Far-UV reduces airborne allergens, may ease asthma

The Kent and Medway Respiratory Disease Network conference took place last Saturday at the Mercure Hotel near Maidstone. Trust acute physicians contributed to the programme with presentations by Dr Sanjay Sharma on bronchiectasis and Dr Leman Mutlu on asthma and allergies. Dr Sharma runs the bronchiectasis monthly MDT, providing support for acute care and community care of bronchiectasis across the county. The new asthma management guidelines were extensively discussed and noted the significant changes in management of asthma, a condition that affects six per cent of the UK population. The conference was chaired by Dr Helen Ramsey and Dr Neil Banik, GPs with special role in respiratory disease.

West Coast Health Alliance Sets Clinical Priorities Amid Vaccine Guidance Shifts: West Coast states unite to enhance vaccine access and guidance for respiratory viruses, prioritizing public health and safety ahead of the 2025-26 season. #sharing #pharmacy #lifesciences

West Coast Health Alliance Sets Clinical Priorities Amid Vaccine Guidance Shifts: West Coast states unite to enhance vaccine access and guidance for respiratory viruses, prioritizing public health and safety ahead of the 2025-26 season. #sharing #pharmacy #lifesciences

https://lnkd.in/ePCDwgAj 🚀 A game-changer for the entire healthcare system is here! ▶️ Watch the first video in our 10-day series as CEO Michael Feldschuh unveils our new, FDA-cleared Blood Volume Analysis (BVA) system. BVA delivers the precise data clinicians need to eliminate costly and complicated guesswork and improve patient care for both inpatient and outpatient care. “This is a game-changer for many patients in the healthcare system. With over 95% accuracy, our new analyzer helps you optimize care, prevent re-hospitalizations, and drive better patient outcomes.” 📈 🤔 What's the biggest challenge you face today in fluid management? Follow along daily for an expert perspective on the new BVA. Tomorrow, our CSO explains the technological breakthrough that makes it all possible. 💡 🔗 Learn more about the new BVA analyzer: https://lnkd.in/eWbbYyNV hashtag #BVA hashtag #Healthcare hashtag #MedTech hashtag #Innovation hashtag #Daxor (Rx only. For adults only. Contraindicated in pregnant patients and those with iodine allergies.)

WHAT'S GOING AROUND?— Each week, we ask our ER physicians what ailments and conditions are commonly being seen in our Emergency Room. THIS WEEK, Dr. Stephanie Hernandez, an emergency physician with McLaren, reports: Injuries There have been steady, high volumes of mostly pediatric patients seeking care in the emergency and trauma center for orthopedic and soft tissue injuries mainly sustained during athletics. URI While testing negative for the flu, RSV, or COVID, there has been a significant uptick in the number of patients seeking care for a viral upper respiratory infection and symptoms of congestion, persistent cough, and sore throat. COVID-19 There has been a slight but noticeable increase in patients testing positive for COVID-19, though the vast majority of patients have experienced mild symptoms. Allergies/Asthma Asthma sufferers have been seeking treatment for breathing complications brought on my allergies.

Did you know many common conditions can be treated through telehealth? ✅ Colds & flu ✅ Allergies & asthma ✅ Mental health check-ins ✅ Skin conditions like rashes or acne ✅ Chronic care management (diabetes, hypertension, heart disease) Telehealth saves time and keeps care accessible. Learn more: https://ow.ly/CowU50WWZNz #TelehealthAwarenessWeek #TelehealthIsHealth

𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬. 𝐒𝐨 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐮𝐧𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝? The reality is alarming: - 1 in 3 patients don’t carry their autoinjector. - Fatal reactions can happen in under 15 minutes. - Traditional devices are intimidating, and costly. At Impulse Biomed, we reimagined emergency care and created ZiBiPen. A smarter, safer, and more accessible epinephrine autoinjector, designed for people in emergencies. Key Benefits: - User-friendly: No guesswork, no hesitation - Reloadable: Lower cost, less waste - Safe by design: Built-in safety to prevent accidental use 𝐙𝐢𝐁𝐢𝐏𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞; 𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐰𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐬. When it comes to life-saving care, why should peace of mind expire? Swipe through to see how ZiBiPen is reshaping allergy emergency care. We want to hear from you: What’s the biggest challenge you've faced managing emergency allergic reactions, as a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional? #HealthcareInnovation #AllergyAwareness #MedicalDevices #Anaphylaxis #Epinephrine #PatientCare #ImpulseBiomed #ZiBiPen Gokul Nair Giancarlo Beukes UCT MedTech University of Cape Town Allergy Foundation of South Africa Department of Science, Technology and Innovation Anza Capital E Squared Investments Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

Mayo Clinic’s AI tools help predict severe asthma risks in young children https://lnkd.in/gEM8en59 ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic researchers have developed artificial intelligence (AI) tools that help identify which children with asthma face the highest risk of serious asthma exacerbation and acute respiratory infections. The study, published in [...]

🌍 Empowering Patients in Asthma Care EUFOREA - European Forum for Research and Education in Allergy and Airway Diseases has expanded its Patient Portal with a new asthma section, designed to improve education, early diagnosis, and patient empowerment. This digital platform provides evidence-based resources, practical guides, and lifestyle advice — helping patients better understand their condition and engage more confidently in their care. In this Q&A, Dr Sophie Scheire (UZ Gent, Belgium) explains how the portal supports both patients and healthcare professionals by bridging knowledge gaps and fostering clearer communication. 🔗 Explore the full interview: https://lnkd.in/eYBg2bcn #Asthma #ChronicRespiratoryDiseases #EUFOREA #Asthma #CRSwNP #PatientCare

Today, we’re putting the spotlight on Dr. Basil Kahwash, MD, MMHC. 🌟 As an allergist and immunologist in Columbus, OH, Dr. Basil made the leap to go independent, a move that’s about more than autonomy. It’s about reclaiming the ability to practice medicine on your own terms: setting your own pace, shaping your patient experience, and building a team that aligns with your values. At Offcall, we love celebrating physicians who take this courageous step. Going independent isn’t easy, it takes vision, resilience, and a willingness to challenge the status quo. But for many, it means rediscovering why they fell in love with medicine in the first place. ❤️ Over the past year, we’ve had the honor of spotlighting other incredible physicians who’ve paved their own path: Dr. Ajay Bhatnagar MD,MBA, Christian Monsalve, M.D., Demetrio J. Aguila, III, MD, MA, FACS, Desmond Ebanks, MD, Shane Purcell, MD, and Susan Gunduz MD FAAP. 👩⚕️ 👨⚕️ Do you know another physician who’s made the shift to go independent? Tag them in the comments ⤵️ — we’d love to share their story next. #PhysicianSpotlight #IndependentPractice #PhysicianEntrepreneurs #OffcallCommunity #PhysicianAutonomy #HealthcareInnovation #DoctorsOfInstagram Ohio ENT & Allergy Physicians