Respirology

Healthcare professionals should assist patients with completing an asthma action plan to help them take control of their asthma and respond quickly when symptoms change.

On May 8th, the World Health Organization came out with recommendations for healthcare workers dealing with patients with known or suspected Andes Hantavirus.

Study assesses the relative effectiveness of adjuvanted versus high-dose inactivated influenza vaccine against polymerase chain reaction-confirmed influenza in older adults.

Dr. Bonnie Henry, British Columbia’s provincial health officer, says public health officials around the world are discussing the issue as passengers from a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship have returned to their home countries.

As youth vaping remains widespread, the Canadian Lung Association’s ‘Spell it Out’ campaign employs a spelling bee to spotlight the chemicals in vape products.

Study compares the risk of treatment failure and adverse events between standard doses of amoxicillin–clavulanate and amoxicillin for uncomplicated acute sinusitis in adults.

Study finds similar outcomes between mother’s milk and donor milk, with both outperforming formula in reducing respiratory-related hospital visits.