Although respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is common and often mild, it's associated with morbidity and mortality among people aged 60 and older and in adults with underlying conditions. Fewer than half of US adults at highest risk for severe...
Although respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is common and often mild, it's associated with morbidity and mortality among people aged 60 and older and in adults with underlying conditions. Fewer than half of US adults at highest risk for severe...
In Part 2, Dr. Brockway reviews non-pharmacological interventions, such as physical therapy, for pain management in COPD.
Optimizing pain management strategies can help physicians better support patients with COPD in their journey towards improved health and well-being.
1. RSV-related ALRI incidence was significantly higher among preterm infants than term infants. 2. This pattern for RSV hospitalizations remained true until infants’ second year of life. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: Infants born prematurely...
The following is a summary of “Smoking on the risk of acute respiratory distress syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis,” published in the April 2024 issue of Critical Care by Zhang et al. Despite recognition of a link between smoking and acute respiratory...
THURSDAY, April 25, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The risk for postoperative respiratory complications is similar among patients undergoing emergency surgery regardless of preoperative glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) use, according to a research...
In Part 2, Dr. Brockway reviews non-pharmacological interventions, such as physical therapy, for pain management in COPD.
Optimizing pain management strategies can help physicians better support patients with COPD in their journey towards improved health and well-being.
1. RSV-related ALRI incidence was significantly higher among preterm infants than term infants. 2. This pattern for RSV hospitalizations remained true until infants’ second year of life. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown: Infants born prematurely...
The following is a summary of “Smoking on the risk of acute respiratory distress syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis,” published in the April 2024 issue of Critical Care by Zhang et al. Despite recognition of a link between smoking and acute respiratory...
THURSDAY, April 25, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The risk for postoperative respiratory complications is similar among patients undergoing emergency surgery regardless of preoperative glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) use, according to a research...
A collection of feature articles, study abstracts, and other resources all focused COPD.
In a hospital basement, surgical robot J4K is awakened when lightning disrupts its update. It then embarks on a mission, searching for patients in need.
Even though physicians who conduct limited examinations may only be brought in for their expertise, they retain liability for malpractice or personal injury.
The right financial advisor can help physicians by answering questions including which accounts are the right fit or what insurance is appropriate.
This course discusses a study about how the significant association between chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and hypertension can negatively affect the health of adults younger than 60 who are heavy smokers.
Health inequities pervade the healthcare system, making it crucial for physicians to reevaluate what data is being collected and who is collecting the data.
The right financial advisor can help physicians by answering questions including which accounts are the right fit or what insurance is appropriate.
Physicians face occupational hazards including blood-borne pathogens, workplace violence, and chronic pain. Safety measures are crucial for their well-being.
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