American Thoracic Society (ATS)

The call for scientific abstracts and case reports for #ATS2027 is now open! We are looking for research on respiratory disease, critical care and sleep medicine, including quality improvement projects.

Submissions close at 5 p.m. ET, Nov. 4, 2026 so submit today: site.thoracic.org/conference/pro…

Calling all ATS members: The ATS is conducting a survey to better understand your professional needs and experiences, and your feedback is critical to ensure ATS can best support you. Be sure to check your inbox for the survey sent out on Nov. 5!

As Tonya Winders, president of @gaapporg, explains on the ATS Breathe Easy podcast, there is a misconception that COPD only affects smokers, leading it to be under-diagnosed.

Watch the full episode on ATS NOW or wherever you tune in to podcasts: atsnow.thoracic.org

The @CalThoracic is hosting an educational webinar, "Mechanical Ventilation: Weaning Parameters for Safety and Optimization," on Friday, Nov. 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PT, with Pablo Gonzalez, RRT, ACCS, NPS, and Shazia Jamil, MD.

Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

The Vaccine Guidance Review Panel, a multi-medical society effort, announced its endorsement of influenza, RSV and COVID-19 recommendations for adults and children.

Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releases…