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New Study Reveals Heart Health Indicators and COPD Symptom Severity Predict Major Future Heart and Lung Events in COPD
A new study from the Observational and Pragmatic Research Institute has shown that long-term heart and lung risks can be predicted in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a common lung condition, using information already captured in primary care. This research responds to a long‑standing need for better ways to assess combined heart and lung risks in this patient group, as traditional cardiac risk tools are not optimised for people with COPD – a key ev
Mar 183 min read
A recent study shows a surprising improvement in respiratory outcomes when patients with asthma receive weight loss drugs.
Singapore, [10 April 2025] – A large real world evidence study conducted by leading respiratory experts found patients with asthma who...
Apr 8, 20252 min read
Innovative analysis predicts steroid-related health risks for people with asthma
Singapore, [8 April 2025] – Groundbreaking research by the Observational and Pragmatic Research Institute (OPRI) has developed...
Apr 8, 20252 min read
Thirty-year trends analysis reveals continuous overuse of systemic glucocorticoids to treat patients with asthma in the United Kingdom
Singapore, [19 April 2024] – Analysis of data from the Optimum Patient Care Research Database (OPCRD) has shown high rates of systemic...
Apr 19, 20242 min read
Pioneering Study Reveals No Increased Pneumonia Risk in COPD Patients Using Extrafine Beclometasone Dipropionate in Inhaler Therapy
A ground-breaking study conducted by an international consortium of leading respiratory experts sheds new light on the management of COPD
Feb 21, 20242 min read
CONQUEST Shines Spotlight on Opportunities to Enhance Cardiopulmonary Outcomes Among High-risk COPD
This study demonstrated key areas to enhance care for exacerbating COPD patients to minimise the risk of future cardiopulmonary events.
Apr 26, 20233 min read
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