GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Many people manage their asthma with an inhaler — but they may not be using it correctly. Studies show that nearly 90% of patients with an inhaler make at least one ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: In a recent column, you noted that many patients do not properly use their inhaled asthma /chronic obstructive pulmonary disease medications, but you didn’t tell us how to properly use ...

On World Asthma Day 2026, experts debunk myths around inhalers, stressing they are safe, effective, and not addictive. Early ...

Leah J. Witt, MD: Hello. I'm Dr Leah Witt. Welcome to season one of Medscape InDiscussion, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) podcast series. Today we're talking medications, especially ...

Subscribe to The St. Louis American‘s free weekly newsletter for critical stories, community voices, and insights that matter. Sign up Fewer than one in 10 children with asthma use traditional ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis, affects more than 30 million Americans and is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide. Many people ...

Asthma causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways, making it harder to breathe. Symptoms may include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. These symptoms can vary in ...

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania — A simple handheld training device doubles the likelihood that patients with asthma will achieve the correct inspiratory flow when using their medication inhalers. After ...

Despite being one of the most effective treatments for asthma, inhalers are still feared, delayed, or misunderstood by many patients. From myths about addiction and steroids to social stigma and poor ...

Brits who puff on blue inhalers to open their airways and ease their breathing have been urged to reconsider their 'asthma action plans' as soon as.