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
A toolkit for 2024 – Part 1 – Inequity: Small steps can make a measurable difference
A toolkit for 2024 – Part 1 – Inequity: Small steps can make a measurable difference

The world is rapidly changing, as is the practice of healthcare within it. Primary care has adapted to recent challenges but must be ready to face the next ones. In this four-part series, Jo Scott-Jones provides resources around equity, planetary health, continuity of care and technology, with the caveats of funding, workforce and workload – essentially, a toolkit to help you plan for the year ahead. Part 1 looks at inequity; check back tomorrow for part 2
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