Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Quit-smoking drug safe for lung disease patients
Medication that helps smokers to quit is safe for use by people with chronic lung conditions, research suggests.
May 10, 2017
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Bronchitis
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Preserving the power of antibiotics
Of the 10 million prescriptions for antibiotics that emergency department physicians in the U.S. write each year, many are prescribed for known viral infections such as acute bronchitis and upper respiratory infections, which ...
Oct 6, 2016
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Medications
FDA bolsters warnings about class of antibiotics
(HealthDay)—The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday that it's strengthening label warnings on a class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones because the drugs can lead to disabling side effects, including ...
Jul 26, 2016
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Health
Telemedicine holds out hope for better disease management
The EU CHROMED project has been researching telemedicine care models for chronic diseases, offering the benefits of early diagnosis and treatment alongside a reduction in the socioeconomic burden.
Jun 15, 2016
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Medications
FDA warns of potential side effects of powerful antibiotics
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is ratcheting up its warning about the potential side effects of a type of commonly-prescribed powerful antibiotic often known by the brand name Cipro.
May 13, 2016
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
US patients face significant barriers in accessing adequate care for chronic lung disease
Despite being the third leading cause of death in the USA, people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (lung disease) face significant challenges in accessing care, with treatment costs remaining out of reach for many, ...
May 13, 2016
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Doctors' checklist could help decrease length of COPD patients' hospital stay
Patients with worsening chronic obstructive pulmonary disease spend less time in hospital when their doctors manage their care by using a checklist of steps called order sets.
May 29, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Immediate care doctor talks about bronchitis
When a cold has lasted too long or a cough is especially bothersome, it's important to see a medical professional.
May 18, 2015
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Cardiology
High-value research of 2014 presented for internal medicine
(HealthDay)—Articles relating to atrial fibrillation, venous thromboembolism, acute bronchitis, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring for hypertension screening, and guidelines relevant to generalist practice are included ...
May 4, 2015
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
COPD takes big toll on employment, mobility in US
(HealthDay)—The respiratory illness known as COPD takes a toll on mobility and employment, with a new report finding that nearly one-quarter of Americans with the condition are unable to work.
Mar 27, 2015
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