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Examining the Risk of Pulmonary Embolism in Patients with Asthma
Pharmacy Times Patients with asthma have recently been reported to have a considerably greater risk of pulmonary embolism (PE), a complication that may be underdiagnosed since the classic warning symptom of dyspnea is also perceived as a sign of asthma. Increasing … |
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Half of asthma patients underestimate exacerbation risk
Pulse More than half of asthma patients did not consider themselves at risk of an asthma attack, despite many having at least one risk factor for an exacerbation, claims an asthma charity. Asthma UK estimates over two million patients are at risk of an … People in Northern Ireland 'unaware of asthma risks' Charity: Attitude of 'it's just asthma' needs to change Chief Executive |
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Smoking ban linked to 1900 fewer A&E admissions for asthma patients
The Guardian Researchers from the University of Bath examined the number of emergency admissions during the first three years after the ban on smoking in public places was introduced in England – where the prevalence of asthma is one of the highest in the world, … Smoking Ban In England Reduces ER Asthma Visits By 5% Smoking ban has led to a 5% fall in emergency hospital admissions for asthma England's smoking ban linked to annual five percent drop in emergency … |
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Smoking ban linked to 1900 fewer A&E admissions for asthma patients
Observer Researchers from the University of Bath examined the number of emergency admissions during the first three years after the ban on smoking in public places was introduced in England – where the prevalence of asthma is one of the highest in the world, … Smoking Ban In England Reduces ER Asthma Visits By 5% Smoking ban has led to a 5% fall in emergency hospital admissions for asthma Smoking ban cuts asthma |
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Spring Can Be Especially Challenging For Asthma Patients
KXO Radio El Centro, California (NAPSI) – While many people are excited about the warmer weather and blooming flowers that springtime brings, nearly 40 million Americans are also preparing for the onslaught of seasonal allergy symptoms. For some, springtime … Chiropractic Management for Asthma Sufferers (Part 3) |
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New Inhaler Helps Asthma Patients
WTAJ A new asthma inhaler, that could help doctors create a more accurate plan to treat each patient. A wireless sensor sits on top of a regular inhaler. Anytime a patient takes a puff, maps show when and where the inhaler was used and records how much … |
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Examining the Risk of Pulmonary Embolisn in Patients with Asthma
Pharmacy Times Patients with asthma have recently been reported to have a considerably greater risk of pulmonary embolism (PE), a complication that may be underdiagnosed since the classic warning symptom of dyspnea is also perceived as a sign of asthma. Increasing … |
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Help patients control their asthma.
J Fam Pract. 2013 Apr;62(4):184-90
Authors: Broders J, Desai K, Wilson SA
Abstract
For most asthma patients, long-term symptom control requires the frequent monitoring and aggressive medication management that family physicians are well positioned to provide.
PMID: 23570030 [PubMed – in process]
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Banner Health offers new treatment for patients with asthma
newszap.com PHOENIX – Two Banner Healthhospitals have introduced a treatment option for patients with severe asthma who previously had to rely solely on medication to manage severe asthma symptoms. The treatment is available at Banner Good Samaritan Medical … |
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Banner Health offers new treatment for asthma patients
newszap.com PHOENIX – Two Banner Healthhospitals have introduced a treatment option for patients with severe asthma who previously had to rely solely on medication to manage severe asthma symptoms. The treatment is available at Banner Good Samaritan Medical … |
View full post on asthma – Google News