How smoking cessation in heavy smokers affects future cardiovascular riskStudy examines time course of cardiovascular disease risk reduction after smoking cessation Key change in managing mild asthma recommended in 2019 GINA guidelinesShort-acting bronchodilators used alone “as needed” are no longer recommended for adults or adolescents Pharmacy technicians can assess and correct inhaler technique during inhaler refill pick-ups Pilot study shows benefits of program and identifies potential barriers to expanding this service A helpful guide to creating an asthma action plan for adults Evidence-based tool aids healthcare providers in developing a plan for escalating therapy during acute loss of asthma control Asthma often mismanaged, latest report shows While the majority of asthma patients believe their asthma is under control, 1 million Canadians experience symptoms daily Study shows e-cigarettes more effective than nicotine-replacement therapy for smoking cessation Cautious approach still advised before recommending e-cigs over approved smoking cessation therapies due to several uncertainties US national survey reports alarming increase in use of e-cigarettes by youth Use increased by 78% in high schoolers and by 48% in middle schoolers from 2017 to 2018 Webinar on demand: Asthma & COPD - medical devices that will change your practice New Interim Order will permit import of alternate epinephrine autoinjector during EpiPen shortage Auvi-Q 0.3 mg autoinjector expected to be available in pharmacies by September 7th New, shorter therapy more effective for latent TB, landmark study finds First Previous 33 34 35 36 37 Next Last