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
Climate change, the here and now: Managing isolation wrought by weather-related events is key
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Climate change, the here and now: Managing isolation wrought by weather-related events is key
Sunday 16 April 2023, 12:00 AM

Rural communities are susceptible to road closures and problems with accessing healthcare after floods, cyclones and other disasters – as well as mental health challenges [Image: Vidar Nordli Mathisen on Unsplash]
Fiona Bolden writes about recent disastrous weather events affecting communities, and how rural health providers need to be part of emergency management
Climate change is causing increasing challenges for disaster management and healthcare delivery, especially in rural areas. The effects of extreme wea
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