ATS: Risk of Pneumonia Up With Inhaled Corticosteroids in COPD
Observational studies show reduction in odds of pneumonia-associated, all-cause mortality
ATS: Aspirin Use Linked to Slower Progression of Emphysema
Slower progression of percent emphysema on CT after adjustment for multiple variables
ATS: Sleep Apnea May Boost Depression Risk in Men
Researcher says cause and effect can't be proved, but link between the two conditions is strong
Shift Work Tied to Poor Health Indicators, Metabolic Syndrome
Excess weight, sleep issues more common among those with changing schedules
ATS: Music Beneficial in Weaning From Mechanical Ventilation
Significant decreases seen in respiratory rate, anxiety, dyspnea, and total weaning time
Tips Provided for Doctors Who Want to Move to Private Practice
Physicians should prepare carefully; consider finances, legal issues, and insurance
ATS: E-Cig Smoking Linked to Drop in Cough Reflex Sensitivity
And, adverse effects on cells seen with exposure to some flavors of electronic cigarettes
ATS: SB010 Cuts Early, Late Response in Allergic Asthma
Significant attenuation in early and late responses after allergen provocation
Pollen-Derived Adenosine Key in Ragweed-Induced Allergy
Adenosine found to aggravate ragweed-induced allergic lung inflammation
Financial Incentives Effective in Smoking Cessation
Found to be better alternative than free counseling, cessation aids
