Could mobile technology help patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who may not seek care until they experience an exacerbation? A recent study found a wearable device and mobile ...

This transcript has been edited for clarity. For more episodes, download the Medscape app or subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast provider. Leah J. Witt, MD: ...

Nebuliser use in COPD is highest in severe cases, reflecting worsening symptoms, frequent exacerbations, and the need for ...

Nebulisers are often used reactively, meaning they are introduced when symptoms become difficult to control rather than ...

The 2025 Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) report highlighted climate change, cardiovascular risk, and pulmonary hypertension. Claus F. Vogelmeier, MD, chair of the GOLD ...

The Best Care COPD primary care management program steadily decreased hospitalizations and ED visits over a 3-year period in Toronto, Canada. Integrated disease management (IDM) of chronic obstructive ...

A larger role for PCPs in COPD management COPD and overall health status impact each other, so it's only right for primary-care clinicians to be major players in fighting this condition. In the latest ...

On World Asthma Day 2026, experts debunk myths around inhalers, stressing they are safe, effective, and not addictive. Early ...

One of the key highlights was the discussion of Pulmonary Embolism Response Teams (PERT), addressing controversies in PE management and focusing on personalized, patient-centered care. The CHEST 2024 ...