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Sub headings in a bold font and increased point size Placeholder introduction copy: IPF is a form of lung disease that causes scarring (fibrosis) of the lungs; people living with IPF have a poor prognosis and symptoms that significantly impact their quality of life.
Since 2013, the Registry has collected real-world clinical data on over 5,000 IPF patients from 64 centres across the UK. These findings provide valuable insights into patient demographics, diagnostic trends, and treatment patterns, shaping the future of IPF care.
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27 February 2026
British Thoracic Society and the use of X (formerly known as Twitter)
For the past few months,the British Thoracic Society (BTS) has been monitoring the use of X.
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2026
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07 January 2026
Survey finds surge in interest for flexible working among Respiratory Trainees
The British Thoracic Society conducted a survey of respiratory trainees in 2024 as part of a broader national discussion on training, workforce sustainability, and career trajectories.
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05 January 2026
Welcoming the incoming Committee Chairs
BTS is pleased to announce two new incoming chairs who will be leading BTS Committees. Dr Odiri Eneje is the new Chair of the Education and Training Committee and Professor James Chalmers is the new Chair of the Standards of Care Committee.
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10 December 2025
New pilot audit of Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) dataset finds data collection at scale is feasible
The British Thoracic Society (BTS) has conducted a pilot audit of the EBUS dataset in preparation for a national audit in 2026.
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