Respiratory and Health Issues Associated With 9/11: What the Research Shows
Although significant research has been done into the ongoing health and respiratory effects of the 9/11 World Trade Center attack, more studies are needed.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Is Home-Based Strength Training Beneficial for Patients With COPD?
Can a year-long home strength training program help patients with COPD to maintain gains made through pulmonary rehabilitation?
Switching Inhalers in Patients With Asthma and COPD
Should patients with asthma or COPD have their inhaler regimens switched for nonclinical reasons? A systematic review examined real world evidence on this subject.
Addressing Social Barriers to COPD Self-Management
Can addressing the social needs of patients with COPD support their self-management efforts and lower their risk of hospitalization?
Expert Panel Guidelines Promote Access to In-Home Noninvasive Ventilation for COPD
A new set of evidence-based guidelines may help address CMS policies that severely restrict access to in-home noninvasive ventilation by patients with COPD.
Voice as a Biomarker for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Study investigators aimed to develop a voice-based early warning system for COPD.
Chronic Noninvasive Ventilation for COPD May Improve Blood Gases, HRQoL
A new Cochrane review of 21 published studies examined effect of chronic noninvasive ventilation for stable and post-exacerbation COPD.
Multidisciplinary COPD Screening May Improve Smoking Cessation Efforts
A pilot study of diverse health professionals explored the feasibility and effectiveness of screening and educating patients at high-risk for COPD.
COPD Associated With Concurrent Use of Electronic, Conventional Cigarettes
The increased risk for COPD from dual use of electronic and conventional cigarettes was especially notable in men older than 65.
Generic Version of Perforomist Now Available
The first authorized generic version of Perforomist® (formoterol fumarate inhalation solution; Mylan Specialty L.P.) 20mcg/2mL has been made available by Teva Pharmaceuticals.
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