Oxoid Offers Range Of Tests For Influenza Virus Types A And B

Oxoid, a world leading microbiology brand, offers a range of valuable diagnostic tools for the detection of respiratory disease caused by influenza virus Types A and B. Rapid diagnosis of Influenza A or B virus infections plays an important role in patient management, influencing the use of antiviral therapy and enabling effective management and control of outbreaks. Influenza virus infections peak in the winter months1 and remain a major health concern.
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Posted on 11/28/2008 | Filed under Respiratory & Asthma - Flu / Cold / SARS | Trackback | Comments Off

Antibiotics Not The Solution For Coughs, Colds And Sore Throats - The North West London Hospitals NHS Trust Reminds Residents

With the onset of winter, residents of Brent and Harrow are being reminded that antibiotics are not the solution for infections such as coughs, colds and sore throats. Dr Bharat Patel, Consultant Microbiologist at The North West London Hospitals NHS Trust, says: "Antibiotics are effective only against bacterial infections. Taking antibiotics for the wrong reasons has no benefit to the patient and can cause nasty side effects such as diarrhoea.
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State Public Health Director, Illinois, Reminds Of Cough Etiquette And Respiratory Hygiene

As we enter flu season, and with reports of increased number of pertussis cases in some Illinois counties, Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Damon T. Arnold is reminding people of the importance of vaccinations and preventive measures that should be used to avoid getting sick. "Some northern Illinois counties are reporting an increased number of pertussis, or whooping cough, cases this year compared to 2007.
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Sleep Apnoea Frequently The Cause Of Long-Term Sick Leave And Even Loss Of Employment

People with sleep apnoea have an increased risk of needing to take long-term sick leave or give up working completely. So concludes a major Norwegian study on over 7,000 subjects, to be published in the European Respiratory Journal (ERJ), the scientific publication of the European Respiratory Society (ERS). This finding is especially alarming since sleep apnoea, although widespread, is little known not only to the public but also to many doctors.
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Posted on 11/27/2008 | Filed under Respiratory & Asthma - Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia | Trackback | Comments Off

The Brussels Declaration: The Need For Change In Asthma Management

The prevalence of asthma has increased dramatically over the last 20 years, and the annual cost of illness is now estimated at almost 18 billion euros across Europe. Childhood asthma in particular is escalating: up to 20% of European children have asthma and it has become the most common reason that children are hospitalised.
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Posted on 11/27/2008 | Filed under Respiratory & Asthma - Respiratory / Asthma | Trackback | Comments Off

Understanding How Bronchial Valves May Improve Health Status In Emphysema Patients

Emphysema is a common pulmonary disease for which there is no cure, and which has very dramatic health consequences when severe. Harvey O. Coxson (Vancouver General Hospital, Canada) and colleagues are reporting results from a pilot study of a bronchial valve (Spiration IBV®), which is intended for use as a treatment for severe emphysema.
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Posted on 11/27/2008 | Filed under Respiratory & Asthma - Respiratory / Asthma | Trackback | Comments Off

Antenatal Infection Compromises Post-Natal Growth And Lung Development In The Premature Baby

Christèle Gras-Le Guen (Hôpital Mère Enfant CHU Nantes, France) and colleagues report an experimental work in the rabbit in order to confirm an association, previously reported in humans, between antenatal infection and post-natal bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD), the most serious respiratory disease in premature babies. This study has been conducted in an experimental model of Escherichia coli antenatal infection in the rabbit.
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Posted on 11/27/2008 | Filed under Respiratory & Asthma - Pediatrics / Children's Health | Trackback | Comments Off

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Therapy Decreases Cardiovascular Risk

Obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome (OSAS) is a sleep disorder characterised by snoring, repetitive apnoeas associated with oxygen desaturations, and sleep disruption. It has been estimated that 2-4% of the adult population in Western countries suffer from clinically significant OSAS. OSAS has also been associated with high blood pressure, stroke and myocardial ischaemia in epidemiological and observational studies.
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Papworth Hospital Trial New ‘Airway Bypass’ For Emphysema Sufferers, England

Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to announce on World COPD Day (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) its participation in a trial of a new treatment for severe emphysema. Papworth is one of 45 hospitals in the world and only 2 in the UK participating in a worldwide trial to evaluate the effectiveness of the airway bypass procedure to relieve breathlessness in patients with advanced widespread 'homogeneous' emphysema.
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Posted on 11/26/2008 | Filed under Respiratory & Asthma - Respiratory / Asthma | Trackback | Comments Off

Why Does It Take So Long For A Correct Diagnosis Of Pulmonary Hypertension?

Lack of awareness of pulmonary hypertension is one of the reasons why it takes on average up to two years for a correct diagnosis of this rare lung disease. This year's week-long campaign included a series of national fundraising and press events, organised by the national charity, Pulmonary Hypertension Association UK (www.phassociation.uk.com), and will culminate in the patient annual conference on 14 November.
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