LTS Scientific Blog & News

Stay updated with the latest pulmonary research, announcements, and health alerts from the LTS clinical community.

Announcement4 Jul 2026

Closing of the First LTS Educational Conference for Primary Care and Emergency Physicians

The Libyan Thoracic Society concluded its annual scientific day, held under the banner "Bridging Primary Care and Emergency Medicine" at the Medical Specialties Council in Tripoli, with more than 250 physicians in attendance.

LTS Team

2 min read

Announcement15 Mar 2026

LTS Publishes Updated COPD Management Guidelines for Libyan Clinicians

The Libyan Thoracic Society has released revised clinical guidelines for the diagnosis and management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, reflecting the latest international evidence adapted for the Libyan healthcare context.

Dr. Anis Misrati

4 min read

Announcement8 Mar 2026

Health Alert: Rising Asthma Cases Reported in Coastal Regions

Regional health data indicates a 23% increase in asthma-related emergency visits across Tripoli and Misrata during the spring season. LTS urges clinicians to ensure patients have up-to-date action plans.

LTS Public Health Committee

3 min read

Announcement20 Feb 2026

Annual Thoracic Surgery Symposium: Call for Abstracts Now Open

Submissions are invited for the 12th Annual Libyan Thoracic Surgery Symposium, to be held in Tripoli in September 2026. Deadline for abstract submission is 30 June 2026.

Symposium Scientific Committee

3 min read

Announcement28 Jan 2026

LTS Signs Memorandum of Understanding with European Respiratory Society

A new collaboration agreement will facilitate joint training programmes, visiting fellowships, and shared access to clinical research platforms between LTS and the ERS over the next three years.

LTS Executive Board

4 min read

Announcement12 Jan 2026

Benghazi Pulmonary Rehabilitation Unit Opens with LTS Support

The new 18-bed pulmonary rehabilitation unit at Jalaa University Hospital began accepting referrals this week, marking the first dedicated facility of its kind in eastern Libya.

Dr. Fatma Al-Warfali

3 min read

Research4 Dec 2025

Research: Dust Exposure Linked to Elevated COPD Risk in Southern Libya

An LTS-sponsored cross-sectional study of 834 adults in Sabha and Murzuq found that chronic occupational dust exposure was associated with a 2.7-fold increase in COPD prevalence compared to urban controls.

LTS Research Committee

5 min read

Announcement22 Nov 2025

Health Alert: Influenza Surge — Updated Guidance for At-Risk Patients

LTS issues advisory after Tripoli Central Hospital reports a 41% week-on-week increase in influenza admissions among patients with chronic respiratory conditions. Vaccination coverage remains below 19%.

LTS Clinical Advisory Board

3 min read

Announcement15 Oct 2025

LTS Launches National Lung Cancer Screening Pilot in Tripoli

In partnership with the Libyan Ministry of Health, LTS has initiated a low-dose CT screening pilot targeting adults aged 50-74 with a smoking history of 20 pack-years or more. The programme aims to enrol 1,200 participants in its first year.

Dr. Khaled Al-Zawi

4 min read