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Women's Disadvantage on Lung Transplant Waitlists May Be a More Global Problem

French study extends U.S. findings of disparities in organ access

Jan 08, 2025
Cancer Warnings on Alcohol? Surge in GI Illnesses; Swab Detects Kids' Asthma Type

Health news and commentary gathered by MedPage Today staff

Jan 03, 2025
Environmentally Friendlier COPD Inhaler May Also Be More Effective

Real-world data compare two single-inhaler triple therapies

Dec 30, 2024
FDA Says Decongestant in Many Cold Medicines Doesn't Work. So What Does?

A look at the agency's recent moves on a leading decongestant

Dec 26, 2024
Environmentally Friendlier COPD Inhaler May Also Be More Effective

Real-world data compare two single-inhaler triple therapies

FDA Says Decongestant in Many Cold Medicines Doesn't Work. So What Does?

A look at the agency's recent moves on a leading decongestant

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Alpha-Gal May Drive Sensitivity to IV Stelara in People With Red-Meat Allergies

Study findings open a window to other therapeutic options, expert says

Dec 14, 2024
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One in Six Adults With Asthma Didn't Adhere to Meds Due to Cost

They also had higher odds of having asthma attacks and emergency room visits

Dec 09, 2024
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Indoor Air Purification Improved Pulmonary Health in Kids

Trial included school-age kids in Chinese city known for severe air pollution

Dec 02, 2024
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People on Breathing Machines Struggle Without Power After Weather Disasters

Recent events highlight need for improvement and regulation

Dec 01, 2024
Power outages due to extreme weather are an increasingly common occurence.
Novel Burden Score May Better Predict Asthma Severity

New measure incorporates exacerbations and healthcare utilization

Nov 27, 2024
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Metformin Use Linked to Fewer Asthma Attacks

Addition of GLP-1 drugs led to an even greater reduction

Nov 19, 2024
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Asthma Tied to Memory Difficulties in Kids

Relationship was stronger in kids with earlier onset of asthma

Nov 11, 2024
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FDA Plans to Ban Popular Cold Med

Data review shows that oral phenylephrine is not effective as a decongestant, agency says

Nov 07, 2024
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Mixed Bag for Clinicians Vying for House Seats

Some races still too close to call

Nov 06, 2024
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Increased Mortality Risk Among Socially Isolated Older Adults With COPD

Social isolation may lead to fewer resources for managing the condition

Nov 04, 2024
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How to Navigate OTC Cold and Flu Drugs

A pharmacist and a doctor weigh in on the best options

Oct 30, 2024
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Novel Drug Improved Symptoms in Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Monoclonal antibody cendakimab also reduced eosinophils compared with placebo

Oct 30, 2024
ACG over a photo of Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA.
What Is the Optimal Reliever Therapy for Difficult-to-Control Asthma?

Meta-analysis says anti-inflammatory relievers beat bronchodilators in reducing exacerbations

Oct 28, 2024
ACAAI over a photo of Hynes Convention Center in Boston, MA.
Study: Medicare's Competitive Bidding Program Not a Danger to COPD Oxygen Users

Prices went down but reductions in new oxygen prescriptions and discontinuations were minimal

Oct 28, 2024
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