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
To listen and soothe – important GP roles during COVID crisis
Wednesday 22 April 2020, 04:00 AM

Soothing and listening to people can reduce the risk of acute stress disorders in situations like the COVID-19
Southern correspondent Fiona Cassie talks to Christchurch GP Jeremy Baker about helping patients with the emotional side of lockdown; and doing the same for yourselves
Listening, soothing and keeping a relationship with vulnerable patients struggling in the lockdown is an important role for GPs and nurses, believes C
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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