Antibiotics cut COPD exacerbations GP online Antibiotic treatment of COPD with azithromycin reduces exacerbations by a quarter, but may affect some patients' hearing, a US study suggests. However, the impact of such a treatment strategy on antibiotic resistance ... |
 Baltimore Sun (blog) | Danica Patrick raises awareness of COPD ahead of Baltimore Grand Prix race Baltimore Sun (blog) Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, or COPD, including emphysema and chronic bronchitis, are the third leading cause of death in the United States, according to government data. It's caused by smoking, secondhand smoke, chemicals and air pollutants ... and more » |
Common Antibiotic Azlthromycin to Reduce COPD Flare-Ups allvoices Appearing in the August 25th New England Journal of Medicine are the results of a large multi-center clinical trial showing that the common antibiotic of Azlthromycin can aide in reducing acute symptoms of COPD such as severe ... |
Positive Results for Formoterol MDI COPD Treatment news Stories ... phase 2b, dose-ranging study of its formoterol fumarate metered dose inhaler (FF MDI; PT005), a long-acting ß2 agonist (LABA) compared to placebo and Foradil ® Aerolizer ® in patients with moderate-to-severe COPD. According to the results, ... and more » |
Take a deep breath The Suburban Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive respiratory disorder that inflames and then blocks the airways of the lungs. The two major forms of the disease include chronic bronchitis and emphysema. ... |
 The Jersey City Independent | The Mailbag: Protect Lung Health In Wake of Hurricane Irene The Jersey City Independent We are all at risk, especially those suffering from asthma, COPD, emphysema or other forms of lung disease. In the clean up, we should make use of these tips: Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Never use generators, power washers, grills, ... and more » |
Daily azithromycin plus treatment decreased COPD exacerbations, improved QOL ModernMedicine When added to usual treatment, azithromycin taken daily for 1 year decreased the frequency of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations and improved quality of life among patients, reported a study published August 25 in the New ... |
Numera Joins Forces With Appello to Launch Groundbreaking UK-Based Telehealth ... PR Newswire (press release) "Over 15.4 million people in England are affected by chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and COPD. By providing these intensive users of healthcare with self-management and health coaching resources, we will help to ... and more » |
Pearl Therapeutics Announces Positive Results for Phase 2b Dose-Ranging Study ... MarketWatch (press release) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a preventable and treatable lung disease that is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. Each year 12 million Americans are diagnosed with COPD and an additional 12 million Americans may ... and more » |
Pearl Therapeutics Announces Positive Results for Phase 2b Dose-Ranging Study ... PR Newswire (press release) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a preventable and treatable lung disease that is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. Each year 12 million Americans are diagnosed with COPD and an additional 12 million Americans may ... and more » |