New podcast: Eosinophilic Lung Diseases

"A one-stop shop for a better understanding of this important cell and all the diseases associated with it." In the latest ERS Monograph podcast, early career representative Sheila Ramjug talks to David J. Jackson and Michael Wechsler about their Monograph, Eosinophilic Lung Diseases. In a conversation covering eosinophil types and the way they work, the safety of eosinophil depletion, key chapters and important questions for the future, David and Michael explain why this Monograpoh is relevant to everyone, both junior and senior physicians and scientists alike. Access the podcast on the ERS Respiratory Channel and order your print copy of the Monograph at ersbookshop.com

Coming soon from the ERS Monograph

Look out for the following titles, coming soon in the ERS Monograph book series: Complex Breathlessness, Lung Diseases and Cancer, and Inequalities in Respiratory Health. Visit ersbookshop.com to browse all the titles in the ERS Monograph collection.

Listen to the latest ERS Monograph podcasts

The ERS Monograph podcast provides a fascinating overview of the latest instalments in our book series. Each episode looks at a different Monograph, with interviews featuring Guest Editors and leaders in the field. On the ERS Respiratory Channel, you'll find podcast episodes on pulmonary rehabilitation, COVID-19, respiratory diseases in newborn infants and much more. Visit the ERS Respiratory Channel to access the podcast and order print copies of the Monograph from ersbookshop.com  

Inspiring ERS Early Career Members: a positive impact on professional careers

Each year, the European Respiratory Society (ERS) offers many opportunities to support Early Career Members (ECMs) working in the respiratory field in advancing their careers, through fellowships, representation at ERS Assemblies and presentations at the ERS Congress. In a new Breathe article, ECMs Alexander Mathioudakis, Christian Osadnik, Agnes Boots, Matteo Bradicich, Sabine Bartel, Rainer Gloeckl and Joana Cruz reflect on the impact that being part of the ERS has on their professional careers. Inspiration for all ECMs to participate in future ERS opportunities.

Time to Breathe

In the first video in the Time to Breathe series, Peter Barry discusses his article "Progress in precision medicine in cystic fibrosis" with European Respiratory Society (ERS) E-Learning Director Emer Kelly. Watch the video and visit breathe.ersjournals.com the ERS' free-to-access educational publication.

Access the latest ERJOR papers

The most recent papers published in ERJ Open Research (ERJOR), the European Respiratory Society's fully open access research journal, include original research articles on cough symptom severity assessment in unexplained chronic cough and the impact of temperature on respiratory symptoms in COPD, and a review article on mortality and survival in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Visit openres.ersjournals.com to browse the latest articles in full.

ERJ: latest complete issue

The latest complete issue of the European Respiratory Journal is available online. It features original articles on COVID-19: on convalescent plasma for hospitalised patients, and another on awake prone positioning and oxygen therapy. The issue also features an original article on prenatal tobacco exposure as an asthma and allergy risk in children, a research letter on pneumococcal vaccine serotypes in pneumonia patients in Germany, and a state-of-the-art article on alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency. Visit erj.ersjournals.com to find out more and to browse the issue in full.

There's an ERS Monograph to suit your needs

COVID-19, Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Eosinophilic Lung Diseases are amongst our most popular ERS Monographs. But we have a broad range available, covering topics such as Clinical Exercise Testing, Pleural Disease and Tuberculosis. Visit books.ersjournals.com to access the Monograph online or ersbookshop.com to order print copies. And if you can't see a Monograph that suits your needs, email us at monograph@ersnet.org – we're always interested in hearing your ideas.

Listen to the latest ERS Monograph podcast episodes

The ERS Monograph podcast provides a fascinating overview of the latest instalments in our book series. Each episode looks at a different Monograph, with interviews featuring Guest Editors and leaders in the field. On the ERS Respiratory Channel, you'll find podcast episodes on pulmonary rehabilitation, COVID-19, respiratory diseases in newborn infants and much more. Visit the ERS Respiratory Channel to access the podcast and order print copies of the Monograph from ersbookshop.com  

ERS announces new Monograph Chief Editor appointment

The European Respiratory Society (ERS) is pleased to announce that Professor Peter Calverley has been appointed the new ERS Monograph Chief Editor. Professor Calverley, Emeritus Professor of Respiratory Medicine at the University of Liverpool (UK), has been involved with the ERS for many years as a member of the Executive Committee, and the Science and Education Councils. He has also been President of the British Thoracic Society and the Editor of and contributor to a number of textbooks. Professor Calverley said: "I am delighted to have been appointed as the next Chief Editor of the ERS Monograph, one of the Society's best known publications. I hope to build on the work of my predecessors and ensure that the Monograph provides up to date, accessible and considered reviews of all aspects of respiratory medicine." He will commence his 4-year mandate in September 2022.

ERS urges humanitarian support for Ukraine and suspends Russian/Belarusian collaborations

As we witness, with great sadness, the continuation of the invasion of Ukraine, we call upon members and the wider respiratory community to support humanitarian aid initiatives for Ukrainian people wherever possible. Please consider supporting one or more of these active humanitarian aid initiatives: International Committee of the Red Cross; Ukraine Humanitarian Fund – United Nations; UNICEF – Emergency support to conflict in eastern Ukraine; UNHCR – The UN Refugee Agency; Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF); International Medical Corps. Alongside this call for support, the European Respiratory Society (ERS) is currently taking steps to suspend collaborations with Russian and Belarusian societies.

ERS announces new ERJ Chief Editor appointment

The European Respiratory Society (ERS) is pleased to announce that Professor James Chalmers has been appointed the new European Respiratory Journal (ERJ) Chief Editor. Professor Chalmers is currently British Lung Foundation Chair of Respiratory Research at the University of Dundee (UK) and Honorary Consultant Respiratory Physician at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. He brings a wealth of experience to the role of Chief Editor, including extensive clinical and translational research and considerable editorial experience, having served as Deputy Editor of the ERJ. He commented: "I am honoured and delighted to have the opportunity to lead the ERJ [...] my goal is to ensure it serves the needs of the Society and the scientific community by publishing the very best clinical, translational and experimental science." He will commence his 5-year mandate in September 2022.

New Monograph: Sarcoidosis – available now!

The new ERS Monograph on Sarcoidosis has been published. With myriad clinical manifestations, and multi-system involvement, there is a need for all clinicians to have a working knowledge of this condition. This Monograph provides a comprehensive overview of the most recent advances in sarcoidosis. Opening with chapters on history, epidemiology and pathobiology, it goes on to provide in-depth coverage of: specific organ manifestations and general diagnostic pathways; traditional as well as innovative treatment strategies; and, importantly, patient quality-of-life assessment. This book will be useful to clinicians around the world. Order your print copy at ersbookshop.com or visit books.ersjournals.com to access the book online

New podcast: COVID-19

"Suddenly, I find myself involved in research and clinical care in a disease I hadn't even heard about two and half years ago." In a conversation that encapsulates the pandemic rollercoaster, Guest Editors Aurelie Fabre, John Hurst and Sheila Ramjug discuss the importance of the ERS Monograph on COVID-19, providing as it does a comprehensive review of all areas of the disease. This podcast is a fascinating listen for researchers and clinicians from both within and beyond respiratory medicine, and will even appeal to the lay listener. The podcast covers the incentives behind a COVID Monograph, standout chapters, the positives that can be drawn from the pandemic and the importance of collaboration: "a reflection of how much we can achieve when we work as one". Access the podcast on the ERS Respiratory Channel and order your print copy of the Monograph at ersbookshop.com

Access the newly published ERS Guidelines for the diagnosis of asthma in adults

Although asthma is very common, affecting 5–10% of the population, the diagnosis of asthma in adults remains a challenge in the real world, which results in both over- and under-diagnosis. An ERS Task Force was set up to systematically review the literature on the diagnostic accuracy of tests used to diagnose asthma in adult patients and provide recommendations for clinical practice. The latest ERS Guidelines for the diagnosis of asthma in adults have been published in the European Respiratory Journal. The European Lung Foundation has also produced a lay version to help people with suspected asthma to understand the Guidelines. Access the Guidelines now