An NHS worker from Wythenshawe was awarded the British Empire Medal in recognition of how he went ‘above and beyond’ during the covid pandemic. Simukai Mudzingwa, 49, was made a BEM in recognition of his work to help deliver “the highest level of care for the sickest of patients”. The Ward Manager’s Assistant works on […]

Adherence to guidelines for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may be improved by integrating respiratory specialists into general practitioner (GP) practices, according to study findings published in Thorax. The pragmatic, cluster, randomized controlled INTEGR COPD study (ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03482700) sought to determine whether integration of specialists (ie, consultant physicians, trainee respiratory physicians, and respiratory physiotherapists) […]

Quick Take A social media post recommends that drinking fenugreek, ginger, and honey can cure asthma. We fact-checked and found the claim to be Mostly False. The Claim A Facebook post claims that fenugreek, ginger, and honey can cure asthma. We have attached a screenshot of the post below: Fact Check What is asthma? Asthma […]

Company Logo Europe Respiratory Monitoring Market Industry Number Of People Over The Age Of 65 Years In Percentage By Country Eu Europe Respiratory Monitoring Market Industry Number Of People Over The Age Of 65 Years In Percentage By Country Eu Dublin, Feb. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Europe Respiratory Monitoring – Market Share Analysis, […]

Imagine gasping for air with every breath you take, a reality for those living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). In a world where medical advancements often seem just out of reach, a gleam of hope shines through as Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Sanofi break new ground. The duo announced the U.S. Food and Drug […]

Sanne HB van Dijk,1,2 Marjolein GJ Brusse-Keizer,1,3 Charlotte C Bucsán,2,4 Eline H Ploumen,1,5 Wendy JC van Beurden,2 Job van der Palen,3,4 Carine JM Doggen,1,6 Anke Lenferink1,2,6 1Health Technology & Services Research, Technical Medical Centre, University of Twente, Enschede, the Netherlands; 2Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Medisch Spectrum Twente, Enschede, the Netherlands; 3Medical School Twente, Medisch Spectrum […]

The world is witnessing a silent crisis unfold in the shadows of bustling cities and smoke-laden skies. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a term that encompasses a range of breathing-related problems, is not just a health issue but a growing economic and social burden. As we delve into the expanding universe of the COPD Devices […]

Imagine gasping for breath with each step you take, not because you’re unfit, but because your body simply won’t do what it once did effortlessly. This was the reality for Gerald Branim, a 55-year-old avid runner from Tennessee, whose life took an unexpected turn when COVID-19 left him battling a rare and debilitating condition: diaphragm […]

As coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) public health restrictions are relaxed, the circulation of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) alongside other respiratory viruses may lead to an increased likelihood of coinfection (1). Older patients face a higher risk of severe outcomes, when infected with multiple respiratory viruses (2). This study highlights […]

The rays of dawn have seldom felt as invigorating as they did for Taylor Stephenson, a 26-year-old beacon of resilience, post her third double lung transplant at Duke Hospital. Born with cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder merciless in its agenda, Taylor’s life has been a testament to human spirit’s indomitable will. Her journey, marked by […]

Acute lung injury (ALI) is a condition which affects about 20 per cent of all patients in intensive care. A new medicine hailed as a magic bullet could revolutionise the treatment of intensive care patients with lung disorders, scientists claimed. The new drug – developed by researchers at Queen’s University, Belfast – could become the […]

Nov. 18—LEBANON — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center is the first hospital in New Hampshire to offer a new lung valve treatment for patients with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or emphysema. Recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration under their “Breakthrough Devices” status, the Zephyr Endobronchial Valve treatment is the first minimally invasive procedure […]

Jul. 5—As COVID-19 cases waned in Eastern Washington, influenza made its return. Seven people died from influenza in Spokane County during this most recent flu season, typically from early October through the end of May. Spokane Regional Health District reported on June 14 that there were 77 confirmed influenza hospitalizations within Spokane County during the […]

Representational image (IANS) A study conducted by Vellore’s Christian Medical College has shed light on the long-term effects of COVID-19 on Indians, revealing lingering lung function impairment and persistent symptoms among a significant number of recovered patients. Considered India’s most extensive investigation into the impact of SARS-CoV-2 on lung function, the study focused on 207 […]

Infants born to coronavirus-infected mothers have a much higher chance of health issues such as difficulty breathing compared with the newborns of moms without COVID-19, a new study shows. The study, published in the Journal of Maternal-Fetal and Neonatal Medicine, adds to mounting evidence that COVID-19 complications can be especially hard on pregnant people and […]

The US vaccines specialist Moderna, which made its name through the success of its Covid-19 shot, is preparing to launch a new respiratory shot, putting it in competition with GSK. Moderna said it continued to expect initial regulatory approvals for its respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine for older adults from the first half of this […]

VOCs are a diverse group of organic chemicals that can evaporate into the air and are commonly found in various products and environments. The current breath analysers are either bulky or require a long preparation time and a heater. This adds up to the power consumption of the device and a long waiting time. The […]

MCC blames Hootagalli CMC; Hootagalli CMC says not us but MCC and MUDA Mysore/Mysuru: While open dumping has remained a persistent concern in Mysuru over recent years, residents allege that garbage dumped at vast dump yards is set on fire during the night to expediently dispose of unsegregated waste. Over the past two days, residents […]

For almost three years since the end of 2019, Wuhan virus or Covid-19 rampaged across India before it was finally capped during which lakhs died. The actual figure of dead is still debated as the WHO placed its estimates at over 40 lakh deaths while the government of India placed the number at around 5 […]

Maltese sporting bodies and clubs have been reminded by SportMalta of their responsibilities to enforce the COVID-19 protocols issued by the Health Authorities as the number of cases continues to increase in the last few weeks. In a letter sent to all sporting organisations, SportMalta said sports activities, particularly contact sports, are very high-risk activities […]

















