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
Boxing’s ‘gender row’ at Paris Summer Olympic Games
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Boxing’s ‘gender row’ at Paris Summer Olympic Games
Wednesday 23 October 2024, 12:20 AM

Incomplete understanding of terminology and sex testing added to the media “storm” surrounding two gold-medal-winning female boxers [Image: Arisa Chattasa on Unsplash]
Sports physician Steve Targett discusses two athletes who were subjected to extremely unpleasant harassment, despite meeting the eligibility criteria for women’s boxing at the recent Olympic Games
Key points, It is important that everyone, irrespective of their gender identity or sex variations, can practice sport in a safe, harassment-free environment.
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