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Common biomarker of kidney disease may also indicate COPD

A commonly used biomarker of kidney disease may also indicate lung problems, particularly COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to new research published online in the American Thoracic Society's American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.

28 Sep 2018

Critical illness and major infection can promote brain changes, accelerate cognitive decline

Researchers at Johns Hopkins report that a novel analysis of more than a thousand patients adds to evidence that hospitalization, critical illness and major infection may diminish brain structures that are most commonly affected by Alzheimer's disease.

28 Sep 2018

Verastem Oncology selects US Bioservices to dispense COPIKTRA capsules

US Bioservices, a specialty pharmacy that is a part of AmerisourceBergen, today announced that it has been selected by Verastem OncologyTM to dispense COPIKTRA (duvelisib) capsules.

28 Sep 2018

Pfizer announces FDA approval of VIZIMPRO for first-line treatment of EGFR-mutated metastatic NSCLC

Pfizer Inc. today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved VIZIMPRO [vih-ZIM-pro] (dacomitinib), a kinase inhibitor for the first-line treatment of patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer with epidermal growth factor receptor exon 19 deletion or exon 21 L858R substitution mutations as detected by an FDA-approved test.

28 Sep 2018

Researchers develop new mathematical technique to study brain waves

A U.S. Army Research Laboratory scientist has collaborated with a team of researchers from the University of North Texas to develop a new data processing technique that uses electroencephalogram, or EEG, time series variability as a measure of the state of the brain.

27 Sep 2018

Antibiotic resistance in cystic fibrosis linked to decreased microbial diversity and pulmonary function

A defective gene causes thick, sticky mucus to build up in the lungs of patients with cystic fibrosis. There, it traps bacteria, causing patients to develop frequent lung infections that progressively damage these vital organs and impair patients' ability to breathe.

27 Sep 2018

Survey: Physicians need more information to assess impact of NSCLC treatment sequencing

Results from a new global survey revealed that more than one-third (36%) of the 310 physicians surveyed do not think they have sufficient information required to make informed decisions on how to sequence treatments for patients with epidermal growth factor receptor mutation-positive (EGFR M+) non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

26 Sep 2018

Researchers review current state and future potential of biologic medications to treat asthma in children

Researchers have performed a comprehensive review of the current state and future potential of using biologic medications to treat asthma in children.

26 Sep 2018

Cocoa: New, previously unknown source of vitamin D2 identified

Many people do not get enough vitamin D. Brittle bones and an increased risk of respiratory diseases can be the result of a vitamin D deficiency.

26 Sep 2018

Research shows indoor HEPA filters reduce pollution caused by poor-quality outdoor air

Outdoor air pollution is a major contributor to indoor air pollution -- but high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters used in the home significantly reduce fine-particulate matter in the air compared with non-HEPA air filters, according to a new two-year study led by researchers at Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City.

26 Sep 2018

NeoTract presents new clinical data from studies of UroLift System for patients with BPH

NeoTract, a wholly owned subsidiary of Teleflex Incorporated focused on addressing unmet needs in the field of urology, today announced the presentation of new clinical data at the World Congress of Endourology 2018 Annual Conference from two U.K. studies of the company's novel UroLift System for patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.

25 Sep 2018

Philips' new full face DreamWear mask offers more options for patients with respiratory conditions

Royal Philips, a global leader in health technology, has announced the introduction of the next generation mask in its award-winning DreamWear full face mask system.

From Philips Healthcare 25 Sep 2018

Solid fuel use linked with increased risk of hospitalization or death from respiratory diseases

Burning wood or coal to cook food is associated with increased risk of hospitalization or dying from respiratory diseases, according to new research conducted in China and published online in the American Thoracic Society’s American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.

25 Sep 2018

Alexion announces positive results from Phase 3 PREVENT study of Soliris in patients with NMOSD

Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. today announced positive topline results from the Phase 3 PREVENT study of Soliris in patients with anti-aquaporin-4 auto antibody-positive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder.

24 Sep 2018

FARXIGA receives positive results in Phase III DECLARE-TIMI 58 cardiovascular outcomes trial

AstraZeneca today announced positive results from the Phase III DECLARE-TIMI 58 cardiovascular outcomes trial for FARXIGA, the broadest SGLT-2 inhibitor CVOT conducted to date.

24 Sep 2018

Number of people with respiratory diseases likely to increase if UK air pollution remains unchecked

The number of people suffering from respiratory indications and the severity of those already suffering from the various diseases is expected to increase if air pollution in the UK goes unchecked, says GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

24 Sep 2018

ADCETRIS drug receives approval in Japan as frontline treatment option for Hodgkin lymphoma

Seattle Genetics, Inc. today announced that its collaborator, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, has received approval from the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare for ADCETRIS (brentuximab vedotin) in combination with doxorubicin, vinblastine and dacarbazine as a frontline treatment option for CD30-positive Hodgkin lymphoma patients in Japan.

24 Sep 2018

CSU chemists may help in making extracorporeal life support devices more effective

Smoke inhalation, pneumonia, and combat-related trauma are just a few causes of acute respiratory distress syndrome - a condition where the lungs fill with fluid, and is too often fatal.

24 Sep 2018

CHMP adopts positive opinion of Takeda’s ALUNBRIG for treatment of ALK+ non-small cell lung cancer

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited today announced that the European Medicines Agency's Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use has adopted a positive opinion, recommending the full approval of ALUNBRIG® as a monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with anaplastic lymphoma kinase-positive advanced non-small cell lung cancer previously treated with crizotinib.

24 Sep 2018

Study finds excess emissions from diesel cars produced by major auto manufacturers in Europe

In September 2015, the German automaker Volkswagen was found to have illegally cheated federal emissions tests in the United States, by intentionally programming emissions control devices to turn on only during laboratory testing.

21 Sep 2018

Respiratory News and Research

Common biomarker of kidney disease may also indicate COPD

Critical illness and major infection can promote brain changes, accelerate cognitive decline

Verastem Oncology selects US Bioservices to dispense COPIKTRA capsules

Pfizer announces FDA approval of VIZIMPRO for first-line treatment of EGFR-mutated metastatic NSCLC

Researchers develop new mathematical technique to study brain waves

Antibiotic resistance in cystic fibrosis linked to decreased microbial diversity and pulmonary function

Survey: Physicians need more information to assess impact of NSCLC treatment sequencing

Researchers review current state and future potential of biologic medications to treat asthma in children

Cocoa: New, previously unknown source of vitamin D2 identified

Research shows indoor HEPA filters reduce pollution caused by poor-quality outdoor air

NeoTract presents new clinical data from studies of UroLift System for patients with BPH

Philips' new full face DreamWear mask offers more options for patients with respiratory conditions

Solid fuel use linked with increased risk of hospitalization or death from respiratory diseases

Alexion announces positive results from Phase 3 PREVENT study of Soliris in patients with NMOSD

FARXIGA receives positive results in Phase III DECLARE-TIMI 58 cardiovascular outcomes trial

Number of people with respiratory diseases likely to increase if UK air pollution remains unchecked

ADCETRIS drug receives approval in Japan as frontline treatment option for Hodgkin lymphoma

CSU chemists may help in making extracorporeal life support devices more effective

CHMP adopts positive opinion of Takeda’s ALUNBRIG for treatment of ALK+ non-small cell lung cancer

Study finds excess emissions from diesel cars produced by major auto manufacturers in Europe

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