Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Shot bro: Adverse cutaneous reactions following COVID-19 vaccination
Shot bro: Adverse cutaneous reactions following COVID-19 vaccination

Vaccination of whole populations against COVID-19 has provided a plethora of data on vaccine side effects. Dermatologist Amanda Oakley discusses a range of adverse events reported, including cutaneous reactions
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