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Prolonged cough? In most cases, patience is the treatment

Coughing after a respiratory infection is common and, in most cases, will resolve with time, according to an article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). With the recent bout of respiratory infections across Canada, many people are suffering from a postinfectious cough, or a cough...

Tiny trailblazer: First baby treated in world-first trial for chronic lung disease

At two weeks old, Emerson Cogan was already a pioneer. Born February 20, 2023, at 23 weeks gestation and weighing 515 grams, Emmy was the first baby to receive cell therapy in a world-first Phase 1 clinical trial. The goal of this therapy is to prevent...

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Life-support system reduced COVID-19 mortality by 7.1 per cent, study shows

A new study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), led by UHN researchers and the...

Breath monitoring improves patient safety during endoscopy unit procedures in pilot project

By Mae Burke and Cheryl Ha A pilot project in the Therapeutic Endoscopy Unit at...

Combining compassionate care with leading edge technology to provide the very best experience to COPD patients

By Julie Dowdie For Navaratham Murugasu, Breathe Better at Home could not be a more...

COPD decision tool helps keep patients safe

By Amelia Buchanan Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often come to the Emergency...

Avoiding the travel hassles of initial respiratory assessments

By Vince Rice Imagine struggling for each breath, but facing a lengthy and possibly costly...

CANVent noninvasive ventilators help patients breathe easily at home

Marty Meech eyes the small square machine on his living room coffee table. It...

Let’s boogie! A dance study for People with COPD

By Jane Langille After showing significant improvement by participating in a formal rehabilitation program, many...

Not taking certain blood thinners as prescribed can increase risk of stroke

  One in three seniors prescribed the blood thinners dabigatran and rivaroxaban are not taking...

World first: Living without lungs for six days saves a mom’s life

By Alex Radkewycz In a bold and very challenging move, thoracic surgeons at Toronto General...

Helping COPD patients breathe easier

The Sumac Creek Health Centre will soon roll out a half-day health promotion program...

New program making a world of difference for COPD patients

When Gordon Ying was admitted to North York General Hospital for a chronic obstructive...

Respiratory therapists give the breath of life

As a registered respiratory therapist, Burnaby Hospital’s Darwin Chan is proud to say that...

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Prolonged cough? In most cases, patience is the treatment

Coughing after a respiratory infection is common and, in most cases, will resolve with...