Asthma, COPD tied to worse COVID-19 outcomes
(HealthDay)—Patients with active asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are at increased risk for severe COVID-19 outcomes, according to
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New bioengineered lung model could help scientists to advance research in lung conditions
An interdisciplinary team of researchers from McMaster and SickKids are developing a cutting-edge lung model that can better respond to
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COVID-19 and Asthma
Potential asthma-COVID-19 risk People with asthma develop infections of the lower respiratory tract (LRT) more frequently than those without, and
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There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to treat severe asthma, study shows
Wheezing, coughing that doesn’t stop, a pale and sweaty face: clinically, severe asthma attacks look very similar from patient to
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How to Prevent Mold Allergies
Molds are a common type of microscopic fungi that grow in warm and moist conditions, most often in the form
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Lipid biomarkers in urine can determine the type of asthma
In a new study, researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have used a urine test to identify and verify a
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Drug discovery study identifies promising new compound to open constricted airways
The experts at the University of South Florida teamed up to advance potential asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
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Curbing COVID Brought Unexpected Benefit for Asthma Patients
TUESDAY, Oct. 20, 2020 — Measures enacted to slow the spread of the new coronavirus also appeared to reduce hospitalizations
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Perrigo Asthma Inhalers Recalled Due to Clog Risk
TUESDAY, Sept. 22, 2020 — Perrigo inhalers have been recalled because they could clog and not provide patients with any
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Asthma, COPD and Bronchitis: study shows risks of E-cigarettes
Vapers of E-cigarettes have an increased risk for chronic lung diseases such as COPD, Asthma and Bronchitis. The write U.S.
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