Environmental Fungal Sensitization Associated With Worse Outcomes in COPD
Sensitization to environmental fungi was associated with poorer outcomes in patients with COPD.
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Asthma, COPD Medication Adherence Up During Pandemic
Medication adherence for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic,
Asthma-Specific Questionnaires May Identify Psychological Comorbidities in Chronic Disease
Asthma-specific questionnaires may reveal a more targeted method for identifying psychological comorbidities in patients with chronic asthma.
USPSTF Updates Recommendations for Smoking Prevention in Children, Adolescents
The United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends that primary care clinicians provide interventions to prevent the initiation of smoking in the pediatric population.
High Rate of Pulmonary Embolism Found for Patients With COVID-19
COVID-19 is associated with a high rate of pulmonary embolism.
Smoking Only in Early Pregnancy Still Puts Baby at Risk
While quitting smoking during the first trimester slightly decreases the risk for low birth weight in newborns, any duration of maternal smoking during pregnancy is associated with low birth weight and abnormal body proportions.
Hematologic Features in Severe Pneumonia With SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Patients with severe pneumonia due to SARS-CoV-2 infection who have high D-dimer levels may benefit from anticoagulation therapy.
DEA: 2020 Drugs of Abuse Resource Guide Now Available
The guide includes information on a drug’s origin, common street names, how it is abused, what effect it has on the mind and body, what the overdose effects are, and what its legal status is in the US.
PARS vs Asthma Predictive Index for Predicting Allergic, Nonallergic Asthma
The Pediatric Asthma Risk Score (PARS) may be able to predict the development of allergic and nonallergic asthma in children better than the Asthma Predictive Index.
ACAAI: Statement on Corticosteroid Use for Allergies, Asthma During COVID-19 Pandemic
The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) has issued a statement regarding the use of corticosteroids for patients with allergies and asthma.
Artificial Intelligence Framework May Predict ARDS in COVID-19
Increases in elevated ALT, myalgias, hemoglobin predictive of acute respiratory distress syndrome.
Vaping Trends in Adolescents Increasing; FDA Seeks Public Help to Prevent Lung Injuries
The FDA has opened a docket to gather information from the public on the use of vaping products that may be linked to recent lung injuries associated with e-cigarettes.
Three Neonates Born to Mothers With COVID-19 ID’d as Positive
One of 3 neonates was born early; all 3 had pneumonia on chest radiographic imaging.
Article Addresses Allocation of Ventilators During Pandemic
Determining allocation should include ethical considerations, ability of facilities to incorporate ventilators.
CDC: Modest Decreases Seen in TB Cases, TB-Related Deaths
From 2017 to 2018, 2 and 5% declines seen in incident TB and TB-related deaths, respectively.
Incidence of Tuberculosis High in Children Exposed to the Disease
Preventive therapy effective in most TB-infected children if given before development of active disease.
Antibiotics May Not Help Children With Suspected Pneumonia
Outcomes do not differ for those with suspected CAP discharged from the ED with or without antibiotic prescription.
COPD: Importance of Educating Patients on Proper Inhalation Technique
Practitioners can play a vital role in providing education and training on correct inhalation techniques to enhance therapeutic benefit and optimal medication delivery. Overall, the goal for the provider is to be confident when educating patients on proper use of inhalation technique, emphasize the importance of medication adherence, and maintain follow-up appointments.
COVID-19 Preparation Recommendations From the COPD Foundation
The COPD Foundation released practical recommendations for patients living with COPD who may have concerns about COVID-19.
Typical Chest CT Findings Help Screen for Coronavirus Infection
Architectural distortion, traction bronchiectasis, CT involvement score aid in assessing disease severity.
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