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
Back away from products with benzalkonium chloride
Back away from products with benzalkonium chloride

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Dermatologist Caroline Mahon reviews a scaly skin condition that mainly affects body folds
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