US survey finds higher COPD prevalence in nonmetropolitan versus metropolitan areas
Why is COPD twice as common in rural America compared to cities?
A 2019 US observational survey of adults aged ≥18 years found the percentage with diagnosed COPD was higher in nonmetropolitan (8%) than met…
In 2019, adults living in nonmetropolitan areas were twice as likely to have diagnosed COPD compared to those in metropolitan areas.
215 possible severe pulmonary disease cases associated with e-cigarette use across 25 states
What's behind 215 possible cases of severe lung disease linked to vaping?
A surveillance report identified 215 possible cases of severe pulmonary disease associated with electronic cigarette use across 25 states.
Health officials report 215 possible cases of severe lung disease across 25 states linked to electronic cigarette use.
U.S. COPD prevalence patterns similar across smoking status groups in 2017 observational data
Study finds similar geographic patterns for COPD across different smoking groups
A 2017 U.S. observational study found geographic and sociodemographic patterns of COPD prevalence were similar among current smokers, former…
COPD rates follow the same geographic patterns across current, former, and never-smokers in the United States, showing similar distribution …
Observational report examines COPD prevalence in US adults aged 18 years and older
Study examines how common COPD is among U.S. adults aged 18 and older
An observational report describes the prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease among adults aged ≥18 years in the United States.
A new report on COPD prevalence in U.S. adults lacks key data, so it doesn't reveal how common the lung disease is.
Tracheobronchial anomalies associated with congenital heart disease in retrospective CT cohort
When a baby's airway is unusual, what does it mean for their heart?
A retrospective cohort study of 356 patients with tracheobronchial anomalies identified on CT found 223 (62.6%) had concurrent congenital he…
Babies born with a rare airway anomaly called a tracheal bronchus have nearly two-thirds of them also carry a congenital heart defect, accor…
U.S. workers' idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis mortality described by industry and occupation
Which jobs are linked to a deadly lung disease? A new report looks at U.S. workers
An observational report described idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis deaths among U.S.
A new report maps U.S. industries where deaths from a deadly lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis are occurring.
Retrospective study reports 100% technical success for integrated IVC filter-thrombus retrieval technique
New technique successfully removes blood clot-filled IVC filters in small study
A single-center retrospective cohort of 51 patients with IVC filter thrombosis found the filter-thrombus integrated retrieval technique achi…
A new technique successfully removed blood clot-filled IVC filters in all 51 patients studied, with no serious complications and only minor,…
Vitamin D3 supplementation improved exercise tolerance in deficient male COPD patients in small RCT
Vitamin D supplements linked to better walking ability in men with COPD and low vitamin D
A 26-week double-blind RCT in 40 vitamin D3-deficient male COPD patients found that oral vitamin D3 supplementation (80,000 IU/week then adj…
Men with COPD and low vitamin D levels walked farther and felt less breathless after taking supplements for six months.
Acute high-intensity inspiratory muscle training linked to shorter oxygen desaturation time in COPD
Small COPD study finds different breathing exercises affect muscle oxygen differently
A randomized crossover study in 29 individuals with COPD found acute high-load IMT was associated with shorter oxygen desaturation time comp…
High-intensity breathing exercises may drop arm muscle oxygen faster than lower-intensity training in people with COPD, while endurance trai…
Review proposes immunothrombosis pathway linking pulmonary disease to stroke and neurodegeneration
Researchers propose lung-to-brain inflammation pathway may link breathing problems to stroke risk
A mechanistic review integrates evidence from pulmonary medicine, coagulation biology, stroke pathology, and neurodegeneration research.
Lung inflammation might trigger clotting that travels to the brain, potentially raising stroke risk and affecting long-term brain health.
FDA Approves Xarelto (rivaroxaban) for multiple indications including stroke prevention in nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and treatment of VTE
FDA approves a new blood thinner called Xarelto for several heart and clot conditions
The FDA approved rivaroxaban (Xarelto), a factor Xa inhibitor, for multiple indications including reducing stroke risk in nonvalvular atrial…
FDA approves new blood thinner Xarelto to prevent dangerous clots in heart conditions, deep vein issues, and after major surgeries.
Home treatment for low-risk cancer-associated PE shows 4.6% major bleeding rate in ONCO PE companion report
Could some cancer patients safely treat blood clots at home? New research suggests yes
A predetermined companion report from the ONCO PE trial evaluated 3-month outcomes for home vs.
Active cancer patients with low-risk lung clots can safely take blood thinners at home, avoiding disruptive hospital stays while staying on …
Questions about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Is Nintedanib now FDA approved for treating Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis in adults?
Yes, the FDA approved nintedanib capsules for treating idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in adults in 2014.
Full answer →Can genetic risk tests for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis work well for non-European people?
Genetic risk tests for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis work best for people of European ancestry, but they show limited accuracy for non-European groups because most studies have focused on European populations.
Full answer →Is Xarelto approved for treating venous thromboembolism and preventing pulmonary embolism?
Yes, Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is FDA-approved for treating deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism, and for preventing recurrent venous thromboembolism.
Full answer →What is the major bleeding rate for home treatment of cancer pulmonary embolism?
For low-risk cancer patients with pulmonary embolism, home treatment shows a major bleeding rate of about 4.6% within 3 months, based on the ONCO PE trial.
Full answer →Does getting extra pharmaceutical care help manage my COPD better?
Yes, extra pharmaceutical care — like nurse-led telecare teams — can improve quality of life and reduce hospital visits for people with COPD.
Full answer →Will adding balance training to my rehab improve my COPD stability?
Yes, adding balance training to pulmonary rehabilitation improves balance, confidence, and quality of life in COPD patients, based on multiple randomized trials.
Full answer →Does using a face fan help me breathe easier during COPD flare-ups?
Yes, a face fan can help reduce shortness of breath during COPD flare-ups, based on a meta-analysis of 12 trials showing immediate relief.
Full answer →Can a nurse and social worker telecare team improve quality of life for high-risk COPD patients?
Yes, a nurse and social worker telecare team improved quality of life, depression, and anxiety in high-risk COPD patients in a randomized trial.
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