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Expert_badge Jane M. Martin, BA, LRT, CRT

Jane M. Martin, BA, LRT, CRT

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Respiratory Therapist and Author

Relovair: New Medicine for COPD

Developing new medications and getting them from the lab to your neighborhood pharmacy (or mailbox) as safe and effective - is a long, complicated process, requiring a great deal of care. You may have heard about this new medication. Here’s a brief report. What is Relovair?Relovair is a new medication for COPD that is currently being tested... Read moreChevron
posted 01/31/2012, comments (0)|
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Kathi MacNaughton

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Living with Asthma

Preparing for the End Game - When the Battle to Live Is Ending - Caregiver Perspectives

Living with COPD isn't always easy, but with the right treatment, mindset and lifestyle, it is often possible to live a quality life for many years after you receive a COPD diagnosis. My mom did -- sometimes we found it hard to believe she even had COPD!   But sooner or later, those overtaxed lungs start to stop working more and more.... Read moreChevron
posted 12/08/2011, comments (0)|
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Kathi MacNaughton

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Living with Asthma

Hospice and How It Can Help the COPD Patient AND Caregiver

Hospice can be an invaluable resource for people with end-stage COPD and their overworked, overwhelmed caregivers. But before I get into that, let me apologize... I'm writing 3 posts today, and they're all a bit on the depressing side, because they deal with death.   I don't mean to remove all hope for people fairly new to COPD as they read... Read moreChevron
Lawrence Reaves

Lawrence Reaves

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Freelance writer, Health advocate

Stages of Mesothelioma

There are currently three main systems for rating the stages of mesothelioma cancer: Butchart Staging, TNM Staging, and Brigham Staging. All three systems address pleural mesothelioma only. Understanding this system allows the patient to get an idea of the options available. While each has its own variances, they generally agree on staging... Read moreChevron
posted 12/05/2011, comments (0)|
Lawrence Reaves

Lawrence Reaves

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Freelance writer, Health advocate

Stages of Mesothelioma

A diagnosis of mesothelioma can be hard to take. However, getting information on the status is important when looking at treatment options. You will hear mesothelioma experts talk about the stages of the disease. There are currently three main systems for rating the stages of this cancer: Butchart Staging, TNM Staging, and Brigham Staging. All... Read moreChevron
posted 12/05/2011, comments (0)|

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