Melissa I. Alvarez

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Adolescent Boys With High BMI Are at Risk for Moderate to Severe OSA

June 28, 2021

Adolescent boys with a higher BMI, adenotonsillar hypertrophy, and sleep-disordered breathing have an increased risk for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.

Sleep Information Center

Untreated Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to More Influenza Hospitalizations

Melissa I. Alvarez

March 2, 2021

There may be increased hospitalization risk from influenza infection in patients with obstructive sleep apnea who do not use continuous positive airway pressure.

Pulmonology Information Center

Lower Remission Rate in Asthma May Be Linked to Age at Diagnosis

Melissa I. Alvarez

January 13, 2021

Late-diagnosed asthma was identified as the most independent significant risk factor for non-remission in patients with asthma.

Asthma Information Center

Telemedicine Program Improves Clinical Outcomes in Young Adults With Asthma

Melissa I. Alvarez

August 26, 2020

Young adults with asthma experienced improved clinical outcomes after undergoing virtual care, known as a multi-level EMR-integrated smartphone-telemedicine program.

Neurology Information Center

Managing Neuropsychiatric Effects of COVID-19 in Multiple Sclerosis

Melissa I. Alvarez

July 8, 2020

The researchers concluded that effective monitoring of psychiatric and cognitive comorbidities was essential for patients with MS and updated treatment options applicable to the conditions of the viral pandemic are a necessity.