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Smoking before age 15 years raises COPD risk in adulthood regardless of smoking factors
The adjusted risk for COPD was elevated among adults who identified as regular cigarette smokers before age 15 years, ...
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Risk factors associated with degenerative glenohumeral osteoarthritis
Objective Glenohumeral (GH) osteoarthritis (OA) is the third most common large joint disease, after hip and knee OA. This ...
Using genetics to identify individuals with undiagnosed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
In a recent study, Mass General Brigham researchers demonstrated that through low-cost genetic samples that can be obtained from a cheek swab or blood test, they can improve identification of people ...
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COPD Risk Linked to Elevated C-Reactive-Protein-to-Albumin Ratio
Elevated CAR has been associated with adverse outcomes in many conditions, including cancer, sepsis, COVID-19, and cardiovascular diseases. A higher C-reactive protein to albumin ratio (CAR) is ...
Exposure to air pollution associated with more hospital admissions for lower respiratory infections
Air pollution is a well-known risk factor for respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ...
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Air pollution linked to increased hospital admissions for respiratory infections
Air pollution is a well-known risk factor for respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
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COPD Flare-up? Here's How to Breathe Easier and When to Call a Doctor
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a condition that affects more than 14 million U.S. adults, is marked by damage ...