COPD
COPD patients discharged to a skilled nursing facility are twice as likely to die within a year
November 06, 2014People who go to a skilled nursing facility after being hospitalized for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are about twice as likely to die within a year, according to recently released findings.
Also in the news for Oct. 17, 2014 . . .
October 17, 2014CMS announces new Accountable Care Organization model ... Drugmaker reaches $31 million settlement, resolving charges that it paid kickbacks to long-term care pharmacies ... People prefer institutional long-term care if they need more help with daily living activities ... First-of-its-kind guidelines recommend pneumococcal vaccine to prevent COPD exacerbations
Also in the news for May 16, 2014 . . .
May 16, 2014New PEPPER reports available ... ICU use for late-stage dementia increased, varies by region ... Weekends deadly for hospitalized pneumonia, COPD patients ... Anti-aging drug breakthrough?
Hospice, curative care paid together in new program
May 01, 2014Seniors will not have to stop curative care to receive hospice benefits under a new demonstration program, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently announced.
Non-Invasive Open Ventilation System approved
April 22, 2014Breathe Technologies, which makes the Non-Invasive Open Ventilation (NIOV) System, said the Food and Drug Administration has granted the fifth 510(k) clearance for the product.
Essential steps for treating those with COPD
March 05, 2014Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive, presently incurable respiratory illness that is characterized by airflow obstruction. For long-term care professionals, knowledge about every aspect of this debilitating disease is critical for effective care and improving a patient's quality of life.
Two asthma inhalers left gasping for life
July 01, 2013Two asthma inhalers are being phased out, the Food and Drug Administration announced at the end of May.
Five-day COPD treatment quells flare-ups, reduces side effects, researchers find
May 23, 2013Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease flare-ups do better with a shorter round of prednisone, researchers have found.
FDA approves highly anticipated COPD medication
May 13, 2013The Food and Drug Administration has officially approved Breo Ellipta, a much-anticipated new treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
New option for COPD patients possible
April 19, 2013A new treatment may be available for patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder, following a Food and Drug Administration advisory panel making a positive recommendation.
More seniors are hospitalized for respiratory disorders as the outdoor temperature rises, study finds
March 11, 2013Seniors are increasingly likely to be hospitalized for respiratory problems as it becomes warmer, according to a recently released study.
FDA approves Tudorza Pressair for COPD
December 26, 2012The Food and Drug Administration recently approved Tudorza Pressair (aclidinium bromide) for the long-term maintenance treatment of bronchospasm (narrowing of the airways in the lung) associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
Study: Shorter stays but lower rehospitalization and death rates at VA hospitals
December 19, 2012Quicker hospital discharges have not led to increased readmissions or deaths, according to a study of Veterans Administration hospitals published Tuesday.
Study shows COPD not an independent risk factor for lung cancer
December 18, 2012Contrary to what some observers believe, a new study concludes that chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is not an independent risk factor for lung cancer.
Results of first-ever state study of COPD released
November 27, 2012Age-adjusted rates of those afflicted by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) vary considerably within the United States. The low of less than 4% was reported from residents of Washington and Minnesota; the highest prevalence of more than 9% was found in Alabama and Kentucky.
COPD tied to poor sleep, low blood oxygen levels, research finds
September 21, 2012Low arterial blood oxygen levels are tied to poor sleep quality in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, new research finds.
COPD tied to poor sleep, low blood oxygen levels, research finds
September 21, 2012Low arterial blood oxygen levels are tied to poor sleep quality in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, new research finds.
Acupuncture is helpful in treatment of COPD, study finds
May 15, 2012Acupuncture appears to help the labored breathing that accompanies chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a new study suggests.
Study: Heart rate variability linked to lower quality of life in people with COPD
October 16, 2011Heart-related therapies could improve the quality if life for individuals suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a new study finds.
Daily antibiotic use could reduce COPD flare-ups, study finds
August 26, 2011Long-term daily doses of the antibiotic azithromycin helped prevent life-threatening flare-ups of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a new study finds.
COPD drugs linked to urinary problems in men, study finds
May 24, 2011A specific class of drugs used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease may result in urinary problems for patients, new research finds.
Confidence building can increase light physical activity in COPD patients, study shows
May 20, 2011Individuals with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease often have sedentary lives, but new research shows a combination of exercise classes and confidence-building programs can lead to an increase in physical activity.
Remote monitoring of congestive heart failure and COPD patients may lower readmission rate
April 26, 2011A pilot program using remote medical monitoring for recently hospitalized congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients resulted in a lower readmission rate, Crain's Detroit Business reported.
Inhaled corticosteroids extend life of COPD patients
April 22, 2011Inhaled corticosteroids can lower the mortality rate of elderly chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients who have been hospitalized with pneumonia, a new study finds.
COPD patients more at risk for other cardiovascular diseases
January 21, 2011Individuals on long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have been found to face greater risk of death from other cardiovascular and respiratory diseases, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
