Starting Your Treatment With SpirivaSpiriva, also known as tiotropium, is a common drug used in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The following will highlight what to expect when starting your treatment with tiotropium. Tiotropium... By Canadian Pharmacist3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lung Hyperinflation in COPDLung hyperinflation happens when air gets trapped in the lungs. It is sometimes called “long lungs.” The trapped air causes the lungs to inflate more than they should. People with... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Flutter Valves and Acapellas? I have been getting lots of questions lately about flutter valves and acapellas. A common one that has been advertising heavily is a brand called AirPhysio. I am asked, “What... By John Bottrell, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Over-the-Counter Mucus Secretion Drugs: Do They Really Work?As a pharmacist, I am often asked whether over-the-counter mucus secretion drugs are beneficial for people with COPD. Some people with COPD produce significant amounts of thick mucus, causing difficulties... By Canadian Pharmacist2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Aortic Stenosis and COPDNearly half of the adults living in the United States have some form of heart disease and about 1 in 10 adults in the United States have a chronic lung... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Coping With Mental Health: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) TherapySome people who have experienced a shocking, dangerous, or frightening event may develop a disorder known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The symptoms of PTSD – including re-experiencing the traumatic... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Interpreting Oxygen LevelsDoctors will often monitor your oxygen levels. These can be monitored by using a pulse oximeter. You can monitor your own oxygen levels at home by purchasing your own pulse... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments61 comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check out the interactive website The Genderbread Person. Have... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Spotlight On Interstitial Lung DiseasesInterstitial lung disease (ILD) is the name given to any disease that causes inflammation and/or scarring in the lungs. ILD's are grouped based on what causes them. There are over... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
COPD and Congestive Heart Failure - How to Tell the DifferenceCOPD and Congestive Heart Failure (CHF for short) are two of the most common chronic health conditions and also among the top 3 leading causes of death in the U.S... By Kathi MacNaughton5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)?Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that can form in a deep vein. It usually occurs in the legs but can occur in other parts of the body... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is AFib?Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, is the most common heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). It occurs when the atria, the two upper chambers of the heart, beat very fast in... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Improve Heart HealthAbout 6.5 million Americans are living with heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women of most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How is Coronary Artery Disease Treated?Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of death around the world. Managing risk for CAD and understanding its signs and symptoms are important parts of a treatment plan... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is AFib Genetic?Atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib, is the most common heart rhythm disorder (arrhythmia). It occurs when the atria, the two upper chambers of the heart, beat very fast in... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is an Ablation for AFib?Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is an irregular heart rhythm caused by random electrical activity. During Afib, the heart’s upper chambers beat too fast and do not contract properly. This can lead... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are the Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis?Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot. It develops inside the deep in veins that have slower blood flow. They generally form in the lower leg but can also... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Causes Peripheral Artery Disease?When a person has peripheral artery disease (PAD) it means their limbs are not getting enough blood flow. This is because their blood vessels have plaque built up inside them... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments