ACCP Recommends Removal of OTC Epinephrine for Asthma
The association joins other medical organizations in emphasizing the hazards of over-the-counter availability of inhaled epinephrine products for the treatment of asthma.
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ATS/ERS PFT Standards Updated
The ATS and ERS have updated their pulmonary function tests technical standard series to address the uncertainty around the interpretation of tests.
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FeNO Recommended for Asthma: New Clinical Practice Guideline
A new guideline from the American Thoracic Society recommends the use of fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) in patients with asthma in whom treatment is being considered.
Sarcoidosis Researcher Awarded ATS/Mallinckrodt Grant
Northwestern University’s Deborah Winter, PhD, has been awarded a $50,000 ATS/Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals Research Fellowship in Sarcoidosis.
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Fauci to Headline ATS 2021 Virtual Conference
NIAID director Dr. Anthony Fauci will deliver opening remarks at the ATS 2021 (virtual) International Conference, May 14-19, 2021.
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International Respiratory Organizations Call for Equitable Access to Vaccines
The Forum of International Respiratory Societies (FIRS) is calling for urgent equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines in all countries.
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Amid New COVID-19 Surge, PPE Must Be Top Priority
Leading health organizations say a national plan against COVID-19 is urgently needed to ensure an effective response and save lives, beginning with appropriate PPE for healthcare workers.
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COPD & ILD: New ATS Clinical Practice Guideline for Home Oxygen
The latest ATS clinical practice guideline addresses long-term and ambulatory oxygen therapy for adults with COPD and interstitial lung disease.
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New Clinical Practice Guidelines on Noninvasive Ventilation in Hypercapnic COPD
The new CPGs for noninvasive ventilation recommend use of nocturnal NIV in addition to usual care of patients with chronic stable hypercapnic COPD.
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First New Guidelines on Diagnosing Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis in 30 Years
Sometimes misdiagnosed as interstitial lung disease, hypersensitivity pneumonitis can be triggered by environmental allergens and causes inflammation of the lung tissue.
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Respiratory Societies: ‘Wear Face Coverings’
A joint statement from the ATS, ALA, Chest, and COPD Foundation emphasizes the importance of wearing masks and face coverings to prevent transmission of COVID-19.
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ATS: How to Safely Reopen Your PFT, Sleep Services
An ATS-led international task force has released a guidance document to help guide clinicians on restoring elective in-person pulmonary and sleep services as COVID-19 incidence decreases in their communities.
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US Must Prepare for COVID-19-related Drug Shortages
Researchers say the time is now to develop policies that address “perilously” low drug supplies, which are being further depleted by COVID-19.
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ATS Calls for Moratorium on Use of Tear Gas by Law Enforcement
ATS has called for a moratorium on the use of tear gas and other chemical agents by law enforcementduring protests as they likely compromise lung health and promote the spread of COVID-19.
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Gilead Contributes $100K to ATS COVID-19 Crisis Fund
The American Thoracic Society has received a $100,000 donation from Gilead Sciences Inc to support the ATS COVID-19 Crisis Fund.
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