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Bleach exposure is associated with increased risk of respiratory and other infections in school-aged children

Bleach Exposure May Increase Risk of Infections in Children

Increased risks of influenza only once, recurrent tonsillitis, and any infection

March 2015 Briefing – Pulmonology

Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pulmonology for March 2015. This roundup includes the latest...

February 2015 Briefing – Pulmonology

Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pulmonology for February 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
A healthy diet might reduce the risk of developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Healthy Diet Independently Tied to Lower Risk of COPD

Consuming less red meat, soda and alcohol tied to less COPD in study

January 2015 Briefing – Pulmonology

Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Pulmonology for January 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
For children in pediatric intensive care units mechanically ventilated for acute respiratory failure

Sedation Protocol Doesn’t Reduce Duration of Ventilation in PICU

No reduction in duration of mechanical ventilation for children with sedation protocol versus usual care
Two studies published in the January/February issue of the Annals of Family Medicine evaluate the tools available for diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Studies Highlight Tools for Diagnosis of COPD

Tools include FEV1/FVC and laryngeal height plus Lung Function Questionnaire

Society of Critical Care Medicine, Jan. 17-21

The Society of Critical Care Medicine's 44th Critical Care Congress The annual congress of the Society of Critical Care Medicine was held from...
The incidence of hospitalizations for pulmonary embolism increased from 2001 to 2010

Incidence of PE Hospitalizations Rises From 2001 to 2010

Seasonal variation seen in PE hospitalizations, with higher number of admissions in winter
Malpractice litigation relating to complications from tracheotomies can result in high award amounts

Study Examines Trends in Tracheotomy Malpractice Suits

Settlements and award verdicts high; pediatric cases more often named in favor of plaintiff