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Inhaled beta-2 agonists not linked to lower risk of Parkinson's disease: S
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
Bronchodilators known as beta-2 agonists are extensively used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Although beta-2 agonists have been linked to a lower incidence of Parkinson's disease in earlier research, this link was not detected in a recent registe
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Study that links mucus plugs to COPD mortality could save lives
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
According to a retrospective examination of COPDGene patient data, targeting mucus plugs might help avoid deaths from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the fourth highest cause of mortality in the United States.
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Researchers find variant cells in lungs of patients with idiopathic pulmo
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
A pair of internationally known stem cell cloning researchers from the University of Houston have reported their discovery of mutant cells in the lungs of patients with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), which will most likely be crucial targets in any future treatment for the ailment.
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Research reveals atopic disorders associated with risk of osteoarthritis
Updated : 2 years, 11 months ago IST
Researchers in a study revealed that the painful and frequently disabling joint condition osteoarthritis may be more common in those with atopic (allergic) disorders like asthma or eczema.
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New screening tool aims to help in COPD diagnosis
Updated : 3 years ago IST
A new tool shows promise in helping primary care physicians identify adults with undiagnosed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to research published in JAMA.
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Researchers reveal regulating immunological memory help immune system figh
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
For a long time, researchers have worked to understand the immune reactions that take place in the human body during various illnesses, such as cancer and inflammatory disorders.
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COPD patients are 61 per cent more likely to die within a year after major
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
According to a recent study published in Canadian Medical Association Journal, patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who undergo major surgery are more likely to die in the year following surgery and have greater healthcare expenses than equivalent patients without COPD.
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Timely diagnosis and treatment can help slow down the progression of COPD
Updated : 3 years, 2 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], December 27 (ANI/Mediawire): Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, also known as COPD, is a progressive lung disease that compromises the lung's ability to function, thus making it harder for a person to breathe and hampering their health and productivity. The conditio
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Household air purifiers improve heart health in COPD patients: Research
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
According to the findings of six-month research headed by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers, using portable home air purifiers can improve some markers of cardiovascular health in adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD.
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Alkem increases COPD Awareness Efforts through "Healthy Lungs" on World CO
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], November 16 (ANI/PNN): Every year, World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day is celebrated on the 3rd Wednesday of November to raise awareness, share knowledge, advocate lung health, and discuss ways to reduce the burden of COPD worldwide. This year, the theme
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On World Lung Day, Alkem Laboratories pledge to spread awareness about lun
Updated : 3 years, 5 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], September 26 (ANI/PRNewswire): World Lung Day (WLD) - September 25 is a gentle reminder for everyone to take good care of their lungs. Though lungs do not have the celebrity status as the heart, they are one of the most important and delicate organs of the human body. Expo
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Indoor air quality at public places needs regulation: NGT
Updated : 3 years, 10 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Thursday said that there is a need for regulation of indoor air quality in public places.
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