Respirology

The optimal level of oral corticosteroids (OCS) for asthma should be as close to zero as possible, according to one of Canada’s top asthma doctors.

Tezepelumab is associated with reduced exacerbations, hospitalizations and ER visits in people with severe, uncontrolled asthma. It may also challenge the current step of biomarker assessment before initiating treatment with a biologic.

Meta-analysis examines LABA/ICS/LAMA triple therapy versus LABA/ICS dual therapy in children and adults with moderate to severe asthma.

Tips to help with adherence.

The treatment would be the first to address the underlying genetic defect in children belonging to this younger age group.