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FDA APPROVED dupilumab (Dupixent) over a computer rendering of a transparent body with the lung bronchi highlighted.

<乌鸦传媒>First-Ever Biologic Approved for COPD

Phase III trial program showed 30% to 34% reduction in moderate or severe exacerbations

FDA APPROVED benralizumab (Fasenra) over a photo of vasculitis rashes on a man鈥檚 leg and foot.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA OKs New Option for Rare Immune-Mediated Vasculitis

Benralizumab wins approval for eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis

<乌鸦传媒>The Importance of Putting Penicillin Allergy Labels to the Test

"It's really safe to think about direct penicillin challenges," says researcher

FDA APPROVED Dupixent (dupilumab) over a medical illustration of nasal polyps.

<乌鸦传媒>First Drug OK'd for Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps in Adolescents

Dupilumab lands expanded indication for upper airway disease

A photo of a noninvasive ventilation face mask.

<乌鸦传媒>High-Intensity Noninvasive Ventilation May Reduce Intubation for COPD Exacerbation

However, treatment group crossovers muddied the waters in open-label Chinese trial

ERS over a photo of Messe Wien Exhibition Congress Center in Vienna, Austria.

<乌鸦传媒>ERS Roundup: Air Filtration Succeeds in Reducing Infections

Other studies looked at steroids for kids with pneumonia and a link between asthma and fertility

ERS over a photo of Messe Wien Exhibition Congress Center in Vienna, Austria.

<乌鸦传媒>Cheap Antidepressant Flops for Severe Breathlessness in Trial

"We should be cautious about using drugs off-label," investigator says

ERS over a photo of Messe Wien Exhibition Congress Center in Vienna, Austria.

<乌鸦传媒>Burdensome Therapy for Severe Hypoxemia in COPD Patients Is Overkill, Trial Says

They'll "still have that ball and chain, but maybe we've lightened it a little bit," says expert

ERS over a photo of Messe Wien Exhibition Congress Center in Vienna, Austria.

<乌鸦传媒>Twice-Yearly Biologic Cuts Severe Asthma Exacerbation Rate in Half

Investigational depemokimab succeeds in patients with high blood eosinophil count

<乌鸦传媒>Intervention for Smokers With COPD, Asthma Boosts Quit Rates

An immediate appointment to a smoking cessation clinic shows benefit versus usual care

A photo of a pregnant woman using an asthma inhaler.

<乌鸦传媒>Asthma Biologics OK During Pregnancy if Patient Agrees, Consensus Statement Says

Safety data sparse, but asthma control often worsens in pregnancy

A photo of a teen male blowing his nose.

<乌鸦传媒>Recent Developments in Seasonal Allergies

Oral phenylephrine saga, immunotherapy safety, climate change, and more

A photo of a neffy nasal spray over a blurred photo of shelves of medication at a pharmacy.

<乌鸦传媒>Neffy Is About to Hit Shelves: Considerations for Prescribing

The first needle-free epinephrine option is encouraging, but we must proceed with caution

A photo of an inhaler in a woman's hand releasing a fog of mist.

<乌鸦传媒>COPD, Asthma Inhalers Produce Staggering Amounts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Propellants in metered-dose inhalers are the biggest culprit

A photo of a neffy nasal spray applicator.

<乌鸦传媒>Where Does Nasal Spray Epinephrine Fit in Allergy Treatment?

Hope is that patients will have less hesitation about reaching for epinephrine

<乌鸦传媒>Disney Drops Bid to Get Doc's Allergy-Death Lawsuit Tossed Because of Disney+ Plan

Company originally said widower couldn't sue because he agreed to fine print in streaming service

A photo of Darrell Dixon holding a photo of him and his dad at his home in Hernando, Mississippi.

<乌鸦传媒>Researchers Hit the Road to Learn Why CVD and COPD Are Rampant in the Rural South

"No race is spared, although people of color fare worse," says project leader

<乌鸦传媒>Disney Wants Lawsuit Over Doc's Allergy Death Tossed Because of Disney+ Subscription

Disney claims plaintiff agreed to arbitration provision when signing up for streaming service

FDA APPROVED epinephrine nasal spray (neffy) over a photo of the product.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Approves First Emergency Allergy Nasal Spray

Neffy is a non-needle-based epinephrine treatment for anaphylaxis and other allergic reactions

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

<乌鸦传媒>Justice Ginsburg's Health Records Leaked; How Sinead O'Connor Died; H5N1 Stockpiles

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A photo of David Ayares holding a package of frozen meat during an interview at the company鈥檚 offices in Blacksburg, Virginia

<乌鸦传媒>Xenotransplant Research Yields Bacon Safe for Some People Allergic to Red Meat

Company that breeds the special pigs shares supply with allergy patients for free

A photo of a woman鈥檚 hand affected by atopic dermatitis.

<乌鸦传媒>Safety Flagged for Long-Term Oral Corticosteroids for Eczema

Over 90 days of exposure linked to adverse events

A photo of a broken coconut and a glass of coconut milk.

<乌鸦传媒>Can People Be Allergic to Coconut?

The FDA considers it a "tree nut" even though it's a fruit

A photo of a woman holding a digital spirometer.

<乌鸦传媒>Primary Care COPD Clinic Could Be a Model for Lasting Survival Benefit

Nonphysician program linked to lower all- and specific-cause mortality risks

A photo of a little boy wearing a protective mask preparing to receive a COVID vaccination.

<乌鸦传媒>Prevalence of Asthma Symptoms Lower for Kids Who Got COVID Vax

Data further support recommendations to vaccinate, physician says

A photo of Los Angeles under a blanket of smog.

<乌鸦传媒>Air Pollution in Childhood Tied to Bronchitis Symptoms in Adulthood

Link largely persisted when researchers adjusted for childhood respiratory conditions

<乌鸦传媒>Climate Change and Its Negative Effects on Lung Health

Gregory Downey, MD, explains how rising temperatures are driving respiratory health problems

The YouTube thumbnail with Mikhail Varshavski, DO, and the words: Candles vs Cigarettes

<乌鸦传媒>The Dirty Truth About Scented Candles

YouTuber and physician Dr. Mike discusses possible dangers of burning candles

FDA APPROVED ensifentrine (Ohtuvayre) over a computer rendering of transparent lungs.

<乌鸦传媒>FDA Approves Novel Nebulized Therapy for COPD

First-in-class dual phosphodiesterase inhibitor lands broad indication for COPD maintenance

A photo of a little boy in a park using an asthma inhaler

<乌鸦传媒>'Striking' Disparities in Specialty Care for Kids With Asthma on Public Insurance

Those on Medicaid had a 55% lower odds of specialist care versus the privately insured

A photo of a live fish covered in yellow herbal paste being stuffed into a child鈥檚 mouth in Hyderabad, India.

<乌鸦传媒>People Flock to Indian City to Swallow Live Fish as 'Miracle Cure' for Asthma

But scientific groups and others say there is no proof behind it

A photo of a mother breastfeeding her baby while reading a book on an airplane.

<乌鸦传媒>Mom Allergic to Breastfeeding? Rare but It Happens.

Only a handful of case reports have shown up in the literature

A photo of a man鈥檚 lip swollen from hereditary angioedema

<乌鸦传媒>Hereditary Angioedema Attacks Reduced With Donidalorsen Prophylaxis

Investigational treatment passes muster in phase III trial

Girl holding a peanut in the shell in her hand.

<乌鸦传媒>Early Introduction of Peanuts Holds Up After Over a Decade

Latest LEAP trial follow-up shows later peanut consumption does not impact sensitization

A photo of a boy using a spirometer.

<乌鸦传媒>Kids' Spirometry Results Differed When Switching to Race-Neutral Equations

Magnitude of differences "substantially larger in children of Black race," researcher noted

<乌鸦传媒>GLP-1 Agonists in Adolescents and Young Adults; Benefits of Cancer Drug Trials

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A photo of a woman pressing her hands to her nose in a field of flowers.

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<乌鸦传媒>Here's What Diagnostic Testing Can Do for Your Allergy Patients

ATS over a photo of San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA

<乌鸦传媒>BTK Inhibitor Likely to Get a Pass to Phase III in Uncontrolled Asthma

Phase II trial misses main goal, but drugmaker set to forge ahead

ATS over a photo of San Diego Convention Center

<乌鸦传媒>Tezepelumab Shows Potential for COPD, Negative Trial Notwithstanding

Asthma drug may benefit patients with blood eosinophil counts indicative of type 2 inflammation

ATS over a photo of San Diego Convention Center

<乌鸦传媒>Add-On Dupilumab for COPD Backed by Second Phase III Trial

NOTUS study confirms fewer exacerbations with biologic for patients on maximum inhaled therapy

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