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
Walking holiday just the tonic: Italian adventure chases away work stress and worries
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Walking holiday just the tonic: Italian adventure chases away work stress and worries
Friday 18 August 2023, 10:58 AM

Situated on the shores of Lake Maggiore, Cannero, with its buildings in shades of ochre and yellow, is referred to as the Cannero Riviera [Image: Shane Dunphy]
Wellington-based GP Shane Dunphy, of Onslow Medical Centre, has managed to get overseas after three years of hard slog during COVID. Re-energised, he shares his experiences in Italy, to lift the spirits of wornout GPs and to inspire some dreams and plans
You know you are on holiday when the major decision of the day is which flavour of gelato to choose
It is not often that I am immediately enchant, Italy 4869, Isola Di San Giulio, the island in the middle of Lake Orta, which houses the Basilica of San Guilio and the Benedictine Abbey, as well as elegant gard
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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