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ERS Roundup: Cell Transplant Boosts Lung Function in COPD Patients

Plus: idrevloride for primary ciliary dyskinesia and ultrasound for pulmonary embolism

Sep 15, 2023
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Acetazolamide May Help COPD Patients Reach New Heights

Along with self-monitoring, treatment limited altitude-related adverse health effects vs placebo

Sep 13, 2023
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Early Oophorectomy May Accelerate Onset of Chronic Health Problems

Premenopausal bilateral oophorectomy tied to higher odds of arthritis, sleep apnea, and more

Sep 13, 2023
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Climate Change a 'Major Threat' for Respiratory Patients, Experts Warn

ERS statement suggests action for individual physicians with affected patients

Sep 06, 2023
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COPD Inhalers' Link to Fracture Risk Supported in Pooled Trials

Certain treatment regimens associated with increased risk of fracture

Aug 21, 2023
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Generic Fluticasone–Salmeterol Inhaler for COPD Matches Branded Product

Similar incidences of exacerbation, pneumonia hospitalization between inhalers

Aug 07, 2023
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Pre-COPD Current and Former Smokers Not in the Clear for Airway Disease

But symptoms in tobacco-exposed people with preserved spirometry not tied to pulmonary decline

Aug 01, 2023
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Opinion
None of Your Patients Are Safe From Wildfires

We must do more to protect people from the health risks

Jun 13, 2023
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Dual Phosphodiesterase Inhibitor Improved Lung Function in COPD Patients

Ensifentrine also reduced moderate-to-severe exacerbations

May 24, 2023
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Real-World Data on COPD Combo Inhalers Favor LAMA-LABAs

Reduced exacerbations, pneumonia hospitalizations seen versus ICS-LABAs in observational study

May 23, 2023
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Mucus Plugs in Airways of COPD Patients Linked to Higher Mortality

In retrospective study, 54% mortality rate for those with mucus plugs in 3 or more lung segments

May 22, 2023
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Dupilumab Reduces COPD Exacerbations

Lung function and symptoms also bettered with biologic in patients with type 2 Inflammation

May 22, 2023
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Cognitive Testing Flags COPD Patients Unable to Maintain Proper Inhaler Technique

Lower MoCA scores associated with improper inhaler use despite face-to-face training

Apr 28, 2023
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Doctors Warn About Portable Oxygen Machines Sold Online

OTC devices don't work as well as prescription devices -- if they work at all, study shows

Apr 27, 2023
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