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Evidence-Based Medicine Must Lead the Way in Ensuring Public Health: December 09, 2024 - CHEST supports the fundamental responsibility of a public health system to seek out and apply evidence-based medicine in the development of sound policies essential to preventing illness and promoting a healthy society.
Encouraging CMS to Support In-Home Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Failure Related to COPD: October 28, 2024 - CHEST provides public comment to CMS in support of access to in-home noninvasive positive pressure ventilation for the treatment of patients with chronic respiratory failure related to COPD.
Addressing the IV Fluid Shortage: October 15, 2024 - In the wake of Hurricane Helene, CHEST calls on the Food and Drug Administration to coordinate efforts to mitigate supply chain challenges that have led to a massive shortage of IV fluids and peritoneal dialysis solutions.; See all >

John Howington, MD, MBA, FCCP, to Become the 87th President of the American College of Chest Physicians: December 20, 2024 - Effective January 1, John Howington, MD, MBA, FCCP, is the new President of the American College of Chest Physicians^® (CHEST). Neil S. Freedman, MD, FCCP, steps into the role of President-Elect; Lisa Moores, MD, FCCP, is the new President-Designate; and Jack D. Buckley, MD, MPH, FCCP, completes his term as President to become Immediate Past President of CHEST.
World AIDS Day 2024: December 01, 2024 - Together with the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, the American College of Chest Physicians is bringing attention to World AIDS Day.
World COPD Day 2024: November 18, 2024 - Together with the Forum of International Respiratory Societies, the American College of Chest Physicians is bringing attention to World COPD Day.; See all >

Fluid Dynamics: Tackling the IV Fluid Shortage Challenge: October 15, 2024 - The recent IV fluid (IVF) shortage triggered by Hurricane Helene underscores a persistent issue in health care that has been exacerbated by natural disasters. To combat the IVF shortage effectively, regional strategies must be implemented.
Make the Most of Your Time in Boston: Where to Eat and Have Fun: July 25, 2024 - See top picks for Boston restaurants and activities while you are attending CHEST 2024.
Fostering the Next Generation of Chest Medicine Clinicians: July 02, 2024 - CHEST Travel Grants help early career clinicians attend the annual meeting and provide a valuable mentorship experience. Read about the experiences of past CHEST Travel Grant awardees.; See all >

How to Start Your Leadership Journey With CHEST: May 31, 2024 - Network leader Corinne Young, MSN, FNP-C, FCCP, shares her tips for starting your leadership journey with CHEST and just a few of the benefits of volunteering.
My Path for Board Recertification: June 28, 2023 - The Longitudinal Knowledge Assessment option has created new opportunities for recertification. Saadia Faiz, MD, FCCP, shares insights into how she’ll maintain her four board certifications in light of these new options.
Slow Is Smooth and Smooth Is Fast: My Journey in Preparing for My Pulmonary Board Certification: June 28, 2023 - Michele Iguina, MD, explains her path to initial certification and the resources she used to prepare herself for the big exam.; See all >