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COPD News
Inhaled steroids for COPD?
14/10/2009In people who suffer from COPD, adding an inhaled steroid to a so-called "long-acting beta-2 agonist" may do more harm than good, new research hints.
Statins may help COPD
29/9/2009There is "compelling evidence" that statins have benefits in people who suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, more commonly known as COPD.
New vaccine vs. pneumonia
8/9/2009A new vaccine against pneumonia may offer better protection for COPD patients than the currently accepted vaccine, according to recent research.
Treating COPD early adds years
28/8/2009Although there is no cure for COPD, starting treatment early may slow progression of the illness and add years to the lives of sufferers, new research finds.
Common cold a cystic fibrosis cure?
21/7/2009Scientists have renewed hope that gene therapy for Cystic Fibrosis lung disease could be a successful future treatment.
Soy lowers breathing problem risks
10/7/2009Eating high amounts of soy could lower the risk of the breathing disorder known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, researchers report.
COPD linked to mental decline
10/7/2009Severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease appears linked to lower cognitive function in older adults, a new study finds.
COPD: Cutting costs yourself
18/5/2009Individuals suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) can cut healthcare costs by employing a self-treatment program with the judicious use of medications.
Genetic link to COPD?
23/3/2009Researchers think that certain people may have an inherited susceptibility to cigarette smoke.
Blood clots in 25% of COPD patients
11/3/2009One in four patients hospitalised with COPD will have a blood clot in their lungs. This is a potentially life-threatening problem.
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