of Life May Cut Dementia Risk by Up to 45%
For years, scientists have known that moving our bodies can sharpen our minds.
www.sciencealert.com
November 21, 2025 at 3:23 AM
When researchers examined physical activity levels, the pattern was striking. Those with the highest levels of activity in midlife and later life were 41–45% less likely to develop dementia than those who had the lowest levels of activity.
www.sciencealert.com/exercise-at-...
www.sciencealert.com/exercise-at-...
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2026 GOLD report addresses disease activity, technology, exacerbations in COPD. To keep up with COPD research and care developments, the report features two completely revised chapters and several updated sections. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3btkrcak
2026 GOLD report addresses disease activity, technology, exacerbations in COPD
To keep up with COPD research and care developments, the 2026 Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease report features two new sections/chapters, two completely revised chapters and seve...
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November 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
2026 GOLD report addresses disease activity, technology, exacerbations in COPD. To keep up with COPD research and care developments, the report features two completely revised chapters and several updated sections. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3btkrcak
My 4th grader was asked to draw a "heart" ❤️ 😆 #FutureScientist ?
November 18, 2025 at 3:47 AM
My 4th grader was asked to draw a "heart" ❤️ 😆 #FutureScientist ?
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The Canadian Act on COPD National Steering Group (NSG) has developed "My COPD Checklist" which empowers patients to have meaningful discussions with their health care providers. To download the Checklist: www.copdcanada.info/my-copd-chec...
November 16, 2025 at 4:18 PM
The Canadian Act on COPD National Steering Group (NSG) has developed "My COPD Checklist" which empowers patients to have meaningful discussions with their health care providers. To download the Checklist: www.copdcanada.info/my-copd-chec...
I was so excited to organize a webinar between #ATS and #JRS (the Japanese Respiratory Society). The trickiest part was the timezone! Join us: Nov 11th 6 pm EST (Nov 12th 8 AM in Japan), featuring Dr. Russ Bowler (ATS G&G, CCF) and Dr. Edahiro (JRS, Osaka Univ.) 🇺🇸🇯🇵🫁 @ats-gg.bsky.social
American Thoracic Society | Frontiers in Omics: Translational…
The American Thoracic Society is the world's leading medical society dedicated to accelerating the advancement of global respiratory health through…
site.thoracic.org
November 9, 2025 at 2:23 AM
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Nature Reviews Nephrology comment on the harms of NIH grant terminations related to kidney disease
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
November 6, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Nature Reviews Nephrology comment on the harms of NIH grant terminations related to kidney disease
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
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Reposted by Amy Attaway, MD MS
My quote of the day
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
November 1, 2025 at 12:05 PM
My quote of the day
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
Reposted by Amy Attaway, MD MS
We have progressed from data collection to data analysis.
November 1, 2025 at 12:31 AM
We have progressed from data collection to data analysis.
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Reposted by Amy Attaway, MD MS
Something old something new—introduction to the ninth edition TNM classification of #lungcancer 📖
#radiology
#chestrad
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@kerrijohannson.bsky.social
academic.oup.com/bjr/article/...
#radiology
#chestrad
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@kerrijohannson.bsky.social
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Something old something new—introduction to the ninth edition TNM classification of lung cancer
Abstract. The tumour, node, and metastasis (TNM) classification system is fundamental for describing the anatomical extent of lung cancer, encompassing the
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October 22, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Something old something new—introduction to the ninth edition TNM classification of #lungcancer 📖
#radiology
#chestrad
@laurengroner.bsky.social
@amyattawaymd.bsky.social
@kerrijohannson.bsky.social
academic.oup.com/bjr/article/...
#radiology
#chestrad
@laurengroner.bsky.social
@amyattawaymd.bsky.social
@kerrijohannson.bsky.social
academic.oup.com/bjr/article/...
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So #medsky, the secret is out. BIG NEWS!! I am sooo very excited to share my thoughts on healing that truly honors the body’s wisdom and innate healing. I’ve learned so much in the process of writing this. I hope it can be a companion in your journey, as a healer or someone who is seeking healing ❤️🩹
October 14, 2025 at 10:55 PM
So #medsky, the secret is out. BIG NEWS!! I am sooo very excited to share my thoughts on healing that truly honors the body’s wisdom and innate healing. I’ve learned so much in the process of writing this. I hope it can be a companion in your journey, as a healer or someone who is seeking healing ❤️🩹
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Today marks the inaugural Lung Transplant Awareness Day: Inhale Gratitude. Exhale Hope. 🫁
For many living w/ advanced lung disease, a lung transplant represents hope & a second chance at life
#lungtransplantawarenessday
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@accpchest.bsky.social
@pulmpeeps.bsky.social
For many living w/ advanced lung disease, a lung transplant represents hope & a second chance at life
#lungtransplantawarenessday
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@accpchest.bsky.social
@pulmpeeps.bsky.social
October 9, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Today marks the inaugural Lung Transplant Awareness Day: Inhale Gratitude. Exhale Hope. 🫁
For many living w/ advanced lung disease, a lung transplant represents hope & a second chance at life
#lungtransplantawarenessday
@amyattawaymd.bsky.social
@accpchest.bsky.social
@pulmpeeps.bsky.social
For many living w/ advanced lung disease, a lung transplant represents hope & a second chance at life
#lungtransplantawarenessday
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@accpchest.bsky.social
@pulmpeeps.bsky.social
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"We do have the potential to eliminate cervical cancer in our lifetimes. It depends on vaccine access and uptake being high."
www.medpagetoday.com/pediatrics/v...
www.medpagetoday.com/pediatrics/v...
HPV Shot May Protect Unvaccinated Women Too
'We have that potential to actually eliminate cervical cancer in our lifetimes, researcher says
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September 29, 2025 at 11:45 PM
"We do have the potential to eliminate cervical cancer in our lifetimes. It depends on vaccine access and uptake being high."
www.medpagetoday.com/pediatrics/v...
www.medpagetoday.com/pediatrics/v...
🌿 This weekend, the #ClevelandClinic #COPD & #asthma Center joined the American Lung Association’s #LungForce Walk at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
COPD affects millions, and events like this remind us why advancing research, education, and compassionate care is so important. 💙 #LungHealth
COPD affects millions, and events like this remind us why advancing research, education, and compassionate care is so important. 💙 #LungHealth
September 28, 2025 at 6:08 PM
🌿 This weekend, the #ClevelandClinic #COPD & #asthma Center joined the American Lung Association’s #LungForce Walk at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
COPD affects millions, and events like this remind us why advancing research, education, and compassionate care is so important. 💙 #LungHealth
COPD affects millions, and events like this remind us why advancing research, education, and compassionate care is so important. 💙 #LungHealth
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Treatment of Severe Asthma Is Not “Cookie-Cutter” Medicine
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky
🔓 Open Access
🔗 tinyurl.com/5n6zu9vj
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky
🔓 Open Access
🔗 tinyurl.com/5n6zu9vj
September 25, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Treatment of Severe Asthma Is Not “Cookie-Cutter” Medicine
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky
🔓 Open Access
🔗 tinyurl.com/5n6zu9vj
@atscommunity.bsky.social #medsky
🔓 Open Access
🔗 tinyurl.com/5n6zu9vj
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Will we see you there tomorrow?!
Tomorrow is World Lung Day! Join us for a special free World Lung Day event in NYC, as we partner with the La Central YMCA to raise awareness and provide community resources around asthma and lung health.
⏰ 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET on Sept. 25, 2025
🗺️ La Central YMCA, 434 Westchester Ave, Bronx, NY
⏰ 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET on Sept. 25, 2025
🗺️ La Central YMCA, 434 Westchester Ave, Bronx, NY
September 24, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Will we see you there tomorrow?!
I was so excited to organize a webinar between #ATS and #JRS (the Japanese Respiratory Society). The trickiest part was the timezone! Join us: Nov 11th 6 pm EST (Nov 12th 8 AM in Japan), featuring Dr. Russ Bowler (ATS G&G, CCF) and Dr. Edahiro (JRS, Osaka Univ.) 🇺🇸🇯🇵🫁 @ats-gg.bsky.social
American Thoracic Society | Frontiers in Omics: Translational…
The American Thoracic Society is the world's leading medical society dedicated to accelerating the advancement of global respiratory health through…
site.thoracic.org
September 24, 2025 at 1:31 AM
I was so excited to organize a webinar between #ATS and #JRS (the Japanese Respiratory Society). The trickiest part was the timezone! Join us: Nov 11th 6 pm EST (Nov 12th 8 AM in Japan), featuring Dr. Russ Bowler (ATS G&G, CCF) and Dr. Edahiro (JRS, Osaka Univ.) 🇺🇸🇯🇵🫁 @ats-gg.bsky.social
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Partnership and collaboration are key in medicine when it comes to saving lives, as asthma expert Njira Lugogo, MD, explains when talking about patient outcomes with host Amy Attaway, MD, on the ATS Breathe Easy podcast.
Watch now or tune in wherever you listen to podcasts: youtu.be/4ubMlFuqsVI
Watch now or tune in wherever you listen to podcasts: youtu.be/4ubMlFuqsVI
September 12, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Partnership and collaboration are key in medicine when it comes to saving lives, as asthma expert Njira Lugogo, MD, explains when talking about patient outcomes with host Amy Attaway, MD, on the ATS Breathe Easy podcast.
Watch now or tune in wherever you listen to podcasts: youtu.be/4ubMlFuqsVI
Watch now or tune in wherever you listen to podcasts: youtu.be/4ubMlFuqsVI
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As World Lung Day approaches on Sept 25., here are some tips to improve your respiratory health:
🫁 Avoid polluted areas
🚭 Quit smoking and avoid second-hand smoke
👟 Exercise
💉 Vaccinate against flu, pneumonia, and COVID-19
🌿 Fight climate change
Learn more about our upcoming World Lung Day events:
🫁 Avoid polluted areas
🚭 Quit smoking and avoid second-hand smoke
👟 Exercise
💉 Vaccinate against flu, pneumonia, and COVID-19
🌿 Fight climate change
Learn more about our upcoming World Lung Day events:
American Thoracic Society | World Lung Day 2025: Healthy Lungs,…
On World Lung Day, ATS, as a member the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS), urges people everywhere to protect their lung health.
site.thoracic.org
September 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM
As World Lung Day approaches on Sept 25., here are some tips to improve your respiratory health:
🫁 Avoid polluted areas
🚭 Quit smoking and avoid second-hand smoke
👟 Exercise
💉 Vaccinate against flu, pneumonia, and COVID-19
🌿 Fight climate change
Learn more about our upcoming World Lung Day events:
🫁 Avoid polluted areas
🚭 Quit smoking and avoid second-hand smoke
👟 Exercise
💉 Vaccinate against flu, pneumonia, and COVID-19
🌿 Fight climate change
Learn more about our upcoming World Lung Day events:
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In light of Paul Offit, MD, being fired from the FDA’s advisory committee on vaccines, as well as Florida’s decision to end school vaccine mandates, we are re-releasing this vital episode on the importance of vaccines featuring Dr. Offit and Tina Hartert, MD, MPH.
Watch now: youtu.be/MnqHr4EIQFI
Watch now: youtu.be/MnqHr4EIQFI
September 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
In light of Paul Offit, MD, being fired from the FDA’s advisory committee on vaccines, as well as Florida’s decision to end school vaccine mandates, we are re-releasing this vital episode on the importance of vaccines featuring Dr. Offit and Tina Hartert, MD, MPH.
Watch now: youtu.be/MnqHr4EIQFI
Watch now: youtu.be/MnqHr4EIQFI
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The ATS joins over a hundred health and medical organizations in opposing the Environmental Protection Agency’s attempt to roll-back the landmark legal opinion that greenhouse gases endanger public health.
Read more (via @commondreams.org): www.commondreams.org/news/climate...
Read more (via @commondreams.org): www.commondreams.org/news/climate...
Medical Groups Tell EPA: Don't Kill 'Main Tool' to Combat Climate Crisis | Common Dreams
Over 120 top health and medical organizations joined the growing chorus of opposition to the Environmental Protection Agency's attempt to roll back the endangerment finding.
www.commondreams.org
September 23, 2025 at 10:30 PM
The ATS joins over a hundred health and medical organizations in opposing the Environmental Protection Agency’s attempt to roll-back the landmark legal opinion that greenhouse gases endanger public health.
Read more (via @commondreams.org): www.commondreams.org/news/climate...
Read more (via @commondreams.org): www.commondreams.org/news/climate...
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My quote of the day
There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you.
Paramahansa Yogananda
There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you.
Paramahansa Yogananda
September 21, 2025 at 10:56 AM
My quote of the day
There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you.
Paramahansa Yogananda
There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first; when you learn to live for others, they will live for you.
Paramahansa Yogananda
Today's cat picture from my son. #caturday #catsofbluesky
September 20, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Today's cat picture from my son. #caturday #catsofbluesky
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The Board of Directors has signed this joint statement by the Infectious Diseases Society of America, joining more than 20 national medical and health organizations.
As national medical, scientific, public health and patient organizations, we call for the resignation of HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to ensure the health of the American people.
Our statement: https://bit.ly/45LeJHi
Our statement: https://bit.ly/45LeJHi
September 19, 2025 at 7:24 PM
The Board of Directors has signed this joint statement by the Infectious Diseases Society of America, joining more than 20 national medical and health organizations.