Juan C. Celedón, MD, DrPH
@juancceledonmd.bsky.social
Niels K. Jerne Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine, University of Pittsburgh. Past President, American Thoracic Society (2020-2021).
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300 million people have asthma. A joy co-authoring this @lancetrespirmed.bsky.social MS: Genetic+ environmental risk factors for asthma: towards prevention, led by G Koppelman+G Bruselle with @erikmelen.bsky.social+ M Pino as co-authors @atscommunity.bsky.social authors.elsevier.com/c/1ls9A7tFB1...
300 million people have asthma. A joy co-authoring this @lancetrespirmed.bsky.social MS: Genetic+ environmental risk factors for asthma: towards prevention, led by G Koppelman+G Bruselle with @erikmelen.bsky.social+ M Pino as co-authors @atscommunity.bsky.social authors.elsevier.com/c/1ls9A7tFB1...
September 30, 2025 at 6:32 PM
300 million people have asthma. A joy co-authoring this @lancetrespirmed.bsky.social MS: Genetic+ environmental risk factors for asthma: towards prevention, led by G Koppelman+G Bruselle with @erikmelen.bsky.social+ M Pino as co-authors @atscommunity.bsky.social authors.elsevier.com/c/1ls9A7tFB1...
Does cutting funding for health disparities research save money? Health disparities affect people facing barriers to health due to their race/ethnicity; SES; gender; or other traits linked to discrimination. COVID-19 caused more deaths in the poor+ Blacks+ Latinos... @atscommunity.bsky.social
August 24, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Does cutting funding for health disparities research save money? Health disparities affect people facing barriers to health due to their race/ethnicity; SES; gender; or other traits linked to discrimination. COVID-19 caused more deaths in the poor+ Blacks+ Latinos... @atscommunity.bsky.social
On immigrants: "Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed". H. Melville. New legislation will allow mass "hunts" for undocumented [email protected]
July 7, 2025 at 4:43 PM
On immigrants: "Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well-warmed, and well-fed". H. Melville. New legislation will allow mass "hunts" for undocumented [email protected]
Is violence exposure (ETV) associated with specific asthma endotypes? In an @annalsats.bsky.social paper, K Gaietto et al used nasal epithelial transcriptomics (2025 @jama.com) to show that ETV/gun violence are linked to T2- and T17-high asthma in Puerto Ricans. doi: 10.1513/AnnalsATS.202502-151OC
June 27, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Is violence exposure (ETV) associated with specific asthma endotypes? In an @annalsats.bsky.social paper, K Gaietto et al used nasal epithelial transcriptomics (2025 @jama.com) to show that ETV/gun violence are linked to T2- and T17-high asthma in Puerto Ricans. doi: 10.1513/AnnalsATS.202502-151OC
T2-low asthma (T2LA) is often thought rare in kids. In 4,284 U.S. youths, Dr. Han shows that, cons. with prior findings (JAMA 2025), T2LA prev. (by eos+ FeNO) is 46-60%. Older age, female sex, overweight+ SHS were linked to T2LA. doi: 10.1016/j.jaip.2025.04.040 @upmc.com @atscommunity.bsky.social
June 9, 2025 at 8:10 PM
T2-low asthma (T2LA) is often thought rare in kids. In 4,284 U.S. youths, Dr. Han shows that, cons. with prior findings (JAMA 2025), T2LA prev. (by eos+ FeNO) is 46-60%. Older age, female sex, overweight+ SHS were linked to T2LA. doi: 10.1016/j.jaip.2025.04.040 @upmc.com @atscommunity.bsky.social
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Today is #WorldNoTobaccoDay! The American Thoracic Society and its FIRS partners, support the World Health Organization’s (WHO) efforts to expose and condemn the tobacco industry’s harmful tactics—many of which are aimed at young people.
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/stop-tobacco...
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/stop-tobacco...
June 1, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Today is #WorldNoTobaccoDay! The American Thoracic Society and its FIRS partners, support the World Health Organization’s (WHO) efforts to expose and condemn the tobacco industry’s harmful tactics—many of which are aimed at young people.
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/stop-tobacco...
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/stop-tobacco...
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This #MemorialDay, we honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country.
As we remember their sacrifice, we also recognize the impact of military service on respiratory health—and recommit to advancing care and research for all who serve.
As we remember their sacrifice, we also recognize the impact of military service on respiratory health—and recommit to advancing care and research for all who serve.
May 26, 2025 at 12:46 PM
This #MemorialDay, we honor the brave individuals who gave their lives in service to our country.
As we remember their sacrifice, we also recognize the impact of military service on respiratory health—and recommit to advancing care and research for all who serve.
As we remember their sacrifice, we also recognize the impact of military service on respiratory health—and recommit to advancing care and research for all who serve.
Grateful to give the Amberson Lecture at the 2025 @atscommunity.bsky.social IC. After presenting our research on omics, stress+ asthma disparities, I recognized my homeland (#Barranquilla #Colombia) and current home (the U.S.)+ thanked all who made my work possible: ...
#ResearchForAll #Asthma
#ResearchForAll #Asthma
May 23, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Grateful to give the Amberson Lecture at the 2025 @atscommunity.bsky.social IC. After presenting our research on omics, stress+ asthma disparities, I recognized my homeland (#Barranquilla #Colombia) and current home (the U.S.)+ thanked all who made my work possible: ...
#ResearchForAll #Asthma
#ResearchForAll #Asthma
Our May Newsletter has updates on our Division at @upmc.com Children's Hosp. of Pittsburgh, incl. presentations at the @atscommunity.bsky.social Int. Conference in San Francisco, May 16-21! Looking forward to learning of new discoveries+ meeting old+ new friends at #ATS2025! #Innovation #Friendship
May 10, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Our May Newsletter has updates on our Division at @upmc.com Children's Hosp. of Pittsburgh, incl. presentations at the @atscommunity.bsky.social Int. Conference in San Francisco, May 16-21! Looking forward to learning of new discoveries+ meeting old+ new friends at #ATS2025! #Innovation #Friendship
Socioeconomic+ racial/ethnic health disparities in asthma are caused by unequal exposure to environmental risk factors+ worsened by unacceptable inequities in access to healthcare and treatment. All patients with asthma should have access to inhaled treatments! @atscommunity #WorldAsthmaDay2025
This #WorldAsthmaDay, the Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS), of which the ATS is a founding member, is launching an education campaign called "Increasing Access to Inhaled Medicines"
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releases
Learn more: site.thoracic.org/press-releases
May 6, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Socioeconomic+ racial/ethnic health disparities in asthma are caused by unequal exposure to environmental risk factors+ worsened by unacceptable inequities in access to healthcare and treatment. All patients with asthma should have access to inhaled treatments! @atscommunity #WorldAsthmaDay2025
A lovely visit to RDU as the 2025 Visiting Pulmonary Scholar for UNC+ Duke U. An honor to present our asthma research+ meet great fellows+faculty at their adult/peds pulmonary divisions. Thanks to @meradfor.bsky.social+Drs. Tighe+Doerschuk+Carson+Que for their hospitality. @atscommunity.bsky.social
April 18, 2025 at 4:38 PM
A lovely visit to RDU as the 2025 Visiting Pulmonary Scholar for UNC+ Duke U. An honor to present our asthma research+ meet great fellows+faculty at their adult/peds pulmonary divisions. Thanks to @meradfor.bsky.social+Drs. Tighe+Doerschuk+Carson+Que for their hospitality. @atscommunity.bsky.social
In 4,759 Latinos, acculturative stress, neighborhood problems+ discrimination were linked to asthma or asthma symptoms, while social cohesion was associated with lower odds of asthma. Depression+ anxiety explained 22%-26% of the cumulative stressors+ asthma symptoms link. @atscommunity.bsky.social
Sociocultural Stressors and Asthma among Adults in the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos (HCHS/SOL)
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April 14, 2025 at 6:17 PM
In 4,759 Latinos, acculturative stress, neighborhood problems+ discrimination were linked to asthma or asthma symptoms, while social cohesion was associated with lower odds of asthma. Depression+ anxiety explained 22%-26% of the cumulative stressors+ asthma symptoms link. @atscommunity.bsky.social
A brief stop in #Luxembourg, a nation with #HealthCareForAll+ a strong educational system (children learn 4 languages+ are prepared to thrive in a global economy). A place where teachers in public schools are well compensated+ strength is shown by caring for all citizens. @atscommunity.bsky.social
March 30, 2025 at 8:57 PM
A brief stop in #Luxembourg, a nation with #HealthCareForAll+ a strong educational system (children learn 4 languages+ are prepared to thrive in a global economy). A place where teachers in public schools are well compensated+ strength is shown by caring for all citizens. @atscommunity.bsky.social
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From 2010 to 2016 (latest data I have ), NIH research contributed to EVERY drug approved by the FDA
March 22, 2025 at 10:44 AM
From 2010 to 2016 (latest data I have ), NIH research contributed to EVERY drug approved by the FDA
A true privilege to serve as the speaker for the Inaugural Lecture honoring the rich legacy of Dr. Raif Geha, a great mentor+ a giant in allergy+ immunology, at today's Plenary Session of the Joint Congress of @aaaaiorg.bsky.social+ the World Allergy Organization in beautiful San Diego. #MedSky
March 4, 2025 at 2:26 AM
A true privilege to serve as the speaker for the Inaugural Lecture honoring the rich legacy of Dr. Raif Geha, a great mentor+ a giant in allergy+ immunology, at today's Plenary Session of the Joint Congress of @aaaaiorg.bsky.social+ the World Allergy Organization in beautiful San Diego. #MedSky
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Why should cuts to NIH funding matter to you?
With bipartisan support, the National Institutes of Health have impacted the lives of people in the U.S. by funding cutting-edge research leading to lifesaving preventive measures+ treatments for millions worldwide. @atscommunity.bsky.social #MedSky
With bipartisan support, the National Institutes of Health have impacted the lives of people in the U.S. by funding cutting-edge research leading to lifesaving preventive measures+ treatments for millions worldwide. @atscommunity.bsky.social #MedSky
February 8, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Why should cuts to NIH funding matter to you?
With bipartisan support, the National Institutes of Health have impacted the lives of people in the U.S. by funding cutting-edge research leading to lifesaving preventive measures+ treatments for millions worldwide. @atscommunity.bsky.social #MedSky
With bipartisan support, the National Institutes of Health have impacted the lives of people in the U.S. by funding cutting-edge research leading to lifesaving preventive measures+ treatments for millions worldwide. @atscommunity.bsky.social #MedSky
Why should cuts to NIH funding matter to you?
With bipartisan support, the National Institutes of Health have impacted the lives of people in the U.S. by funding cutting-edge research leading to lifesaving preventive measures+ treatments for millions worldwide. @atscommunity.bsky.social #MedSky
With bipartisan support, the National Institutes of Health have impacted the lives of people in the U.S. by funding cutting-edge research leading to lifesaving preventive measures+ treatments for millions worldwide. @atscommunity.bsky.social #MedSky
February 8, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Why should cuts to NIH funding matter to you?
With bipartisan support, the National Institutes of Health have impacted the lives of people in the U.S. by funding cutting-edge research leading to lifesaving preventive measures+ treatments for millions worldwide. @atscommunity.bsky.social #MedSky
With bipartisan support, the National Institutes of Health have impacted the lives of people in the U.S. by funding cutting-edge research leading to lifesaving preventive measures+ treatments for millions worldwide. @atscommunity.bsky.social #MedSky
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Look up the impact of NIH funding in your state: www.unitedformedicalresearch.org/nih-in-your-...
NIH In Your State - United For Medical Research
Select a state on the map to see the impact of NIH funding across America.
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February 8, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Look up the impact of NIH funding in your state: www.unitedformedicalresearch.org/nih-in-your-...
Reposted by Juan C. Celedón, MD, DrPH
We celebrate all the amazing women physicians who make up our amazing ATS Community!
February 3, 2025 at 4:24 PM
We celebrate all the amazing women physicians who make up our amazing ATS Community!
Disease strikes all, regardless of wealth, race/ethnicity, or personal beliefs. Thanks to NIH-funded discoveries: Since the 1950s deaths from neonatal respiratory distress syndrome went from 50% to <2% and deaths from cardiovascular diseases went down by 70%.
@atscommunity.bsky.social #SupportNIH
@atscommunity.bsky.social #SupportNIH
February 1, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Disease strikes all, regardless of wealth, race/ethnicity, or personal beliefs. Thanks to NIH-funded discoveries: Since the 1950s deaths from neonatal respiratory distress syndrome went from 50% to <2% and deaths from cardiovascular diseases went down by 70%.
@atscommunity.bsky.social #SupportNIH
@atscommunity.bsky.social #SupportNIH
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Breathing in the spirit of unity, we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on this #MLKDay. Together, let’s strive for a world where every breath is a symbol of equality and justice.
January 20, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Breathing in the spirit of unity, we honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. on this #MLKDay. Together, let’s strive for a world where every breath is a symbol of equality and justice.
Reposted by Juan C. Celedón, MD, DrPH
Understanding a child’s asthma type can help target treatment, but pinpointing it has relied on an invasive procedure that can be difficult to perform on a child.
New nasal test said to ID asthma subtypes in kids
Understanding a child’s asthma type can help target treatment, but pinpointing it has relied on an invasive procedure that can be difficult to perform on a child.
www.washingtonpost.com
January 12, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Understanding a child’s asthma type can help target treatment, but pinpointing it has relied on an invasive procedure that can be difficult to perform on a child.
Reposted by Juan C. Celedón, MD, DrPH
A noninvasive nasal swab test helped Pitt researchers detect multiple subtypes of asthma in kids, making headway toward personalized treatment. Thanks to @juancceledonmd.bsky.social
www.post-gazette.com/news/health/...
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New noninvasive asthma test may help doctors tailor treatment for kids
Impacting millions of children in the U.S. alone, asthma can be particularly problematic to diagnose with specificity — leaving the majority of kids...
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January 13, 2025 at 4:54 PM
A noninvasive nasal swab test helped Pitt researchers detect multiple subtypes of asthma in kids, making headway toward personalized treatment. Thanks to @juancceledonmd.bsky.social
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Application for the Underrepresented Trainee Development Scholarship is open🥳
Apply 👉: ow.ly/simc50Qh5w1
Get started today!
#ATS2025 #SanFrancisco #California #Medsky
January 11, 2025 at 1:46 PM
This program has helped launch the careers of many of our @atscommunity.bsky.social members from groups underrepresented in medicine. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend a great meeting+ present your research+ meet+ network with talented+ friendly colleagues! Apply!
#ATS2025 #SanFrancisco #MedSky
#ATS2025 #SanFrancisco #MedSky
Thinking of+ praying for our colleagues+ relatives+ friends and patients with lung disease affected by the unspeakable tragedy of the wildfires in California. Please see below for recommendations from @atscommunity.bsky.social for patients with respiratory illness who are exposed to wildfire smoke.
ATS patient fact sheet: wildfires www.thoracic.org/patients/pat...
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January 10, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Thinking of+ praying for our colleagues+ relatives+ friends and patients with lung disease affected by the unspeakable tragedy of the wildfires in California. Please see below for recommendations from @atscommunity.bsky.social for patients with respiratory illness who are exposed to wildfire smoke.