Dupilumab Reduces Severe Asthma Attacks in Pediatric Trial
The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled VOYAGE trial included 408 children aged 6 to 11 years with uncontrolled persistent asthma.
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Assessing the Effect of 2019 GINA Classification Changes in Patients With Asthma
Researchers sought to characterize the effect of the changes in the GINA 2019 recommendations in a real-world patient setting.
Cannabis Dependency May Affect Outcomes in Asthma Exacerbation Hospitalizations
Patients admitted to the hospital as a result of an asthma exacerbation who were diagnosed with cannabis dependence appeared to have poorer outcomes than those without the diagnosis.
Dupilumab Associated With Reduced Severe Outpatient Asthma Exacerbation Rates
In patients with type 2 asthma, dupilumab was associated with significantly lower annualized outpatient asthma exacerbation rates and lower total number of days using systemic corticosteroids.
New Indication: Trelegy Ellipta
Trelegy Ellipta is now approved for the maintenance treatment of asthma in patients aged 18 years and older. Learn more about this new indication with our slideshow, complete drug monograph, and downloadable PDF.
Severe, Poorly Controlled Pediatric Asthma Worsened by Allergen Sensitization
Children with severe or poorly controlled asthma with allergen sensitization have been shown to experience more asthma exacerbations and use more oral corticosteroids compared with those without allergen sensitization.
Asthma Is Associated With Increased Risk for Osteoporosis
Researchers analyzed the association of asthma and its subgroups with osteoporosis in the Korean adult population, and determined the effects of asthma on osteoporosis based on condition of asthma management.
Bronchitis in Early Childhood May Increase Risk for Adult Lung Disease
Children who have bronchitis at least once before the age of 7 years are more likely to develop lung problems in later life.
Behavior Intervention to Increase Physical Activity May Improve Asthma Control
A comprehensive 8-week behavior change intervention designed to increase physical activity in adults with asthma was associated with improvements in asthma control, sleep quality, and anxiety symptoms.
Occupational Eosinophlic Bronchitis in Individuals Exposed to Workplace Sensitizing Agents
Individuals exposed to workplace sensitizing agents may develop an isolated sputum eosinophilic response consistent with occupational eosinophilic bronchitis, even in the absence of asthma symptoms.
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