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Latest COPD Information in the News :

Although we believe the sources are reliable for these COPD related news pieces , articles, abstracts, reviews and studies, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or validity of  the information supplied . Please note that some of the pieces  may be newspaper articles or press releases therefore the links may  be temporary in nature.

September 3rd, 2010

 

 

From Oranienburg to the Rest of the World: Global Market Launch of Daxas (Roflumilast) Kicks Off in Germany

http://pharmalive.com/News/index.cfm?articleid=726410

 

Glucocorticoid insensitivity as a future target of therapy for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

http://dovepress.com/glucocorticoid-insensitivity-as-a-future-target-of-therapy-for-chronic-peer-reviewed-article-COPD

 

Patient-Reported Outcome Is Basis of New COPD Measurement

http://www.rtmagazine.com/respiratoryreport/2010-08-05_01.asp

 

 

Six-minute walk test in pulmonary rehabilitation: Do all patients need a practice test?

http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1440-1843.2010.01841.x/abstract

 

Cigarettes Won't Help Teens' Depression

http://www.freetobacco.info/cigarette-stories/cigarettes-wont-help-teens-depression/

 

August 29th, 2010

 

COPD in young patients: A pre-specified analysis of the four-year trial of tiotropium (UPLIFT)

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00337-9/abstract

 

Phenotypes are the future of COPD

http://www.imt.ie/features-opinion/2010/08/phenotypes-are-the-future-of-copd.html

 

A judge blocks federal funding for stem cell research

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/08/25/AR2010082506020.html

 

Scientists Dismayed by Stem Cell Research Ruling

http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=119151

 

Prophylactic antibiotic therapy for chronic bronchitis

http://www2.cochrane.org/reviews/en/ab004105.html

 

Study Finds Even a Little Cigarette Smoke Harms Airway

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_102428.html

 

August 22, 2010

 

Predicting outcomes following hospitalization for acute exacerbations of COPD.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20660633

 

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may affect the presentation and course of community-acquired pneumonia.

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/08/17/chest.09-3102.abstract?papetoc

 

Resistance arm training in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a randomized controlled trial

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/08/17/chest.10-1292.abstract?papetoc

 

Statin Reverses Smoke-induced Pulmonary Hypertension and Prevents Emphysema but not Airway Remodeling

http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/201003-0399OCv1

 

Three-year dispensing patterns with long-acting inhaled drugs in COPD: A database analysis

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00326-4/abstract

 

New Website Evaluates Stem Cell Claims

http://www.medpagetoday.com/PublicHealthPolicy/StemCellResearch/20995

 

Emphysema presence, severity and distribution has little impact on the clinical presentation of a cohort of patients with mild to moderate COPD

http://www.mdlinx.com/pulmonology/newsl-article.cfm/3264618/ZZ1ABD7CFABC63427F824FDDA6A073240E/?news_id=545&newsdt=081710

 

 

August  15, 2010

 

UK sees launch of Novartis COPD drug Onbrez Breezhaler, which Scotland clears for NHS use

http://www.thepharmaletter.com/file/97411/uk-sees-launch-of-novartis-copd-drug-onbrez-breezhaler-which-scotland-clears-for-nhs-use.html

 

Emphysema presence, severity and distribution has little impact on the clinical presentation of a cohort of patients with mild to moderate COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/08/10/chest.10-0984.abstract?papetoc

 

COPD and cognitive impairment: the role of hypoxemia and oxygen therapy

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=5014

 

Budesonide added to formoterol contributes to improved exercise tolerance in patients with COPD

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00325-2/abstract

 

 

August 8, 2010

 

 

Vitamin D deficiency and reduced lung function in connective tissue-associated interstitial lung diseases

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/08/04/chest.10-0968.abstract?papetoc

 

Can patients with COPD or asthma take a beta-blocker?

http://www.ccjm.org/content/77/8/498.full

 

Inspiratory flows through dry powder inhaler in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: age and gender rather than severity matters

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=4960

 

N30 Pharma Announces FDA Approval to Initiate Phase 1 Clinical Trial for First-in-Class Drug

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/n30-pharma-announces-fda-approval-to-initiate-phase-1-clinical-trial-for-first-in-class-drug-99748999.html

 

Panic attacks and panic disorder in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A cognitive behavioral perspective

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00190-3/abstract

 

Effects of tiotropium and formoterol on dynamic hyperinflation and exercise endurance in COPD

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00253-2/abstract

 

Sniff nasal inspiratory pressure versus IC/TLC ratio as predictors of mortality in COPD

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00099-5/abstract

 

 

 

July 31, 2010

 

Nycomed’s novel anti-inflammatory therapy Daxas® (roflumilast) receives marketing authorisation in the European Union for patients with COPD

http://www.nycomed.com/News/News-Releases/2010/Nycomeds%20novel%20anti-inflammatory%20therapy%20Daxas%20receives%20marketing%20authorisation%20in%20EU.aspx

 

Validity of spirometry performed on-line

http://erj.ersjournals.com/cgi/content/abstract/09031936.00011510v1

 

Lung Volume Reduction by Bronchoscopic Administration of Steam

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20622035

 

Assessment of Exhaled Breath Condensate pH in Exacerbations of Asthma and COPD:

A Longitudinal Study

http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/201003-0451OCv1

 

Predictive accuracy of patient reported exacerbation frequency in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

http://erj.ersjournals.com/cgi/content/abstract/09031936.00035909v1

 

Effect of Exercise on Drug Therapy and Respiratory Disease

http://www.fitnessthroughexercise.com/exercise-respiratory-disease.html

 

Mucoactive therapy in COPD

http://err.ersjournals.com/cgi/content/abstract/19/116/134

 

Prevention of exacerbations of COPD with pharmacotherapy

http://err.ersjournals.com/content/19/116/119.abstract

 

Effects of waterpipe tobacco smoking on lung function: a systematic review and meta-analysis

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/07/28/chest.10-0991.abstract?papetoc

 

 

 

July 14 2010

 

Physiologic limitations during daily life activities in COPD patients

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/PIIS0954611110000818/abstract?rss=yes

 

Performance of diagnostic tests to detect respiratory viruses in older adults

http://www.dmidjournal.com/article/PIIS0732889310000568/abstract?rss=yes

 

Aspirin and non-small cell lung cancer resections: effect on long-term survival

http://ejcts.ctsnetjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/38/1/21

 

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in older persons: A comparison of two spirometric definitions

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/PIIS095461111000048X/abstract?rss=yes

 

Procalcitonin versus C-reactive protein as predictive markers of response to antibiotic therapy in acute exacerbations of COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/06/23/chest.09-2927.short?rss=1

 

Workplace spirometry monitoring for respiratorydisease prevention: a methods review

http://tinyurl.com/38unowk


 

 

June 27, 2010

 

Diabetes Seems to Up Risks for Lung Disease Patients

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_100365.html

 

N.E. researchers create functioning lung tissue

http://www.boston.com/news/education/higher/articles/2010/06/25/ne_researchers_create_functioning_lung_tissue/

 

First Working Replacement Lung Created in Lab

http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2010/06/100624-science-health-medicine-lung-replacement-lab/

 

Use and utility of a 24-hour Telephone Support Service for ‘high risk’ patients with COPD

http://www.thepcrj.org/journ/view_article.php?article_id=721
 

Once-daily Bronchodilators for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Indacaterol versus Tiotropium

http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/200910-1500OCv2

 

FDA okays Merck's Dulera for asthma

http://www.mmm-online.com/fda-okays-mercks-dulera-for-asthma/article/173170/

 

Reported Pneumonia in COPD: Findings From the INSPIRE Study

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/06/23/chest.09-2992.abstract?papetoc

 

Anti-Endothelial Cell Antibodies in Patients with COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/06/23/chest.10-0863.abstract?papetoc

 

 

 

June 20th, 2010

 

IV Steroids May Be Overkill in COPD Patients

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_99993.html

 

Health Tip: Things That May Trigger Wheezing

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_100086.html

 

Toothbrushing less than twice a day linked to increased CV risk

http://www.theheart.org/article/1083079.do

 

Patterns of dietary intake and relation to respiratory disease, forced expiratory volume in 1 s, and decline in 5-y forced expiratory volume1,2,3

http://www.ajcn.org/cgi/content/abstract/ajcn.2009.29021v1

 

Mono- and Combination Therapy of Long-acting Bronchodilators and Inhaled Corticosteroids in Advanced COPD

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/723028

 

Airway count and emphysema assessed by chest CT predicts clinical outcome in smokers

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/06/15/chest.10-0542.abstract?papetoc

 

An overview of the benefits and drawbacks of inhaled corticosteroids in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=4604

 

WA lung disease breakthrough

http://www.perthnow.com.au/news/wa-lung-disease-breakthrough/story-e6frg12c-1225880847417

 

Early treatment linked to better COPD outcomes

http://www.imt.ie/clinical/respiratory/early-treatment-linked-to-bett.html

 

Vitamin B6 May Lower Lung Cancer Risk

http://tinyurl.com/32nu7pq

 

Perfusion Scintigraphy and Patient Selection for Lung Volume Reduction Surgery

http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/201001-0043OCv1

 

June 13, 2010

 

WHO swine flu experts 'linked' with drug companies

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/10235558.stm

 

UPDATE 1-Drug fights tumors in advanced lung cancer

More than half of patients benefit from Pfizer drug

http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSN0515962620100605

 

Contrast enhanced CT-scans are not comparable to non-enhanced scans in emphysema quantification

http://www.ejradiology.com/article/PIIS0720048X09001363/abstract?rss=yes

 

Efficacy and safety of tiotropium Respimat® SMI in COPD in two 1-year randomized studies

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=4578

 

Comparative effectiveness of macrolides and quinolones for patients hospitalized with acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD)

http://www3.interscience.wiley.com/journal/123505703/abstract?CRETRY=1&SRETRY=0

 

Relation between physical capacity, nutritional status and systemic inflammation in COPD

http://www3.interscience.wiley.com/journal/123499415/abstract?CRETRY=1&SRETRY=0

 

Cost-effectiveness of combination fluticasone propionate–salmeterol 250/50 μg versus salmeterol in severe COPD patients

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=4571

 

COPD prevalence and the differences between newly and previously diagnosed COPD patients in a spirometry program

http://www.thepcrj.org/journ/aop/pcrj-2009-07-0060-R2.pdf

 

Outdoor air pollution is associated with rapid decline of lung function in α-1-antitrypsin deficiency

http://oem.bmj.com/content/early/2010/06/02/oem.2009.047589.short?rss=1
 

 

Costa Rica Discontinues Unproven Stem Cell Treatment

http://www.popsci.com/technology/article/2010-06/costa-rica-nixes-unproven-stem-cell-treatments

 

Researchers Report Treatment Headway Against Lung Cancer

Studies show combo chemotherapy, new drug prolonged lives of some with advanced disease

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_99645.html

 

 

 

 

June 6th, 2010

 

Interpreting lung function data using 80 percent of predicted and fixed thresholds misclassifies over 20% of patients.

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/06/01/chest.10-0189.abstract?papetoc

 

CHAMPIX (varenicline tartrate) - Changes to the Canadian Product Monograph - For the Public

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/medeff/advisories-avis/public/_2010/champix_2_pc-cp-eng.php

 

Treatment Effects of Low-Dose Theophylline Combined With an Inhaled Corticosteroid in COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/137/6/1338.abstract?etoc

 

Do Symptoms Predict COPD in Smokers?

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/137/6/1345.abstract?etoc

Advantages of Endurance Treadmill Walking Compared With Cycling To Assess Bronchodilator Therapy

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/137/6/1354.abstract?etoc

 

Mucoactive therapy in COPD

http://err.ersjournals.com/cgi/content/abstract/19/116/134

 

Osteoporosis Not More Likely With an Inhaled Corticosteroid in COPD

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/722139

 

Inhaled Corticosteroids in COPD: A Controversy

http://content.karger.com/ProdukteDB/produkte.asp?Aktion=ShowAbstract&ArtikelNr=315416&Ausgabe=0&ProduktNr=224278

 

 

 

May 30th, 2010

 

β-Blockers May Be Beneficial in Treating COPD

http://www.mentalhelp.net/poc/view_doc.php?type=news&id=128569&cn=294

 

Planning Ahead: The Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney

http://www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com/reports/lung_disorders/3472-1.html?ET=johnshopkins:e38433:339688a:&st=email&st=email&s=RLH_100527_013

 

 

Early antibiotic treatment for severe COPD symptoms linked with improved outcomes

http://www.sciencecodex.com/early_antibiotic_treatment_for_severe_copd_symptoms_linked_with_improved_outcomes

 

The Potential Value of Biomarkers in Diagnosis and Staging of COPD and Exacerbations

https://www.thieme-connect.com/ejournals/abstract/srccm/doi/10.1055/s-0030-1254067

 

Impact of panic disorder upon self-management educational goals in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?

http://crd.sagepub.com/cgi/content/abstract/7/2/83

 

BODE-Index vs HADO-Score in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Which one to use in general practice?

Abstract | BODE-Index vs HADO-Score in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Which one to use in general practice?

 

 

 

Posted May 23rd, 2010

 

Drug may prevent lung cancer, study finds

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_98932.html

 

Lung Disease Can Be Genetic Even Without Family History

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_98854.html

 

Prognosis of COPD patients requiring frequent hospitalization: Role of airway infection

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/PIIS0954611109004314/abstract?rss=yes

 

New treatment options for bronchiectasis

http://tar.sagepub.com/cgi/content/abstract/4/2/93

 

 

ATS: Doctors, Patients Differ on COPD Concerns

http://tinyurl.com/2wax4bd

 

Daxas Approval Delayed

http://www.zacks.com/stock/news/34424/Daxas+Approval+Delayed

 

 

Posted May 16th, 2010

 

 

Energy expenditure and impact of bronchodilators in COPD patients

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00155-1/abstract

 

Tolerability and efficacy of inhaled AZD4818, a CCR1 antagonist, in moderate to severe COPD patients

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111%2810%2900189-7/abstract

 

 

COPD Flare-Up May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke

http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=116146

 

 

Water-Pipe Smoking Among North American Youths.....

"water-pipe smoke also contains harmful components, such as nicotine, carbon monoxide, and carcinogens, and may contain a greater quantity of tar and heavy metals than cigarette smoke"

http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/cgi/content/abstract/peds.2009-2335v1

 

Is PDE4 too difficult a drug target?

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20419594

 

Hot Topics at This Year's American Thoracic Society Conference

http://www.glgroup.com/News/Hot-Topics-at-This-Years-American-Thoracic-Society-Conference-48343.html

 

Novartis Initiates COPD Treatment Drug Phase III Study

http://clinicaltrials.pharmaceutical-business-review.com/news/novartis_initiates_copd_treatment_drug_phase_iii_study_100510/

 

 

 

Posted May 9, 2010

 

 

Heart Attack Risk Doubles After COPD Exacerbation, Study Finds

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/05/100504082735.htm

 

Outpatient PR reduces hospital re-admittance risk among COPD patients

http://www.medwire-news.md/48/87473/Respiratory/Outpatient_PR_reduces_hospital_re-admittance_risk_among_COPD_patients_.html

 

Goverment of Canada investing in improved lung health of Canadians

http://www.chrgonline.com/news_mail.asp?ID=132891

 

Dynamic Hyperinflation During Daily Activities

Does COPD Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease Stage Matter?

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/137/5/1116.abstract?etoc

 

Economic implications of comorbid conditions among Medicaid beneficiaries with COPD

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(09)00373-4/abstract

 

Racial discordance in spirometry comparing four commonly used reference equations to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Study III

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(09)00362-X/abstract

 

Purple Periwinkles Battle Inflammatory Diseases, Study Suggests

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/05/100503161425.htm

 

Modified BODE indexes: Agreement between multidimensional prognostic systems based on oxygen uptake

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=4361

 

Melbourne medical breakthrough means pig lungs could be transplanted into humans

http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/melbourne-medical-breakthrough-means-pig-lungs-could-be-transplanted-into-humans/story-e6frf7jo-1225825697742

 

Posted May 2, 2010

 

 

Upper viral respiratory infection, biomarkers and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbations

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/04/28/chest.09-2225.abstract?papetoc

 

Effect of tiotropium in men and women with COPD: Results of the 4-year UPLIFT® trial

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00151-4/abstract

 

Nycomed’s novel anti-inflammatory therapy Daxas® (roflumilast) recommended for approval in the European Union for patients with COPD

 http://nycomednews.com/upload/PressRelease_CHMP_Daxas_final_en_100423.pdf

 

 

 

 

 

Posted April 25, 2010

 

 

GOLD stage 0 is associated with excess FEV1 decline in a representative population sample.

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/04/21/chest.09-2607.abstract?papetoc

 

Inhaler Costs and Medication Nonadherence Among Seniors with Chronic Pulmonary Disease

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/04/21/chest.09-3031.abstract?papetoc

 

PARADOXICAL TROUGH EFFECTS OF ‘TRIPLE THERAPY’ WITH BUDESONIDE/FORMOTEROL AND TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE ON PULMONARY FUNCTION OUTCOMES IN COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/04/21/chest.10-0247.abstract?papetoc

 

UPDATE 2-EU agency backs Nycomed's Daxas after U.S. rebuff

http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSLDE63M10W20100423

 

Pre-term babies face lifetime lung trouble

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_97961.html

 

Sniff nasal inspiratory pressure versus IC/TLC ratio as predictors of mortality in COPD

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00099-5/abstract

 

Relationship of emphysema and airway disease assessed by CT to exercise capacity in COPD

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00093-4/abstract

 

 

 

Posted April 18th, 2010

 

Launch of CanCOLD - MUHC leads pan-Canadian initiative on respiratory disease

http://www.healthcanal.com/lungs-breathing/7153.html

 

http://www.cancold.ca/en/index.html

 

Lung Reduction Surgery for Severe COPD

http://www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com/alerts/lung_disorders/JohnsHopkinsLungDisordersHealthAlert_3468-1.html

 

Smoking Bans Reduce Secondhand Exposure, MIs

http://tinyurl.com/y6z37ee

 

Seven Inhalers That Use CFCs Being Phased Out (U.S.)

http://ohsonline.com/articles/2010/04/14/inhalers-being-phased-out.aspx?admgarea=news

 

CT Scans Can Detect Differences In Lung Blood Flow Patterns, Which Identify Smokers Most At Risk Of Emphysema

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/184679.php

 

 

 

 

Posted April 12th, 2010

 

FDA Panel Votes Against Roflumilast for COPD (Daxas)

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/720010

 

 

Oral Vaccine May Help People With COPD

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_97271.html

 

 

Novel oral vaccine can benefit severe COPD sufferers

http://ibtimes.com.au/contents/20100408/copd-chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease.htm

 

CT emphysema predicts mortality in COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/04/08/chest.09-2836.abstract?papetoc

 

SELF-RATED HEALTH PREDICTS ACUTE EXACERBATIONS AND HOSPITALISATIONS IN PATIENTS WITH COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/04/08/chest.09-2459.abstract?papetoc

 

 

Nicotine Withdrawal Linked to ICU Agitation

http://tinyurl.com/ychtbhw

 

 

Predictors of mortality in hospitalized patients with acute exacerbation of bronchiectasis

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(09)00385-0/abstract

 

 

Posted April 3rd, 2010

 

A lifestyle activity intervention in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00085-5/abstract

 

A randomized controlled trial of cognitive behavioral therapy for anxiety and depression in COPD

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00090-9/abstract

 

Treatment checklists in hospitals 'can significantly cut death rates'

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/7544382/Treatment-checklists-in-hospitals-can-significantly-cut-death-rates.html

 

Do Symptoms Predict COPD in Smokers?

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/04/01/chest.09-2681.abstract?papetoc

 

Health care utilization history, GOLD guidelines, and respiratory medication prescriptions in patients with COPD

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=4178

 

Pharmacists to Order Diagnostic Tests, Administer Vaccinations (Canada)

http://www.chrgonline.com/news_mail.asp?ID=130558

 

 

 

 

 

Posted March 29, 2010

 

Potential role of stem cells in management of COPD

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=4133

 

COPD found in 1 in 10 adults

http://www.cbc.ca/health/story/2010/03/22/copd-prevalence-ices-ontario.html

 

Updated Labelling for Antibiotic Avelox (Moxifloxacin) Regarding Rare Risk of Severe Liver Injury

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/advisories-avis/_2010/2010_42-eng.php

 

 

Physiologic limitations during daily life activities in COPD patients

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00081-8/abstract

 

 

COPD Performance Measures: Missing Opportunities for Improving Care

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/03/24/chest.09-2306.abstract?papetoc

 

Entest BioMedical Files Patent Application on Chemokine Technology to Increase Efficacy of Tissue-Specific Stem Cell Homing in COPD Treatment

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/183394.php

 

"GURGLING" BREATH SOUNDS MAY PREDICT HOSPITAL-ACQUIRED PNEUMONIA

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/03/24/chest.09-2713.abstract?papetoc

 

Posted March 21, 2010

 

Blocking Protein May Stem COPD

Study in mice could lead to new treatments for smoking-related diseases.

http://www.healthfinder.gov/news/newsstory.aspx?docID=637107

 

Laser Tissue Welding in Lung and Tracheobronchial Repair: An Animal Model

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/03/18/chest.09-2721.abstract?papetoc

 

Treatment effects of low dose theophylline combined with an inhaled corticosteroid in COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/03/18/chest.09-2363.abstract?papetoc

 

Patient-Clinician Communication: Associations with Important Health Outcomes among Veterans with COPD 

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/03/18/chest.09-2328.abstract?papetoc

 

New study to show how our body clock controls disease

http://www.manchester.ac.uk/aboutus/news/display/?id=5564

 

 

The stem-cell black market: Delhi doctor claims wonder cures

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/technology/science/the-stem-cell-black-market-delhi-doctor-claims-wonder-cures/article1506296/

 

Stem Cell Cures Any Closer?

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/03/16/eveningnews/main6305092.shtml

 

 

 

Posted March 12, 2010

 

At least one in 10 adults suffers from COPD but mortality rates declining

http://www.healthcanal.com/lungs-breathing/6220.html

 

State of Lung Disease in Diverse Communities 2010 (American Lung Assoc)

http://www.lungusa.org/assets/documents/publications/lung-disease-data/solddc_2010.pdf

 

Lasers, stem cells, and COPD

http://www.translational-medicine.com/content/8/1/16

 

Vitamin D recommended for severe COPD

http://www.healthcarerepublic.com/news/985586/Vitamin-D-recommended-severe-COPD/

 

Controller medications and their effects on asthma exacerbations temporally associated with upper respiratory infections

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00058-2/abstract

 

Prevalence and impact of coronary artery disease in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00059-4/abstract

 

Onbrez demonstrates 24-hr symptom control for COPD patients (Ireland)

http://www.irishmedicalnews.ie/index.php/clinical/pharma-forum/3131-onbrez-demonstrates-24-hr-symptom-control-for-copd-patients

 

Impact of bronchodilator therapy on exercise tolerance in COPD

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=4047

 

 

 

Posted March 7, 2010

 

Affective descriptors of the sensation of breathlessness are more highly associated with severity of impairment than physical descriptors in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/03/04/chest.09-2498.abstract?papetoc

 

Upper limb exercises using varied workloads and their association
 with dynamic hyperinflation in patients with COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/03/04/chest.09-2878

 
COPD Patients Respond to Formoterol
http://www.medpagetoday.com/MeetingCoverage/AAAAI/18817
 
 

 

Posted February 28th, 2010

 

Critical Comparisons of the Clinical Performance of Oxygen Conserving Devices

 http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/200910-1638OCv1

 

More from Reuters - Press Release- Oxygen devices for lung disease show spotty performance

http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE61P4D120100226

 

A protocol of no sedation for critically ill patients receiving mechanical ventilation:

a randomised trial

Refers to: Less sedation in intensive care: the pendulum swings back
The Lancet, Volume 375, Issue 9713, 6 February 2010-12 February 2010, Pages 436-438

http://tinyurl.com/y98xbuz

 

CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Recommends Universal Annual Influenza Vaccination

http://www.cdc.gov/media/pressrel/2010/r100224.htm

 

Decreasing cardiac chamber sizes and associated heart dysfunction in COPD –

role of hyperinflation

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/02/24/chest.09-2810.abstract?papetoc

 

High BMI is related to higher incidence of asthma, while a fish and fruit diet is related to a lower– Results from a long-term follow-up study of three age groups in Sweden

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00003-X/abstract

 

Physical inactivity in patients with COPD, a controlled multi-center pilot-study

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00037-5/abstract

 

 

 

Posted February 21, 2009

FDA Announces New Safety Controls for Long-Acting Beta Agonists, Medications Used to Treat Asthma    http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm200931.htm  

(Please note that this DOES NOT pertain to those using it for the treatment of COPD)

Long-term humidification therapy benefits COPD patients

http://www.medwire-news.md/48/86398/Respiratory/Long-term_humidification_therapy_benefits_COPD_patients.html

 

Talecris Biotherapeutics Receives Health Canada Approval for PROLASTIN(R)-C

New, Concentrated Version of PROLASTIN(R) Delivers the Same Amount of Active Protein in Half the Infusion Volume

(Of Interest to to Alpha 1 individuals) http://www.marketwatch.com/story/talecris-biotherapeutics-receives-health-canada-approval-for-prolastinr-c-2010-02-17?reflink=MW_news_stmp

 

Lasers, stem cells, and COPD

http://www.translational-medicine.com/content/pdf/1479-5876-8-16.pdf

 

Pipe And Cigar Smoking Strongly Associated With Decreased Lung Function, COPD

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/179282.php

 

Include lung health checks in vascular screening, experts urge (Britain)

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=23&storycode=4125125&c=2

 

Fat-free mass change after nutritional rehabilitation in weight losing COPD: role of insulin, C-reactive protein and tissue hypoxia

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3977

 

Effect of mannitol and repetitive coughing on the sputum properties in bronchiectasis

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(09)00354-0/abstract

 

COPD epidemic
Chronic lung disease leading cause of hospital admissions

http://www.thetelegram.com/index.cfm?sid=326910&sc=79

Virus-free technique enables scientists to easily make stem cells pluripotent, moving closer to possible human therapies   http://med.stanford.edu/ism/2010/february/ips-fat.html

 

Posted February 14th, 2010

 

 

The clinical utility of long-term humidification therapy in chronic airway disease

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00007-7/abstract

 

Preselection of patients at risk for COPD by two simple screening questions

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/S0954-6111(10)00012-0/abstract

 

 

On the Horizon: New Treatments for COPD

http://www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com/reports/lung_disorders/3408-1.html?CMP=OTC-RSS

 

Avail Clinical Research Announces Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Research Studies in DeLand, FL      http://www.pr.com/press-release/212156

 

Patty Loveless Joins COPD Campaign as Spokesperson

http://www.cybergrass.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=7311

 

 

Posted February 7, 2009

 

A Heavy Toll: Canadian Thoracic Society Report Reveals True Cost of Lung Disease

http://www.chrgonline.com/news_mail.asp?ID=126751    and the Actual Report Itself....  http://www.lung.ca/cts-sct/pdf/COPDReport_E.pdf

 

 

Health Canada approves tadalafil to help patients with serious, life-threatening lung disease

(PAH)  Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

http://www.chrgonline.com/news_mail.asp?ID=126825

 

Overweight elderly 'live longer'

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8483456.stm

 

Examining the Role of Vitamin D in Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

(Clinical Trial)   http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00851695?term=vitamin+d+and+asthma&rank=4

 

COPD Treatment with Corticosteroid Inhalers Offers Limited Help

http://www.drugwatch.com/news/2010/02/05/copd-treatment-corticosteroid-inhalers-offers-limited-help/

 

Inhaled Corticosteroids vs Placebo for Preventing COPD ExacerbationsA Systematic Review and Metaregression of Randomized Controlled Trials

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/137/2/318.abstract?etoc

 

COPD and the Risk of Depression

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/137/2/341.abstract?etoc

 

Medical Acoustics Receives FDA  510(k) Clearance of Therapeutic Lung Flute®
http://www.medicalacoustics.com/Home/News/therapeuticFDAclearance

 

Event-related evoked potentials in chronic respiratory encephalopathy

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3947

 

One Drug, Two Diseases

http://uscnews.usc.edu/science_technology/one_drug_two_diseases.html

 

NASCAR to help promote awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

http://tinyurl.com/yjs4e52

 

Herbal remedies could worsen your asthma

http://blog.taragana.com/health/2010/02/04/herbal-remedies-could-worsen-your-asthma-19004/

 

Stem cell line approved for continued research

http://www.dailycardinal.com/news/stem-cell-line-approved-for-continued-research-1.1108458

 

 

AG questions drug firms' use of free samples

http://www.benningtonbanner.com/ci_14345472

 

 

 

Posted January 31, 2010

 

Announcing 2010: The Year of the Lung

http://www.chestnet.org/accp/article/chest-physician/presidents-report

 

Vitamin D Levels, Lung Function and Steroid Response in Adult Asthma

http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/200911-1710OCv1

 

New Potential For Treating COPD

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/01/100127085538.htm 

 

Lung Flute Gets FDA Clearance

http://copd.about.com/b/2010/01/25/lung-flute-gets-fda-clearance.htm

 

 

Entest BioMedical Files Grant Application With the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute for

http://pr-usa.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=308042&Itemid=30

 

Changes in management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in primary care: EMMEPOC study

http://www.resmedjournal.com/article/PIIS0954611109002595/abstract?rss=yes

 

Posted January 23rd, 2010

 

 

Even Mild COPD Limits Heart Function

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/176735.php

 

Gene Variant May Aid Lung Function in Asthma, Smokers

http://www.nih.gov/researchmatters/january2010/01112010lungs.htm

 

Moxifloxacin May Be Better for COPD Outpatients According to New Research Published in the International Journal of COPD

http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20100121005109&newsLang=en

 

Leading COPD Drug May Raise Chances of Heart Trouble

http://www.bidmc.org/YourHealth/HealthInTheNews.aspx?ChunkID=565489

 

The Mental Health Consequences of COPD

http://www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com/alerts/lung_disorders/JohnsHopkinsLungDisordersHealthAlert_3381-1.html?ET=johnshopkins_blog:e35983:339688a:&st=email&st=email&s=ELH_100121_005
 

 

 

 

Posted January 16th, 2009

 

FDA Finds No Heart Risk With Spiriva Inhaler

http://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory?id=9564121

 

Induced sputum concentrations of mucin in patients with asthma and chronic cough

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/01/13/chest.09-0081.abstract?papetoc

 

COPD is Associated with a Macrophage Scavenger Receptor (MSR1) Gene Sequence Variation

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2010/01/13/chest.09-1655.abstract?papetoc

 

Health Canada approves SYMBICORT® TURBUHALER® for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - Increasing patients' quality of life and reducing exacerbations

(Note:  Please remember that Symbicort was originally developed and "approved" for use for Asthma)

http://www.chrgonline.com/news_mail.asp?ID=125629

 

Antibiotic treatment of exacerbations of COPD in general practice: long-term impact on healthrelated quality of life  http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3904

 

 

 

 

Posted January 11th, 2010

 

Shorter People More Likely To Develop Lung Disease - Poverty, The Culprit

http://www.medindia.net/news/Shorter-People-More-Likely-To-Develop-Lung-Disease-Poverty-The-Culprit-63449-1.htm

 

 

Leading COPD Drug May Raise Chances of Heart Trouble (Study found Atrovent upped risk, while other research found Spiriva might do opposite)

http://www.businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/healthday/634758.html

 

 

Pearl Therapeutics gets positive results from phase-2a trial in COPD

http://www.pharmabiz.com/article/detnews.asp?articleid=53429&sectionid=

 

 

Australian Scientists Identify Stem Cells in the Lining of the Lung

http://www.stemcellcentre.edu.au/NewsEvents/News/SCLiningoftheLung.aspx

 

 

Ipratropium Bromide May Increase Risk for Cardiovascular Events

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852576140048867A852576A2005E0DA9

 

Over a quarter referred after lung test event in Wrexham (U.K.)

http://www.leaderlive.co.uk/news/83411/over-a-quarter-referred-after-lung-test-event-in-wrexham.aspx

 

 

 

Posted January 3rd, 2010

 

Bacteria May Cause H1N1 Death Rate Increase

http://www.medpagetoday.com/InfectiousDisease/SwineFlu/17762?utm_medium=email&impressionId=1262329009712

 

Entest BioMedical Files Grant Application With NHLBI For Development Of Its ENT-576 Laser Device For Treatment Of COPD

http://www.rttnews.com/ArticleView.aspx?Id=1168263&SMap=1

 

Research on Dangers of Sleep Apnea

http://www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com/alerts/lung_disorders/JohnsHopkinsLungDisordersHealthAlert_3256-1.html

 

H1N1 Acts Much Like Previous Flu Viruses

http://www.medpagetoday.com/InfectiousDisease/SwineFlu/

 

Study Confirms Greater H1N1 Risk for Kids

http://www.medpagetoday.com/InfectiousDisease/SwineFlu/17743?utm_medium

 

Emphysema Linked to Secondhand Smoke

http://tinyurl.com/yfxhkyk

 

Improving Quality of Life for Patients with Terminal Respiratory Disease

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/713746
 

Advantages of Endurance Treadmill Walking Compared to Cycling To Assess Bronchodilator Therapy

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2009/12/28/chest.09-2470.abstract?papetoc

 

Measurement of COPD severity using a survey-based score: validation in a clinically and physiologically characterized cohort

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2009/12/28/chest.09-1855.abstract?papetoc

 

 

 

Posted December 27th, 2009

 

Lung Function And Risk Of COPD May Be Controlled By Genetic Variant

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/174446.php

 

Autopsies Reveal Three Patterns of H1N1 Death

http://www.medpagetoday.com/InfectiousDisease

 

Depressed, Fatigued, and Breathless: More Than Holiday Shopping Blues?

http://chicagopressrelease.com/press-releases/depressed-fatigued-and-breathless-more-than-holiday-shopping-blues

 

CHEST: Uncertainty Surrounds Opioids in Advanced COPD

http://www.medpagetoday.com/Pulmonology/SmokingCOPD/16853?pfc=241&spc=247

 

Antibiotic Therapy in Elderly Patients with Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/710939

 

 

 

 

Posted December 20th, 2009

 

Five new lung function genes discovered

http://www.news.uwa.edu.au/200912182036/media-statements/five-new-lung-function-genes-discovered

 

MMP12, Lung Function, and COPD in High-Risk Populations
http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/NEJMoa0904006
 
Editorial from the NEJM on the Above  http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/NEJMe0910626
 
Comparison of Plethysmographic and Helium Dilution Lung Volumes: Which is Best in Comparison of COPD? http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2009/12/17/chest.09-1504.abstract?papetoc
 
Increased risk of Myocardial Infarction and Stroke following Exacerbation of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2009/12/17/chest.09-2029.abstract?papetoc
 
Development of the Lung Function Questionnaire (LFQ) to identify airflow obstruction
http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3848
 
FDA Approves SPIRIVA® HandiHaler® for the Reduction of COPD Exacerbations
http://www.pfizer.com/news/press_releases/pfizer_press_releases.jsp
 
Forest Labs, Almirall to develop asthma drug
http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5iaAOXi8XaN3-txlYvoiOR_MYGmHgD9CLAM980

 

Immune cell activity linked to worsening COPD

http://www2.med.umich.edu/prmc/media/newsroom/details.cfm?ID=1409

 

Identification of obstructive pulmonary gene may lead to new treatments

http://www.privatemdlabs.com/news/DNA,_Paternity_and_Genetic_testing/Identification-of-obstructive-pulmonary-gene-may-lead-to-new-treatments$19519659.php

 

 

American College of Chest Physicians Prepares to Ring in Year of the Lung

http://www.rtmagazine.com/news/2009-12-16_01.asp

 

 

Posted December 14, 2009

 

Some COPD Treatments Can Cause Sodium Disturbances (A case study)

http://respiratory-care-sleep-medicine.advanceweb.com/editorial/content/editorial.aspx?cc=211421

 

Bosch makes move to UK telehealth

http://www.ehealtheurope.net/news/5460/bosch_makes_move_to_uk_telehealth

 

Hi-tech home help for patients

http://www.sunderlandecho.com/news/Hitech-home-help-for-patients.5902742.jp

 

Entest BioMedical to develop laser-based stem cell therapy for COPD

http://www.laserfocusworld.com/display_article/371731/12/none/none/INDUS/Entest-BioMedical-to-develop-laser-based-stem-cell-therapy-for-COP

 

Drug makers quicker to embrace settlements to delay low-cost generics  Settlements could cost consumers $35 billion over next 10 years

http://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/stories/2009/12/14/focus1.html?b=1260766800%5E2567781

 

 

 

 

Posted December 6th, 2009

 

Novartis receives approval in the European Union for Onbrez® Breezhaler®, a new once-daily bronchodilator for patients with COPD

http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=109015  or  http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSGEE5B204120091203
 

One Lot of Zaditen Tablets (for Asthma) Recalled Due to Potential Health Risks

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/advisories-avis/_2009/2009_194-eng.php

 

PHARMAXIS ANNOUNCES SUSTAINED BENEFIT WITH BRONCHITOL IN PHASE 3 CYSTIC FIBROSIS TRIAL  http://www.pipelinereview.com/index.php/2009120231150/Small-Molecules/PHARMAXIS-ANNOUNCES-SUSTAINED-BENEFIT-WITH-BRONCHITOL-IN-PHASE-3-CYSTIC-FIBROSIS-TRIAL.html

 

 

Bone Marrow Stromal Cells Attenuate Lung Injury in a Murine Model of Neonatal Chronic Lung Disease

http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/180/11/1122

 

The COPD genetic association compendium: a comprehensive online database of COPD genetic associations.  http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19933216

 

Posted November 29, 2009

 

Entest Biomedical Enters into Discussions with Laser Manufacturer to Develop Proprietary Photoceutical Device for COPD Treatment

http://www.entestbio.com/latest-news/entest-biomedical-enters-into-discussions-with-laser-manufacturer-to-develop-proprietary-photoceutical-device-for-copd-treatment.html

 

Bacterial Disease Linked to H1N1 Flu Worries CDC

medpage today

 

COPD - Gaining A Better Picture Of Lung Disease

Medical News Today

 

Umbilical Cord Blood Stem Cell Transplant May Help Lung, Heart Disorders

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/11/091123114848.htm

 

FDA Panel Finds Tiotropium Safe for COPD Patients

medpage today nov 20th

 

Michigan Institute for Clinical Health & Research (Univ of Michigan) seeking Participants (LOTT Study)

Study Description: The study will evaluate the effectiveness of long-term, 24-hour oxygen therapy in treating people with COPD who have moderately low blood oxygen levels at rest.

https://www.umms.med.umich.edu/engage/detail_pub_study.do?show=YES&id=4279&TYPE=F

 

COPD Gene Study  ... https://www.umms.med.umich.edu/engage/detail_pub_study.do?show=YES&id=3394&TYPE=F

 

COPD Caregivers Study - National Jewish Health, Denver, CO

Study & Enrollment Info

 

Anthroposophic therapy for asthma: A two-year prospective cohort study in routine outpatient settings

Anthroposophic therapy for asthma: A two-year prospective cohort study

 

Can dead space fraction predict the length of mechanical ventilation in exacerbated COPD patients?

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3774

 

Entest BioMedical Files 3rd Patent Application for COPD Stem Cell Treatment

Entest BioMedical Files 3rd Patent Application for COPD Stem Cell Treatment - Entest

 

Stem Cells Heal Lungs of Newborn Animals: May Lead to New Treatments for Lungs of Premature Babies

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/11/091126124140.htm

Posted November 22, 2009

The impact of disability on depression among individuals with COPD

http://chestjournal.chestpubs.org/content/early/2009/11/19/chest.09-1939.abstract?papetoc

 

Gaining a better picture of lung disease

http://communications.uwo.ca/com/western_news/stories/gaining_a_better_picture_of_lung_disease_20091120445295/

 

FDA Panel Backs Safety, Benefits of Spiriva

http://www.pharmalive.com/News/index.cfm?articleid=668406

 

Discovery of New Type of Immune Cells Regulating Inflammation in Chronic Diseases: Th22 Cells as Milestone of Immunological Research

http://www.helmholtz-muenchen.de/en/press-and-media/press-releases/press-releases-2009/press-releases-2009-detail/article/12505/44/index.html

 

Coping with COPD
St. John's comedian wants to raise awareness about lung disease

http://www.thetelegram.com/index.cfm?sid=304732&sc=84

 

Vicks nasal sprays recalled over bacteria fears

http://blog.taragana.com/health/2009/11/20/vicks-nasal-sprays-recalled-over-bacteria-fears-16034/

 

 

Entest BioMedical Files Patent Application for Selective Targeting of Stem Cells to Lung Using Photoceutical Devices

http://www.reuters.com/article/pressRelease/idUS100358+04-Nov-2009+BW20091104

 

FDA Panel Rejects Cell Culture Flu Vaccine, Wants More Safety Data

http://tinyurl.com/yzgheph

 

Predictive value and utility of oral steroid testing for treatment of COPD in primary care: the COOPT study
http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3763

 

US FDA staff question Pfizer lung drug data

http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSN17544425

 

The Lung Flute Lets You Play the Soulful Sounds of Phlegm (info and video)

http://gizmodo.com/5406690/the-lung-flute-lets-you-play-the-soulful-sounds-of-phlegm
 

 

 

Posted November 15th, 2009

Uptake Medical Presents Data from Phase II Clinical Trial for Patients with Heterogeneous Emphysema at 2009 European Respiratory Society (ERS) Meeting in Vienna, Austria

Note to the Reader:  This sounds VERY promising!  After you read the news release check on the"Our Technology" tab and watch the video.

http://www.uptakemedical.com/news.php

 

Comedian crusading against lung disease

http://www.metronews.ca:80/toronto/local/article/366641--comedian-crusading-against-lung-disease

 

COPD Canada Patient Network Salutes the Province of Saskatchewan For Being the 1st Province in the Country to Recognize & Designate November 18th as World COPD Day

http://www.chrgonline.com:80/news_mail.asp?ID=122173

 

H1N1 6-Month Toll 22 Million, CDC Estimates

http://tinyurl.com/yz76ecz


Step-by-step: managing COPD flare-ups (a good refresher)

http://www.wrex.com:80/Global/story.asp?S=11471168

 

Tamiflu-Resistant Swine Flu Found in Canadian Father (has  copd)

http://health.usnews.com/articles/health/healthday/2009/11/11/tamiflu-resistant-swine-flu-found-in-canadian.html

 

 

Lungevity Walk on November 18

http://www.bclocalnews.com:80/vancouver_island_central/lakecowichangazette/community/69620617.html

 

Roflumilast Improves Lung Function, Reduces Exacerbations in Patients With COPD and Bronchitis: Presented at CHEST

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852576140048867A8525766A007180A9

 

Posted November 7th, 2009

Statins may reduce cancer deaths in COPD patients: study

http://www.rtmagazine.com/reuters_article.asp?id=20091106epid029.html

 

Stem Cells May Offer Alternative to Lung Transplants

http://www.ajc.com/health/content/shared-auto/healthnews/cf--/632794.html

 

 

COPD Canada Patient Network Salutes the Province of Saskatchewan For Being the 1st Province in the Country to Recognize & Designate November 18th as World COPD Day

http://www.chrgonline.com:80/news_detail.asp?ID=122173


 

Health care providers from across Saskatchewan coming together to improve care for people living with depression and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

http://www.chrgonline.com:80/news_mail.asp?ID=121905

 

 

Americans Gaining Awareness of COPD: Survey

http://www.ajc.com/health/content/shared-auto/healthnews/coug/632735.html

 

Lung Tissue Generated From Human Embryonic Stem Cell

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/11/091104191823.htm

 

CHEST: Anemia Prevalent in COPD

http://tinyurl.com/ycra9ru

 

MediciNova Announces Initiation of a Phase Ib Clinical Trial for MN-221 in Patients...

MediciNova Announces Initiation of a Phase Ib Clinical Trial for MN-221 in Patients... | Reuters

 

Experimental Stem Cell Therapy Raises Hope for Pulmonary Fibrosis Patients

http://www.prweb.com/releases/adistem/stem-cell-therapy/prweb3146654.htm
 

Patch Plus Lozenge Beats Other Stop Smoking Regimens

http://tinyurl.com/yl6kxt7

 

The Emergency Use Authorization of Peramivir for Treatment of 2009 H1N1 Influenza
http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/NEJMp0910479?query=TOC
 
 

CHEST: No Sex Difference Found in COPD Treatment

http://tinyurl.com/yk86s6f

 

Posted October 31st, 2009

GSK begins phase III COPD trials

http://www.pharmafocus.com/cda/focusH/1%2C2109%2C21-0-0-OCT_2009-focus_news_detail-0-493322%2C00.html
 

Tiotropium HandiHaler® in the treatment of COPD: A safety review

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3669

 

Update on pulmonary hypertension complicating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

http://www.dovepress.com/update-on-pulmonary-hypertension-complicating-chronic-obstructive-pulm-peer-reviewed-article-COPD

 

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease as an independent risk factor for cardiovascular morbidity

http://www.dovepress.com/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease-as-an-independent-risk-factor-fo-peer-reviewed-article-COPD

 

Inhaled Corticosteroids May Be Helpful in Steroid-Naive Patients With Moderate to Severe COPD

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/711371

 

 

Eat Soy to Protect Lungs

http://www.medfinds.com/healthnotes.php?org=medigrative%2Cmedigrative&page=newswire/newswire_2009_10_29_2.cfm

 

Statins for Influenza.  Why Don't We Know if it Works Yet? (Although this is a science blog, it is quite indepth as it relates to statins)

http://scienceblogs.com/effectmeasure/2009/10/statins_for_influenza_why_dont.php

 

 

Posted October 25th, 2009

Important Tamiflu Information for Health Professionals

http://hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/advisories-avis/_2009/2009_172-eng.php

 

Free Book by Dr. Tom Petty - (for download) Adventures of an Oxy-Phille

http://drtompetty.org/2074.aspx

 

H1N1: What you should know and why panic doesn’t help

http://www.thetechherald.com/article.php/200943/4668/H1N1-What-you-should-know-and-why-panic-doesn-t-help

 

New gas scan could improve lung disease treatment (UK)

http://www.thisisnottingham.co.uk/homenews/New-gas-scan-improve-lung-disease-treatment/article-1439878-detail/article.html

 

A Novel Influenza A (H1N1) Vaccine in Various Age Groups
http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/NEJMoa0908535?query=TOC
 
Gene mutation may reveal clues for treating lung diseases
http://mednews.wustl.edu/news/page/normal/14880.html
 

 

Influenza-associated hospitalizations in the United States.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15367555

 

 

Critically Ill Patients With 2009 Influenza A(H1N1) Infection in Canada.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19822627

 

U.S.  (FDA) seeks more information on Novartis lung drug  (QAB149)

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20091019/hl_nm/us_novartis

 

UK begins swine flu vaccinations with GSK jab

http://www.pharmafocus.com/cda/focusH/1%2C2109%2C21-0-0-OCT_2009-focus_news_detail-0-493296%2C00.html

 

 

Posted Oct. 17, 2009

Patient preferences for inhaler devices in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: experience with Respimat® Soft Mist Inhaler

http://www.dovepress.com/patient-preferences-for-inhaler-devices-in-chronic-obstructive-pulmona-peer-reviewed-article-COPD

 

Sequential comparison of tiotropium to high-dose ipratropium in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in a practice setting

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3627

 

Important information about risk of dosing error for TAMIFLU® (oseltamivir phosphate) Powder for Oral Suspension (12 mg/mL). (Health Canada)

http://hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp-mps/medeff/advisories-avis/prof/_2009/tamiflu_2_hpc-cps-eng.php

 

 

Gene mutation may reveal clues for treating lung diseases

http://www.genengnews.com/news/bnitem.aspx?name=65500405

 

Bio-Matrix Scientific Group, Inc. to Aggressively Pursue Private and Public Grants to Fund Research for Development of Stem Cell Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

http://www.pr-inside.com/bio-matrix-scientific-group-inc-to-r1528847.htm

 

Study Questions Safety Of Advair, Similar Drugs For COPD

http://www.newsinferno.com/archives/13355

 

Inhaled steroids: more harm than good in COPD?

http://in.reuters.com/article/health/idINTRE59C5AW20091013

 

A new scan for lung diseases

http://media-newswire.com/release_1102506.html
 

World's first fatty tissue stem cell transplant into lung of pulmonary fibrosis patient carried out in Alexandroupolis

http://www.ana-mpa.gr/anaweb/user/showplain?maindoc=8039955&service=142

 

Poated Oct. 11, 2009

 

Face Masks for Patients May Leak, Spread Germs

http://health.usnews.com/articles/health/healthday/2009/10/09/face-masks-for-patients-may-leak-spread-germs.html

 

Canada on Track to Deliver Safe and Effective H1N1 Influenza Vaccine to Canadians

http://www.chrgonline.com:80/news_mail.asp?ID=120108

 

Triple Therapy Reduces COPD Exacerbations

http://tinyurl.com/yhavuwf


True or False: Thunderstorms Trigger Asthma Attacks

http://www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com:80/alerts/lung_disorders/JohnsHopkinsHealthAlertsLungDisorders_3138-1.html?ET=johnshopkins_blog:e30491:339688a:&st=email&st=email&s=ELH_091008_005

 

Bio- Matrix Scientific Group Provides Updates on COPD Research

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20091012/Bio-Matrix-Scientific-Group-provides-updates-on-COPD-research.aspx

 

The immediate effect of individual manipulation techniques on pulmonary function measures in persons with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19814829?dopt=Abstract&holding=f1000,f1000m,isrctn

 

Interaction in COPD experiment (ICE): A hazardous combination of cigarette smoking and bronchodilation in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19800175

 

 

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Altered Risk of Lung Cancer in a Population-Based Case-Control Study

http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=2753644

 

 

 

Posted Oct. 4th, 2009

 

Effect of tiotropium on outcomes in patients with moderate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (UPLIFT): a prespecified subgroup analysis of a randomised controlled trial

http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(09)61298-8/abstract

 

Surgical masks and N95 respirators provide similar protection against influenza

http://www.chrgonline.com:80/news_mail.asp?ID=119604

 

Long-term therapy in COPD: any evidence of adverse effect on bone?

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3590

 

First Batch of H1N1 Vaccine Shipped Out for U.S. Use (Sept. 29th)

 

 

 

Posted September 27th, 2009

 

Novartis bronchodilator QAB149 recommended for approval in European Union to treat patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

http://www.novartis.com/newsroom/media-releases/en/2009/1343682.shtml

 

Novartis A(H1N1) Pandemic Influenza vaccine Focetria® receives positive opinion from CHMP

   (EUROPE)   http://www.novartis.com/newsroom/media-releases/en/2009/1343650.shtml

 

Swine Flu Update: Vaccine Approvals, Drug Strategy

http://blogs.wsj.com/health/2009/09/25/swine-flu-update-vaccine-approvals-drug-strategy/

 

Non-invasive ventilation after extubation in hypercapnic patients with chronic respiratory disorders: randomised controlled trial

http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(09)61038-2/abstract

 

Nurses should consider training in CBT to support COPD patients

http://www.nursingtimes.net/nursing-practice-clinical-research/specialists/respiratory/nurses-should-consider-training-in-cbt-to-support-copd-patients/5006676.article

 

Heart attack swine flu link discovered  (UK)

http://www.nursingtimes.net/whats-new-in-nursing/swine-flu/heart-attack-swine-flu-link-discovered/5006562.article

 

Aclidinium Bromide via Multidose Dry Powder Inhaler Effective, Safe for COPD: Presented at ERS

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852576140048867A8525763900767DA1

 

Indacaterol Improves Day and Nigh Symptoms in Patients With COPD: Presented at ERS

http://www.docguide.com/news/content.nsf/news/852576140048867A8525763900789A36

 

 

 

Posted Sept.20th, 2009

 

Link Between Protein And Lung Disease Found

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/09/090915140930.htm

 

Scientists Identify Gene For Short-circuiting Excess Mucus In Lung Disease, Common Colds

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/09/090914172332.htm

 

 Promising Efficacy and Tolerability For Novel Combination COPD Therapy

http://www.drugs.com:80/clinical_trials/qva149-phase-ii-data-presented-european-respiratory-society-annual-meeting-8066.html

 

ALTAIR THERAPEUTICS REPORTS SUCCESSFUL PHASE I STUDY OF INHALED AIR645
Data Shows Safety and Tolerability of First-in-Class Dual IL-4/IL-13 Inhibitor
with Pharmacokinetics Supporting Once-Weekly Asthma Treatment

 

http://www.altairthera.com/press-09-0914.asp

 

H1N1 may be contagious for longer than seasonal flu
Data also released on efficacy of masks, new antiviral treatments

http://www.medicalpost.com/therapeutics/infectiousdiseases/article.jsp?content=20090917_152542_8140

 

The (cost)-effectiveness of self-treatment of exacerbations on the severity of exacerbations in COPD patients: the COPE-II study

http://thorax.bmj.com/cgi/content/short/thx.2008.112243v1?q=w_thorax_ahead_tab

 

Bronchial vascular remodelling in COPD patients and its relationship with inhaled steroid treatment

http://thorax.bmj.com/cgi/content/short/thx.2009.114629v1?q=w_thorax_ahead_tab

 

 

Budesonide and the risk of pneumonia: a meta-analysis of individual patient data

http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(09)61250-2/abstract

 

Is Fiber Good For Your Lungs?

http://www.johnshopkinshealthalerts.com:80/alerts/lung_disorders/JohnsHopkinsHealthAlertsLungDisorders_3140-1.html?ET=johnshopkins_blog:e29452:339688a:&st=email&st=email&s=ELH_090917_005

 

ICAAC:  Surgical Masks Don't Prevent Infection

http://tinyurl.com/nebcor

 

Posted Sept. 13, 2009

Noninvasive ventilation speeds recovery from COPD exacerbations

http://www.rtmagazine.com:80/reuters_article.asp?id=20090911clin008.html

 

Swine Flu Shots May Come Too Late to Stem Fall Outbreak: Study

http://www.empowher.com/news/2009/09/10/swine-flu-shots-may-come-too-late-stem-fall-outbreak-study

 

 

Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: 0ver half of patients non-smokers

http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/obstructive-pulmonary-disease-0ver-half-of-patients-nonsmokers/508809/

 

 

Patient-Reported Dyspnea in COPD Reliability and Association With Stage of Disease

http://www.chestjournal.org/content/early/2009/08/14/chest.09-0934.short?rss=1

 

Three million patients 'should be receiving lung treatment' (Britain)

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/6099539/Three-million-patients-should-be-receiving-lung-treatment.html

 

MP-376 (Levofloxacin Solution for Inhalation) Clinical Program for Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)  http://www.mpexpharma.com/mp-376.html

 

New Vaccine May Work Better Against Lung Disease

http://www.drugs.com/news/new-vaccine-may-work-better-against-lung-disease-19764.html

 

Update on pulmonary hypertension complicating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3524

 

Pharmacists Could Enhance Asthma And COPD Care (UK)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/163138.php

 

Posted Sept 6, 2009

 

Treating COPD Early Improves Outcomes

http://health.msn.com/health-topics/cold-and-flu/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100244218

 

Upper Arm Exercises Improve Vigor in COPD Patients

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/708092

 

 

Posted August 30th, 2009

 

Bio-Matrix Scientific's Research Subsidiary, Entest BioMedical, Inc., Files Stem Cell Therapy Patent Application for Treatment of COPD

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/BioMatrix-Scientifics-bw-817120107.html?x=0&.v=1

 

Early COPD Treatment Slows Disease

Spiriva Begun Early in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Slows Lung-Function Loss

http://www.webmd.com/copd/news/20090827/early-copd-treatment-slows-disease

 

Budesonide Poses No Risk in COPD

http://www.medpagetoday.com/Pulmonary/SmokingCOPD/15725

 

Four Studies Published in The Lancet Show Roflumilast (Daxas), a New Oral Approach to COPD, Improves Lung Function and Reduces Exacerbations

Four Studies Published in The Lancet Show Roflumilast (Daxas), a New Oral Approach to COPD, Improves Lung Function and Reduces Exacerbations - Drugs.com MedNews

 

New Tool to Predict the Risk of Death in COPD May Help Physicians to Individualize Treatment

New Tool to Predict the Risk of Death in COPD May Help Physicians to Individualize Treatment

 

 

Posted August 23rd, 2009

MHRA warn of medico-legal risk of inhaled steroid scripts

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk:80/story.asp?sectioncode=23&storycode=4123445&c=2

 

COPD Progress and Challenges 2009

http://respiratory-care-sleep-medicine.advanceweb.com/Article/COPD-Progress-and-Challenges-2009.aspx

 

Forest Announces Phase IIb Study Results For Oglemilast in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

http://www.frx.com/news/PressRelease.aspx?ID=1322185

 

Some tiotropium regimens beneficial for COPD: study

http://www.rtmagazine.com:80/reuters_article.asp?id=20090820clin013.html

 

Swine Flu Vaccine Seems Safe in Early Trials

http://www.drugs.com/news/swine-flu-vaccine-seems-safe-early-trials-19472.html

 

Amira Pharmaceuticals Submits IND for Second DP2 Antagonist, AM461

http://news.prnewswire.com/DisplayReleaseContent.aspx?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/08-18-2009/0005079526&EDATE=

 

 

Posted August 16th

Australian scientists seek new treatment for lung disease

http://news.xinhuanet.com:80/english/2009-08/12/content_11870549.htm

 

Tiotropium Added to Inhaled Steroids, Long-Acting Beta-Agonists Linked to Lower COPD Mortality

http://www.medscape.com:80/viewarticle/707326

 

Nycomed and Forest Laboratories to Collaborate on Daxas® (roflumilast) for COPD

http://www.businesswire.com:80/portal/site/google/?ndmViewId=news_view&newsId=20090810005366&newsLang=en

 

Pulmonary Embolism Frequently Complicates COPD Exacerbations

http://www.the-hospitalist.org/details/article/288639/In_the_Literature.html

First-ever test helps in fight against serious lung infections and opens door for treating other life-threatening infections http://www.innovotech.ca/bioFILM_pa_news_release.pdf

MHRA warn of medico-legal risk of inhaled steriod scripts

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk/story.asp?sectioncode=23&storycode=4123445&c=2

 

Health Canada Reviewing Possible Association of Asthma Drug Xolair (Omalizumab) with Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Problems

http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/media/advisories-avis/_2009/2009_129-eng.php

 

New Research Investigates The Use Of Diet And Supplements In Ex-Smokers With Lung Disease

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com:80/articles/160400.php

Posted August 9th, 2009

Lansoprazole reduces COPD exacerbations in older patients: study

http://www.rtmagazine.com:80/reuters_article.asp?id=20090807clin022.html

 

Do inhaled steriods in COPD do more harm than good?

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk:80/story.asp?sectioncode=20&storycode=4123381&c=3

 

Nova Scotia Launches HealthLink 811

http://www.chrgonline.com:80/news_mail.asp?ID=115818

 

A Postmortem Analysis of Major Causes of Early Death in Patients Hospitalized With COPD Exacerbation  (Abstract)

http://www.chestjournal.org/content/136/2/376.abstract

 

AFRICAN-AMERICANS WITH COPD USE FEWER HEALTH SERVICES (2nd article down)

http://www.eurekalert.org:80/pub_releases/2009-08/acoc-nbf073009.php

 

AstraZeneca And Astellas Enter Agreement for Co-Promotion of Symbicort Turbuhaler in Japan

http://www.pharmiweb.com/pressreleases/pressrel.asp?ROW_ID=7441

 

The relationship between adipokines, body composition, and bone density in men with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3347

 

Gemifloxacin use in the treatment of acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3391

 

Why you're never too old to get asthma

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1204059/Why-youre-old-asthma.html

 

 

Posted August 2, 2009

CPAP Intolerance And CPAP Failures Are Common But Somnodent MAS By Somnomed Offers A Comfortable And Effective Treatment For Obstructive Sleep Apnea

http://trak.in:80/india/cpap-intolerance-and-cpap-failures-are-common-but-somnodent-mas-by-somnomed-offers-a-comfortable-and-effective-treatment-for-obstructive-sleep-apnea/news-13613/

 

Does dietary counselling help outpatients with COPD at risk of malnutrition?

http://www.nursingtimes.net:80/nursing-practice-clinical-research/specialists/respiratory/does-dietary-counselling-help-outpatients-with-copd-at-risk-of-malnutrition/5004638.article

 

COPD patients may derive significant benefit from statin therapy

http://www.rtmagazine.com/reuters_article.asp?id=20090724clin021.html

 

Canadian Lung Association Launches New Online Tools To Help People With Lung Disease Find Local Programs   http://www.medicalnewstoday.com:80/articles/159115.php

 

Newly developed sphere helps understand two types of lung cells

http://www.sciencecodex.com:80/duke_scientists_create_airway_spheres_to_study_lung_diseases

 

Nycomed Annouces FDA Filing for Daxas® in COPD

http://www.nycomed.com/en/Menu/Media/Press+release+full+2.htm

 

Posted July 26, 2009

 

COPD patients may derive significant benefit from statin therapy

http://www.rtmagazine.com:80/reuters_article.asp?id=20090724clin021.html

 

Nocturnal ventilation improves survival in COPD

http://www.rtmagazine.com:80/reuters_article.asp?id=20090723clin012.html

 

Infant Exposure To Air Pollution Linked To Adult Lung Disease

http://www.newsinferno.com/archives/10063

 

Schering-Plough Announces U.S. Filing of Mometasone Furoate/Formoterol Fumarate Combination for the Maintenance Treatment of Asthma

http://www.pharmalive.com/News/index.cfm?articleid=640679&categoryid=51

 

NDA Submitted for Daxas

Nycomed Announces FDA Filing for Daxas in COPD

 

http://www.drugs.com:80/nda/daxas_090723.html

 

 

 

 

Posted July 19th, 2009

 

FDA Checking Heart Risk of Xolair

Early Study Data Suggest Link Between Asthma Drug and Heart Disorders

http://www.webmd.com/asthma/news/20090716/fda-checking-heart-risk-of-xolair

 

Home Oxygen Leaders Applaud Introduction Of Medicare Home Oxygen Therapy Act In The U.S. House; Urge Congress To Include Legislation In Health Reform

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/157777.php

 

 

New technique to repair lungs outside the body may double transplants worldwide

http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca:80/e/39645.html

 

Experts dispute doctor's stem cell breakthrough claim

http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/07/14/stem.cell.regenocyte/

 

Warning over early prescribing of inhaled steroids for COPD patients

http://www.pulsetoday.co.uk:80/story.asp?sectioncode=23&storycode=4123245&c=1

 

Non-invasive ventilation improves COPD survival rates

http://www.nursingtimes.net:80/whats-new-in-nursing/specialists/respiratory/non-invasive-ventilation-improves-copd-survival-rates/5003965.article

 

Non-invasive ventilation in acute respiratory failure (Abstract/Summary)

http://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736%2809%2960496-7/abstract

 

 

 Associations between statins and COPD: a systematic review

http://7thspace.com:80/headlines/314172/associations_between_statins_and_copd_a_systematic_review.html

 

 

 

 

Posted July 12th, 2009

 

Lung patients may benefit from lifestyle changes, research shows

http://www.personalliberty.com:80/news/lung-patients-may-benefit-from-lifestyle-changes-research-shows-19256879/

 

Severe COPD Linked to Mental Decline

http://www.forbes.com:80/feeds/hscout/2009/07/09/hscout628830.html

 

 

The gender gap of growing old: Top health risks of aging for men and women (1/3 of the way down the page)

http://www.nydailynews.com/lifestyle/health/2009/07/09/2009-07-09_the_gender_gap_of_growing_old_top_health_risks_of_aging_for_men_and_women.html

 

 

Particulate matter air pollution exposure: role in the development and exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( Note: You can Download the entire article at the bottom of the page)

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3244

 

Impact of frequency of COPD exacerbations on pulmonary function, health status and clinical outcomes

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3285

 


 

Posted July 5th, 2009

 

Soy consumption and risk of COPD and respiratory symptoms: a case-control study in Japan

http://respiratory-research.com/imedia/9838383512484121_article.pdf?random=614384

 

Vectura and Sosei announce start of Phase III clinical study with NVA237

http://www.vectura.com/vec/news/releases/2009/2009-06-29/
 

 

FDA requires Pfizer's smoking cessation drug Chantix, Glaxo's Zyban to carry stronger warning

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/FDA-requires-Chantix-Zyban-to-apf-1311628380.html?x=0&.v=9

 

'I was given a cold to help others'

http://news.bbc.co.uk:80/2/hi/health/8095618.stm

 


Amira Pharmaceuticals Announces Initial Positive Phase 1 Clinical Data for AM211, A Novel Product Candidate for the Treatment of Respiratory Diseases Results

http://www.amirapharm.com/articles/DP2_Clinical_Announcement_June2009.html

 

Revotar to Initiate Phase IIa Study of Bimosiamose to support development in COPD

http://www.revotar.de/pdf/PR_draft_PhaseIIa_Ozon_final_en.pdf

 

 

 

 

Posted June 28th, 2009

 

 

Volunteers needed for lung disease trials  (U.K.)

http://tinyurl.com/nlu38y

 

Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: A survey of patients’ knowledge and attitudes

http://tinyurl.com/lvyz2t

 

Osiris Therapeutics Reports Interim Data for COPD Stem Cell Study

http://www.drugs.com:80/clinical_trials/osiris-therapeutics-reports-interim-data-copd-stem-cell-study-7632.html

 

An Increase in the Diagnosed Prevalent Population Will Drive Growth of Nearly $4.3 Billion in the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Market

http://sev.prnewswire.com:80/null/20090623/NE3616723062009-1.html

 

More Than Half of Americans Living with Dirty Air

http://www.nlm.nih.gov:80/medlineplus/news/fullstory_83560.html

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posted June 21st, 2009

 

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) (IBV Trials)

http://www.centerwatch.com/clinical-trials/listings/studylist.aspx?CatID=44

 

Here's a link explaining all about the IBV Valve System http://www.emphysematrial.com/whatis.html

 

 

The Immune Response To Influenza Virus Isn't 'All Good'

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/06/090601182706.htm

 

 

Healthier Lifestyle Can Cut COPD Symptoms

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_84522.html

 

 

Posted June 14, 2009

 

WHO And EFA Call For Global Action On Chronic Respiratory Disease

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com:80/articles/153567.php

 

Chiesi Creates New Research Centre to Study Innovative Therapies for the Treatment of Respiratory and Special Care Diseases

http://uk.sys-con.com:80/node/999705

 

Synairgen Raises £6.35M for Asthma, COPD Work

http://www.bioworld.com/servlet/com.accumedia.web.Dispatcher?next=bioWorldHeadlines_article&forceid=51062

 

FDA Near To Gaining Regulatory Control Over Tobacco Products

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/153751.php

 

FDA Requests Labelling Change for Asthma Medications

http://www.docguide.com:80/news/content.nsf/news/852571020057CCF6852575D300722F36

 

 

 

Posted June 7th, 2009

 

FDA probe of Pfizer's anti-smoking drug continues ( known as Champix in Canada)

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/FDA-probe-of-Pfizers-apf-15442281.html?.v=2

 

Canada to strengthen warning on anti-smoking drug Champix

Canada to strengthen warning on anti-smoking drug Champix - The Globe and Mail

 

 

Sleuths Follow Lung Stem Cells For Generations To Shed Light On Healing

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com:80/articles/152800.php

 

Cigarette Smoking Does Not Affect Everyone In Same Way

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/06/090604124029.htm

 

Asthma patients prefer Respimat® Soft Mist Inhaler to Turbuhaler®

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3164

 

 

Exacerbation rate, health status and mortality in COPD – a review of potential interventions

http://www.dovepress.com/articles.php?article_id=3217

 

 

 

Posted May 31, 2009

 

Talecris data shows that concentrated form of Prolastin is safe and tolerable; potentially cuts infusion times in half for patients with AAT deficiency (Alpha 1)

http://www.medadnews.com:80/News/Index.cfm?articleid=629988

 

 

FDA Safety Changes: Advair Diskus, Orap, Rocephin

http://www.medscape.com:80/viewarticle/703433

 

 

Budesonide/formoterol Plus Tiotropium Improves The Quality Of Life Of Patients With Severe COPD

(Symbicort & Spiriva)

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/151526.php

 

 

Sanofi wins swine flu vaccine order

Sanofi Pasteur wins $190 million order from US government to make swine-flu vaccine

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Sanofi-wins-swine-flu-vaccine-apf-15339068.html?.v=3

 

 

US Patent Office To Re-Examine Merck Singulair Patent

http://www.nasdaq.com/aspx/stock-market-news-story.aspx?storyid=200905281618dowjonesdjonline000891&title=us-patent-office-to-re-examine-merck-singulair-patent

 

Ohio settles with pharma companies for $8M

http://dayton.bizjournals.com/dayton/stories/2009/05/25/daily55.html?ana=yfcpc

 

Telehomecare Project to Improve Delivery Services in Yukon

http://www.chrgonline.com:80/news_mail.asp?ID=112447

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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