Paxlovid is effective for treating COVID-19. Why is it underused? The drug, Paxlovid, an oral antiviral treatment made by Pfizer, is lauded by experts as a powerful tool to prevent severe outcomes of COVID-19. Individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 or believe they have contracted the virus but have yet to test for it […]

Darren Riley co-founded environmental tech organization JustAir in 2021 with the goal of protecting his community by finding out if the air his neighbors are breathing is safe. The 32-year-old is a resident of Southwest Detroit, an area with the highest levels of air pollution in Michigan and that ranks among the top 5% in […]

Woman over 50 recovering from COVID The weather has been cold and snowy in much of the country recently, forcing many people to spend most of their time indoors. This, in turn, increases your risk of coming in close contact with someone who has COVID (or another contagious virus). But there’s a relatively easy way […]

People who recovered from a severe Covid-19 infection faced lung function damage, according to a new study. The researchers said that half of the participants in the study reported shortness of breath, which could be because of various reasons including co-morbidities and pollution. The study by the Christian Medical College, Vellore, which investigated the impact […]

New Delhi, Indians suffer high rates of lung function damage after acute Covid with about half reporting shortness of breath, according to a recent study, a worrying finding that experts attribute to various reasons, including co-morbidities and pollution. The study by the Christian Medical College, Vellore, is the largest from India to investigate the impact […]

Gas stoves emit nanocluster aerosol that may get deep into your respiratory system, study shows WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Cooking on your gas stove can emit more nano-sized particles into the air than vehicles that run on gas or diesel, possibly increasing your risk of developing asthma or other respiratory illnesses, a new Purdue University […]

Key Takeaways People with serious cases of both flu and COVID can experience symptoms throughout their body for months to years after the acute illness has resolved, according to a study. People hospitalized with COVID had a greater burden of disease, disability, and death than those with severe flu infections. Rather than trivialize a COVID […]

The trial aims to improve treatment options for severe COPD/emphysema patients with the Zephyr valve. Credit: kalhh from Pixabay. Pulmonx, a provider of minimally invasive treatments for COPD, has treated the first subject in the CONVERT II pivotal trial with the AeriSeal system. This international study is evaluating the AeriSeal system’s ability to limit collateral […]

At 9 on a cold January morning, Sami Iqbal got ready for work at his home in Lahore’s old quarter, a stone’s throw from the historic Badshahi Mosque. It was 6 degrees Celsius and the city was beginning to come alive — chai stalls in the vicinity pushed open their shutters and the doughy smell […]

High-flow nasal cannula (HFNC) was associated with a lower intubation rate compared with conventional oxygen therapy (COT) in patients hospitalized with COVID-19, according to a study in Therapeutic Advances in Respiratory Disease. The results are from a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials comparing intubation risk in patients with COVID-19-related acute hypoxemic respiratory failure […]

It’s not time to go grocery shopping yet, but a new published study suggests that a plant-based diet might protect people against COVID-19 infections. The authors surveyed 702 adults, nearly half of whom had previously contracted COVID. Those who ate an omnivore’s diet (meat, plants, everything) were more likely to have caught COVID (52 percent) […]

In a world where respiratory diseases like asthma and COPD tether millions to cumbersome treatments, a transformative shift is taking place. The Dry Powder Inhalation Device market, as detailed in the Global Market Report 2023, is on the brink of revolutionizing how we administer and manage these conditions. This narrative journeys through the core of […]

www.alliedmarketresearch.com/asthma-COPD-drug-market The global landscape of respiratory health is undergoing a significant transformation, with the Asthma and COPD Drugs Market emerging as a crucial player in combating chronic pulmonary conditions. Valued at $32,988.7 million in 2020, this market is projected to soar to $52,049.54 million by 2030, marking a notable CAGR of 4.64% from 2021 to […]

Imagine waking up each morning with the uncertainty of not being able to breathe freely. For millions globally, this is not a mere thought experiment but a daily reality, courtesy of chronic respiratory diseases such as asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). In an era where respiratory health is under siege, the spotlight has […]

Cases of “broken heart syndrome” have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new, small study. The syndrome, more formally known as takotsubo or stress cardiomyopathy, produces symptoms that feel like a heart attack — weakened heart muscles, shortness of breath and chest pain. But it is instead caused by physical or emotional stress […]

A recent study by the Christian Medical College, Vellore, highlights concerning rates of lung function damage among Indians post-acute COVID-19. Over half of the 207 participants reported shortness of breath even after over two months of recovery, signaling potential long-term health complications. According to Professor D J Christopher, who led the study, Indian populations seem […]

A Covid-19 patient died in a state-run hospital here, the third such virus-related death in West Bengal this year, a senior official of the health department said on Tuesday. The deceased, identified as Ashish Hazra, was first admitted to the National Medical College and Hospital with breathing trouble, the official said. “He was diagnosed with […]

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The deceased, identified as Ashish Hazra, was first admitted to the National Medical College and Hospital with breathing trouble. Published Date – 27 February 2024, 12:54 PM Kolkata: A Covid-19 patient died in a state-run hospital here, the third such virus-related death in West Bengal this year, a senior official of the […]

However, the CMC study did not cite any specific data from China or from European countries other than Italy. In terms of co-morbidities, CMS Vellore researchers found 72.5 per cent of individuals reporting underlying health conditions such as diabetes mellitus, systemic hypertension, and chronic lung diseases. Lung function tests revealed a concerning trend of impairment, […]

















