PulmCCM

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Read in NEJM Prevalence of pulmonary embolism during COPD exacerbations Pulmonary embolism (PE) and acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can present with similar symptoms of dyspnea, hypoxemia, and cough. Natural and vaccine-induced immunity are expected to be protective against severe illness.

COPD 95

COPD Stroke Academics Urgent Care 95

Taming the SRU

JANUARY 22, 2025

2,3] In 2020, the CDC estimates that asthma exacerbations accounted for almost 1,000,000 ED visits and almost 100,000 inpatient hospitalizations. [4] COPD is characterized by episodes of exacerbations, which require prompt recognition and management due to their potential to escalate rapidly and cause significant morbidity and mortality.

COPD 80

COPD CDC Research Emergency Department 80

PulmCCM

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Even people with COPD or asthma under age 50 did not benefit from Paxlovid, in that analysis. Both organisms have limited treatment options and have been identified as urgent health concerns by CDC and the WHO. New evidence suggests these two pathogens may be far more widespread than previously suspected.

Hospitals 98

Hospitals COPD Emergency Department CDC 98