Pulmonology
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LDCT Lung Cancer Screening Finds Undiagnosed Pulmonary Comorbidities in High-Risk Population
Though not backed by guidelines, use of low-dose CT may help find undiagnosed COPD or other pulmonary disease in those at high-risk.
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New Administration Routes for Adrenaline in Anaphylaxis
Intramuscular autoinjectors are not always used for a variety of reasons; new administration routes may increase use.
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Aquagenic Wrinkling Among Skin-Related Signs of Cystic Fibrosis
Patients with CF can develop diverse dermatologic manifestations.
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New mRNA Vaccines in Development for Cancer and Infections
Different forms and designations of mRNA vaccines are used, depending on the application and desired effect.
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Climate Change’s Impact on Respiratory Care to Increase
Increased particulates, heat, and other climate changes will exacerbate respiratory issues for many, studies find.
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National Mine Safety Group Issues Rule to Reduce Silica Exposure
Inhaling silica or quartz dust can lead to lung cancer, fibrosis, chronic bronchitis, or kidney disease.
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Avian Flu Threat Still Low and Vaccine Measures Are Ready
In spite of transmission to a human in early April, risk of avian flu remains low for the public, say authorities.
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Automated Risk Assessment Tool Reduces Antibiotic Prescribing Rates
An EHR-based risk assessment tool aided clinicians in not prescribing an unnecessary broad-spectrum antibiotic, study states.
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GLP-1s May Increase Post-Endoscopy Aspiration Pneumonia Risk
Additional studies are needed to understand the optimal drug withholding windows before endoscopies and other procedures.
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Which Emergencies Are Genuine Emergencies?
Four out of 10 cases require an ER; Doctor tackles emergency medicine usage for care more appropriate for patients’ PCP.
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Inflammation Affects Association Between Furan Exposure and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Reducing exposure to furan could lower risk for COPD or improve outcome in COPD, authors of new study suggest.