Attend our webinar Democratizing Lung Functional Genomics with AI on Monday 17th Nov at 1pm ET/10am PT! Register @ thoracic.zoom.us/webinar/regi... Feat Dr. @nathansalomonis.bsky.social demonstrating LungMAP ecosystem components! @ats-assemblies.bsky.social @ats-aii.bsky.social @ats-rcmb.bsky.social

Nov. 13 – 19 is Transgender Awareness Week, a time to reaffirm the commitment to equitable, compassionate care for all patients. The ATS commits to equity, dignity, and health for all members of the communities we serve.

Today is World Kindness Day! Kindness is something there is never enough of in the world. What will you do today to spread kindness?

Today, on World Pneumonia Day, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies is calling for urgent action to prevent #pneumonia deaths, particularly among children under five and other high-risk populations #childsurvivalaction #worldpneumoniaday  Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...

Join the RCMB Lung Aging Group on Monday, November 24th at 12pm ET for our annual retreat! Register at: site.thoracic.org/events/rcmb-...

This is also lung cancer awareness month! See some resources here:

Nominations are open for the Elizabeth A. Rich, MD, Award. The award recognizes an outstanding woman who has made contributions in pulmonary, critical care, & sleep medicine, and will be presented at the #ATS2026 Women’s Forum. Nominations close Nov. 24:

Remember early detection and treatment is incredibly important for improving outcomes for people with COPD!

Oxygen access is so vitally important to so many people! Come learn more about this. Registration instructions are available on the ATS website !

Time is running out to get those submissions in!

Have you submitted yet? There is still time!

November is COPD Awareness Month. We have some resources for COPD at

A systematic review of 511 studies showed that immunization against COVID-19, RSV, and influenza was safe and effective in people of all ages. #vaccines #medsky www.medpagetoday.com/infectiousdi...

Remember check out our website (and/or make sure be sure to be signed up for our emails) to learn all about the great webinars we have coming up!!!

Meet Dr Sophie Collins, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre. Dr Collins’ research explores cardiorespiratory structure-function, exertional dyspnea, and exercise limitations in airway/vascular disease🏃‍♀️ craftprd1.blob.core.windows.net/documents/me...

Taking the American Board of Internal Medicine's Critical Care Board Review exam? Check out the ATS Review for the Critical Care Boards, 2nd Edition 📖 Get your copy today: atsedplus.thoracic.org/content/ats-...

Today is Bronchiolitis Obliterans Syndrome (BOS) Awareness Day. This is a type of chronic rejection characterized by destruction of the small airways and narrowing and scarring of the airways within the donor lung(s). Learn more about BOS: site.thoracic.org/advocacy-pat...

Happy Respiratory Care Week to everyone! We hope this is a good reminder to take care of your lungs and those that help you to take care of them!!!

In celebration of spooky season, it is national horror movie day... so are you team horror movie or team hide under the blankets?? (Our team is definitely split here!)

As Infection Prevention Week continues, remember some of the most basic tips for infection prevention include washing your hands correctly, wearing a mask in public, avoiding touching your face and getting appropriate vaccines! If everyone does their part, we can all have better outcomes!

Have your checked our website to see the webinars that we offer? We average two or more webinars/journal clubs/ etc. a week! If the schedule doesn't line up for you, reminder you can access our recordings of prior ones on the website or our YouTube Channel!

Great resources for respiratory clinicians! The Aging SIG - palliative care subgroup contributed to these educational resources.

Since we are enjoying fall here.... are you team pumpkin or team apple???

📣 Nominations close soon!📣 There are only 2 days left to nominate colleagues for a 2026 ATS Respiratory Health Award! We're looking for candidates who contribute to the fields of pulmonology, critical care, or sleep health. Nominations close Oct. 17, submit today! site.thoracic.org/membership/a...

What role does AI play in training the next generation of doctors? As Kaele Leonard, MD, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, explains on this ep of the ATS Breathe Easy podcast, there's still value to learning to do procedures without AI assistance. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQSh...

We always love to see what our ECPs are up to in all our Assemblies!

Today is Indigenous Peoples' Day, which recognizes the history, achievements, contributions, and diversity of indigenous peoples in the U.S. It also serves to bring awareness to issues facing indigenous people, including climate change and lack of access to health care resources.

"Vaccines are one of the most powerful tools health professionals must use to help keep our patients healthy. We encourage all Floridians to take advantage of these life-saving technologies in order to protect themselves and their communities.” (2/2)

Today is National Walk to a Park Day! This is a great reminder that some time outside and some easy movement can be great for both physical and mental health! What do you love about your favorite local green space?!

Today is the first ever National Lung Transplant Awareness Day. These are life-saving procedures and yet people do not always have enough information around them. Learn more at : lungtransplantawarenessday.org

The CDCreported 1,544 measles cases as of Sept. 24, the highest number of annual cases since the US declared measles eliminated in 2000. #medsky #vaccines www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Happy Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month! The ATS is highlighting some of its Latinx and Hispanic members to spotlight their stories & successes. Alejandro Diaz, MD, MPH, of Harvard Medical School, discusses how his background guides his research and how he trains the next generation of doctors.

In 2026, Oxford University Press, in partnership with the ATS, will handle the production and dissemination of all four of the ATS peer-reviewed journals. This collaboration will enhance the visibility, reach and impact of the ATS publications. Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releas...

Reminder! You can find the information on all of our webinars on the ATS Website or in our weekly Upcoming Virtual Events email! So many ways to stay in touch!

Assembly Award Nominations are now open!

On this World Oxygen Day, it is good to remember just how important oxygen and oxygen access is for health! There are so many things you can do to help improve access to oxygen!

The ATS and CAPC are proud to introduce a new collaborative series of seven modules on ATS Ed+ for clinicians treating patients with serious illnesses. Earn CME! #pallipulm @anandiyermd.bsky.social @donsullivan.bsky.social @pallipulm.bsky.social#pallipulm Learn more: atsedplus.thoracic.org/capc/palliat...

Today is National Coffee Day so what is your favorite coffee order??

Today, for #WorldLungDay, the ATS hosted an event at the La Central YMCA to raise awareness and provide community resources around asthma and lung health, with talks from Michelle Ng Gong, MD, MS; George Thurston, ScD, and Givenchy Ayisi-Boahene, along with Q&A sessions with attendees.

Will we see you there tomorrow?!

Will we see you there?!

The 2026 ATS New Faculty Boot Camp will have tailored sessions for the Basic (PhD) Scientist track. Also, for the first time, non-U.S./Canadian residents can apply for admittance to the 2026 Basic (PhD) Scientist track! Registration details coming soon for 2026!

This is today! (And there is still time to register!) The @ats-aii.bsky.social presents a webinar on "How to Get What You Need & Want as a Woman in Science & Medicine" 🧪 🔬 🗓️ September 18 2025, 4-5PM EST Don't forget to register: bit.ly/4lwxS4k

Join our @atsmeded.bsky.social on Sept 25 at 4pm (Eastern) for a webinar on How to Get a Med Ed Grant! Join panelists Kashika Goyal, MD, Nancy Stewart, DO, Dustin Krutsinger, MD, in a session moderated by Yuri Matusov, MD!! Register here: thoracic.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

We always love to see what our Assemblies and Members have come up with for these submissions! Remember the ATS Conference is only as much of a success as it is because of all the passion and work y'all bring to it!

Happy Latinx & Hispanic Heritage Month! The ATS is highlighting some of its Latinx and Hispanic members to spotlight their stories & successes. Here's @juancceledonmd.bsky.social, MD, DrPH, ATSF, of UPMC, and past president of the ATS, talking about being a leader in field of pulmonary medicine.

Today is National Online Learning Day! Did you know all of our webinars can be found on our Youtube channel so you can watch them at your leisure?! youtube.com/@atscommunity

Today is National Positive Thinking Day! What is one positive thought you want to share with others?

The 21st Robert Grover Conference brought together investigators in Colorado to advance lung vascular biology + medicine. Since 1984, this biennial meeting has inspired cross-generational collaboration in a unique, secluded setting. 🌄🫁#groverconference @ats-pc.bsky.social @atscommunity.bsky.social

⏰There's still time to become an ATS Fellow! ⏰ This prestigious recognition is awarded to ATS members who have demonstrated excellence, dedication, leadership, and significant contributions to their field. Applications close Sept. 15 — apply today! site.thoracic.org/membership/a...