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Video Interview: What do you say to a newly diagnosed patient with Asthma?

Written by | 21 Aug 2014

David Price, Primary Care Respiratory Society Professor, University of Aberdeen, UK and Affilate Associate Professor.

No harm in yoga: But not much help for asthma sufferers

Written by | 21 Aug 2014

Researchers examine health benefits of yoga for asthma sufferers. Yoga has long been promoted as a method for improving physical and mental well-being. And although yoga is often… read more.

Naloxone counteracts constipation and as an abuse deterrent.

Written by | 14 Aug 2014

Opioids are widely prescribed to patients experiencing chronic severe pain. While these drugs are very effective for treating and managing pain, they have one particularly bothersome side effect:… read more.

Sleep apnoea tied to diabetes in large study

Written by | 1 Jul 2014

In the largest study to date of the relationship between sleep apnoea and diabetes, a new study of more than 8,500 Canadian patients has demonstrated a link between… read more.

Press Release: Confident but not controlled: 92% of Irish people with asthma are confident about managing their condition however 48% are deemed ‘uncontrolled’1

Written by | 30 Jun 2014

Pan-European Survey reveals low levels of asthma control in Ireland. Irish respondents are experiencing asthma symptoms nearly 3 days a week. 48% of Irish people with asthma are… read more.

Researchers discover new potential antibody treatment for asthma

Written by | 23 Jun 2014

The antibodies significantly reduced baseline inflammation and protected against inhaled allergens.  Researchers at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton and McMaster University have successfully tested an antibody that can improve… read more.

Clear as nebulised saline!

Written by | 19 Jun 2014

Conflicting conclusions in 2 bronchiolitis studies is further discussed in the editorial.

Doctors are missing chances to diagnose COPD earlier

Written by | 9 May 2014

In up to 85 percent of cases.  “The substantial numbers of patients misdiagnosed and under diagnosed in this study is a cause for concern. It is important that… read more.

Asthma Society launch campaign for clean air

Written by | 1 May 2014

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Statins ease coughing in lung disease

Written by | 3 Apr 2014

Common cholesterol-lowering drugs could provide relief to patients suffering from a chronic lung disease, a study has shown.  Statins were found to help alleviate the chronic coughing associated… read more.

EMA Highlights: New medicines granted EU approval

Written by | 26 Mar 2014

by Gary Finnegan: The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has recommended approval of several new medicines.

FDA Highlights: Statin therapy cuts delirium in critically ill patients

Written by | 17 Mar 2014

by Bruce Sylvester: Ongoing statin treatment appears to prevent delirium in critically ill patients who had taken a statin prior to hospitalization, researchers reported online on Jan. 17,… read more.

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