Category: Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Study to Evaluate Effectiveness of Brensocatib for Bronchiectasis

The BEST-BE observational study will track 1,000 bronchiectasis patients to measure the impact of brensocatib on pulmonary exacerbations and patient quality of life.

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Diabetes Test May Misdiagnose Patients With Sickle Cell Trait

A standard laboratory assay significantly underestimates blood sugar levels in people with sickle cell trait, potentially leading to widespread underdiagnosis of diabetes.

Chronic Pulmonary Disorders

Daily Walks Near Traffic Pollution Increased COPD Cough, Sputum

Traffic-related air pollution can worsen respiratory symptoms during daily exercise for people with chronic lung disease.

Asthma

Ai Tool to Help Predict Asthma Attacks

A collaboration between Jiva.ai and Aevice Health has developed a predictive model that identifies potential asthma exacerbations up to 72 hours in advance.

COPD

American Lung Association Launches COPD Management Program

American Lung Association is launching a new initiative to help the more than 16 million people in the US living with COPD manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Cystic fibrosis

Cystic Fibrosis Care Still Below Pre-Pandemic Levels

New data shows that patient visits and lung function tests for cystic fibrosis have not returned to 2019 levels despite new treatments and telehealth options.

Pulmonary Fibrosis

Genetic and Telomere Assessments Improved Pulmonary Fibrosis Care

Integrating genetic and telomere assessments into clinical care helps physicians refine diagnoses and adjust pulmonary fibrosis treatment plans.

Allergies

Microneedle Patch for Peanut Allergies Begins Clinical Trials

A phase 1 study is testing the safety of a microneedle device designed to deliver peanut protein through the skin for desensitization.

Other Chronic Diseases

Last Polio Patient Using Iron Lung Passes Away in Oklahoma

Martha Lillard, who was diagnosed with polio at age 5, passed away at the age of 78 after using an iron lung device for over seven decades.