PHYSICAL REHABILITATION

Introduction Low physical activity (PA) levels are associated with increased healthcare utilization and reduced survival in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).1–5 PA levels are associated with disease severity,6–11 with lower PA levels observed in severe COPD patients than in patients with mild to moderate COPD. Thus, improving PA levels is a key COPD […]

The American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) said its Annual Respiratory Fly-In was a success, with 93 advocates attending more than 200 House and Senate meetings on Capitol Hill. In an Oct. 12 news update, the AARC said respiratory therapists attending the Fly-In asked for support for an upcoming bill, Medicare Payment Reform for Oxygen. […]

Regional West’s cardiac rehabilitation program was recently re-certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). The certification recognizes Regional West’s commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards of care. The Rehab Center’s cardiac rehabilitation program emphasizes exercise and education to decrease risk factors and improve the health […]

Posted Date: 10/16/2023 Mon Health Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital is proud to announce the recertification of its Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition of the commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards of care. AACVPR Program Certification is the […]

0 Tragic Story of Age Discrimination in Lazio: Nurse Fired for Exceeding Age Limit In an era where diversity and equality in the workplace have been amplified, a tragic story of age discrimination emerges from a quiet town in the heart of Lazio. Medioli Sandy, who turned 40 last September, found her life turned upside […]

October 13, 2023 —  This fall, students from the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences and Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management will receive medals for their undergraduate academic success. Before they cross the stage, let’s get to know these award-winning graduands. GOVERNOR GENERAL’S SILVER MEDAL Emily Morrison, Kinesiology and Recreation Management Growing up in Hartney, Manitoba, […]

Asbestos exposure in the workplace can deliver deadly health consequences. It can cause injury or disease, adding to the risk of developing asbestos-related illnesses, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). If your job involves construction, insulation installation, roofing or similar tasks, you may be at risk. Here, experts break down asbestos exposure, […]

A specialist respiratory team in Midlothian, Scotland is revolutionizing the way lung disease patients receive care by delivering it directly to their homes. The Community Respiratory Team (CRT) aims to reduce the amount of time patients spend in the hospital, having identified the importance of providing comprehensive care to patients with conditions such as Chronic […]

Sushmita Sen is back as Aarya and how! The trailer of Aarya 3, which dropped today, October 12, promises to take the gritty world of Aarya Sareen, played by Sushmita, a notch higher. Bold and fiercer than ever before, Sushmita has taken up new challenges this time, which means she will be faced with new […]

Spirometry is a vital diagnostic tool that plays a crucial role in managing patients with chronic lung conditions. This non-invasive pulmonary function test measures the volume and flow of air as it moves in and out of the lungs, providing valuable insights into a patient’s lung function. For individuals suffering from chronic lung conditions such […]

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Severe damage to the brachial plexus—the group of nerves that control the movements of your hands, arms and wrists—can leave your entire hand and arm paralyzed. While sports injuries, cancer and radiation therapy are risk factors for damage to the brachial plexus, motorcycle accidents account for nearly 70% of injuries that […]

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LONDON, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Cystic Fibrosis has affecting a large portion of the global population.  According to an epidemiology study conducted by the American Lung Association, nearly 70,000 individuals worldwide are presently living with this dreadful disease. Although there is no permanent cure for it, but numerous cystic fibrosis treatment solutions have been developed […]

PESHAWAR, Oct 08 (APP):Senior medical specialists here Sunday said that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) was a killer disease and awareness among masses were necessary to eradicate it. “COPD is a common lung disease, which restricts airflow by causing severe breathing problems of a patient and mass awareness was inevitable against it,” said Dr Malik […]

ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital held a grand-opening celebration last week for its new facility at 750 W. Central Texas Expressway, near Seton Medical Center in Harker Heights. “We have had so much support and so many kind words; most importantly we’ve had phenomenal patients here, and this all an outcome of the amazing team we have […]

Visakhapatnam, or Vizag as the locals fondly call it, is in the midst of a health transformation that’s turning heads and hearts. What’s causing all the buzz? It’s a quartet of game-changers: NABH accreditation, AMTZ innovation, KIHT prototypes, and the rock-solid Star Health assurance First up, NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers) […]

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Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a disease that is not reversible, characterized by progressive airflow limitation and respiratory symptoms. COPD commonly results from an inflammatory process due to exposure to harmful gases and particles, especially cigarette smoke, that is preventable and treatable.1 Oxidative stress is key in driving COPD-related inflammation, even in people […]