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
Infant mental health: Identifying problems and supporting the caregiver–child relationship
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Infant mental health: Identifying problems and supporting the caregiver–child relationship
Thursday 20 February 2020, 09:00 AM

Problems in the parent– child relationship may underpin manifestations of distress observed in infants
MENTAL HEALTH
There is growing awareness of the needs of infants and small children, and what leads to better psychosocial adjustment later in life, as discussed here
Tanya Wright
What primary care can do, A health practitioner’s relationship with their patient is their biggest asset. By being supportive and caring and showing they can “hold the patient
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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