A Call to Integrate Patient Perspectives in COPD Drug Development
New commentary highlights the need for patient-inspired frameworks to guide COPD therapy development.
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A Call to Integrate Patient Perspectives in COPD Drug Development
New commentary highlights the need for patient-inspired frameworks to guide COPD therapy development.
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Urine Test Predicts COPD Flare-Ups a Week in Advance
Researchers used artificial intelligence to analyze urine samples, accurately forecasting COPD symptom flare-ups seven days before they occurred.
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Vitamin B3 Reduces Lung Inflammation in COPD Patients
A new study suggests that a form of vitamin B3 may be the key to improving quality of life for patients with COPD.
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World COPD Day Highlights Spirometry
On November 20, the healthcare industry recognizes World COPD Day 2024 with an emphasis on importance of measuring lung function, also known as spirometry.
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Olympus America Celebrates COPD Awareness Month
During COPD Awareness Month, Olympus Corp of the Americas is celebrating strides in emphysema treatment.
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2025 GOLD Report on COPD
The Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) has posted a draft of its annual 2025 GOLD Report on COPD diagnosis, management, and prevention.
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Researchers Study Early Warning Signs of COPD in Younger Smokers
Researchers are exploring how small airway abnormalities in younger smokers could help identify who is at risk of developing COPD.
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COPD Foundation Debunks 7 Common COPD Myths
November is COPD Awareness Month and the COPD Foundation is working to better inform the community about the disease by debunking common myths.
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COPD Acoustic Patch Developer Secures $350K MedTech Innovation Prize
The startup, selected as the top prize winner by med-tech industry leaders, will use the funding to advance its acoustic resonance patch for COPD.Â
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On-demand Webinar: Respiratory COPD Solutions from Hospital Care Home Care
RT’s webinar on COPD hospital and home care solutions is now available for on-demand viewing.
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How to Help Patients Adhere to Airway Clearance Therapy at Home
Adherence to airway clearance therapy in the home is crucial for managing chronic lung conditions, but challenges like time constraints and lack of perceived benefit can hinder patient compliance. Experts offer strategies and new technologies to help improve patients’ adherence.
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8 Considerations for Delivering Oxygen Therapy to COPD Patients
As COPD progresses, a combination of pathological changes occur in the lungs which necessitate oxygen therapy, which may be delivered in both the acute care and home care settings.
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Vaping Predicted to Have Notable Impact on Europe’s COPD Burden
Research predicts that vaping—in addition to smoking and air pollution—will increase the burden of COPD in Western Europe by 2050, while home NIV is expected to reduce mortality from COPD exacerbations.
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Smartphone Voice Analysis Detects Early COPD Exacerbations
A pilot study suggests that changes in voice patterns recorded via smartphone may help detect early flare-ups in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
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Genetic Risk for COPD Linked to Lower Lung Function from Childhood
A new study finds individuals with higher genetic risk for COPD show lower lung function starting in childhood.
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Inhaling Lactobacilli Bacteria Shows Promise in Treating BPD and COPD
This live biotherapeutic product, tested in mouse models, shows promise in addressing common pathways of lung disease progression.
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Two-thirds of Patients Hospitalized for COPD Misuse Inhalers, Study Finds
Incorrectly using inhalers results in poor drug delivery, prompting researchers to call for enhanced education to ensure effective treatment and improve health outcomes.
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COPD Foundation Forms Partnership to Improve Access to Clean Air Solutions
The COPD Foundation has partnered with Clean Air Dynamics to emphasize the importance of clean air for managing chronic lung diseases and enhancing patient quality of life.
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Dupixent Wins Approval in Europe for COPD
The European Commission has approved Dupixent as an add-on treatment for adults with uncontrolled COPD.
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FDA Greenlights Inhaled Dual-Action COPD MedicationÂ
The inhaled therapy for the maintenance treatment of COPD combines bronchodilator and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory activities in one molecule.
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$35 Cap on COPD and Asthma Inhalers in Effect
Boehringer Ingelheim’s new program to cap out-of-pocket costs at $35 per month for eligible patients for the company’s inhalers is now available, according to the company.
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Unmasking Undiagnosed Asthma and COPD Improves Health
Identifying and treating people with previously undiagnosed asthma or COPD led to improved respiratory symptoms, quality of life, and reduced healthcare visits in the year after diagnosis.
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Race-Neutral Spirometry Equations May Boost Black Patient Enrollment in COPD Trials
Eliminating racially adjusted spirometry results could lead to a significant increase in Black patient participation in COPD clinical trials, according to findings presented at ATS 2024.
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Positive Data for Tezspire in COPD Patients
New data presented at ATS 2024 show the potential of Tezspire to play a role in the future treatment of COPD.
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