The Influenza Vaccine in the Aging Population
Influenza infection in the very young, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals may last longer.
Novel Treatments for Asthma
Providers should always assess the patient’s inhaler technique, medication adherence, and other modifiable risk factors before starting one of these therapies.
Potential New Marker May Help Clinicians Track Asthma Medication Adherence
While asthma treatment options such as long acting beta-agonists and inhaled corticosteroids are effective in most patients, approximately 10% of asthma conditions will remain poorly controlled.