A recent trial finds an injection given during some asthma and COPD attacks is more effective than the current treatment of steroid tablets, reducing the need for further treatment by 30%.

A new way of treating serious asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) attacks could be a “game-changer” and is the first leap in treatment for 50 years, researchers say.

A new guideline published today recommends chronic asthma should be diagnosed by healthcare professionals when people first show symptoms by using simple tests. The guideline also says healthcare ...

Treatment for asthma and COPD exacerbations have not changed in 50 years despite causing 3.8 million deaths worldwide a year combined. "Benralizumab is a safe and effective drug already used to ...

The first new treatment for asthma attacks in 50 years may be a “game-changer”, researchers say. Offering patients an injection is more effective than the current care of steroid tablets and ...

Scientists have found a new treatment for people with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that may be more effective than current options. Over the past 50 years, treatment ...

Every 30 seconds, someone in the world will experience a flare-up of their asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) symptoms. For decades, the standard treatment for these ...

A major breakthrough in asthma treatment has been achieved through the use of Benralizumab, which researchers are calling a “game-changer.” Benralizumab, the first new treatment for asthma attacks and ...

The study offers promising solutions ... First New Treatment for Asthma Attacks in 50 Years Nov. 27, 2024 — A recent trial finds an injection given during some asthma and COPD attacks is more ...

Treatment at the point of an exacerbation for this type of asthma has barely changed for over fifty years. (Image Credits: Pixabay) An injection given during some asthma and Chronic obstructive ...