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
Using written exposure therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder
Using written exposure therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder

Specialist GP Bruce Arroll has had experience using written exposure therapy for patients with post-traumatic stress disorder and wants to share how it might be useful in primary care
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