Category Archives: Non-communicable disease

Spirometry and case studies – recent presentations in PNG

Posted on May 25, 2020 by mdjkf

Guest posting from Dr John D. Brannan PhD, Scientific Director , Dept Respiratory & Sleep Medicine, JOHN HUNTER HOSPITAL, NSW, Australia Spirometry theory and practice from someone who really knows! Accurate measurement the key to diagnosis and treatment- lots of … Continue reading →

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Asthma and COPD- updates from Professor Wark – PNG 2020 March

Posted on May 22, 2020 by mdjkf

Guest posting: Professor Peter Wark, University of Newcastle These presentations highlight the important issues for clinicians concerning these common conditions.  Note the limited role for antibiotics in the management of acute exacerbations of these conditions. Challenges and opportunities in Asthma … Continue reading →

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