Research Summaries

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
02/22/2016
A recent study evaluated the effects of smoking and other environmental factors on joint inflammation in patients at risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis.
02/22/2016
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
02/05/2016
A new study explores the impact of expiratory central airway collapse on quality of life and respiratory morbidity in smokers with and without COPD.
02/05/2016
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
01/29/2016
A new study examined the potential inhalation toxicity of chemicals and flavorings commonly found in electronic cigarettes.
01/29/2016
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
01/28/2016
A new study examined the association between dietary fiber intake and risk of developing lung disease.
01/28/2016
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
01/26/2016
A new study explores the efficacy of nicotine replacement therapy without behavioral support in a general population of smokers.
01/26/2016
Research Summary
Research Summary
12/12/2015
Anthony Calabro, MA
A pooled analysis of the phase 3 BOREAS and NOTUS trials evaluated whether add-on dupilumab, given on top of triple inhaler therapy, improves health-related quality of life and respiratory symptoms in...
12/12/2015
Research Summary
Research Summary
12/12/2015
Anthony Calabro, MA
A phase 2 trial evaluated whether benralizumab, with or without prednisolone, could improve clinical and symptom outcomes for adults presenting with eosinophilic exacerbations of asthma or chronic...
12/12/2015
FAQ
physician with chart and stethoscope
FAQ
11/10/2015
From inhaler selection to follow-up frequency and vaping risks, here are concise, evidence-based answers to the questions primary care clinicians ask most about managing COPD. These FAQs address the best...
11/10/2015
smoking
smoking
09/22/2015
The US Preventive Services Task Force has updated their 2009 guidelines on smoking cessation interventions and further examined the effectiveness of electronic nicotine delivery systems.
09/22/2015
COPD
COPD
09/18/2015
The FDA has approved a drug already indicated for COPD treatment for the long-term, once-daily maintenance of asthma in individuals 12 years old and older.
09/18/2015