Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Explaining Emphysema, Part 2: TreatmentIn "Explaining Emphysema, Part 1", we discussed the risk factors and symptoms associated with this condition. Now, let's look at what can be done about it in terms of treatment... By Leon Lebowitz, BA, RRT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Explaining Emphysema - Part 1: Risk Factors & SymptomsThere are many people in the United States, and around the world, living with COPD. Emphysema is one lung condition that falls under the umbrella of COPD. If you've ever... By Leon Lebowitz, BA, RRT5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COPD Medical Abbreviations: What Do They Mean?Your prescription says, “Albuterol QID.” Your doctor wants you to get a PFT and ABG?” These and other abbreviations are commonly used by medical professionals, so what do they mean?... By John Bottrell, RRT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
COPD and MucusThe coughing associated with COPD produces large amounts of a slimy substance called mucus. The increase in the production of mucus and secretions are due to an excessive amount of... By Leon Lebowitz, BA, RRT4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments28 comments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial1,2 is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria) in order to take part in the study.1,2... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:1,2Adverse event: an undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical... By Editorial Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments