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The aim of this web-based course is to update the participants on the management of infants identified with cystic fibrosis following newborn screening by addressing the following topics: 
 
 Importance of a multidisciplinary team and care
 confirmation of diagnosis  after screening including sweat testing
 the evaluation and management of infants with an equivocal diagnosis following newborn screening for cystic fibrosis  Read more...
                                                                   

 To give health care workers in a CF team a jump start in the evidence CF care
 To promote closer multi-disciplinary approach
 To promote and facilitate transition from the pediatric to adult care
 To promote collaboration between CF care givers throughout Europe
 To increase the number of health care workers with adequate knowledge and interest in CF

                                                                   
 
WebcastGenes, mechanisms and new therapies for asthma
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WebcastInnate immunity and the development of atopy
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Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP)
 
 Recent data indicate that, in the elderly, both the incidence and mortality of CAP continue to rise despite advances in antimicrobial treatment and increased use of influenza and pneumococcal vaccines .... 
 
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Community-acquired pneumonia in the elderly 
V. Kaplan, S. Yende, D.C. Angus
Eur Respir Mon; 2009: 43: 111–132

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Breathe - June 2008 (Issue 4 Volume 4)
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Breathe 2008; 4: 306-308		PDF-file, 377 kb
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CME		Asthma control: evidence-based monitoring and the prevention of exacerbations Place a comment or grade (2 grades, 0 comment)
M. Cazzola
Breathe 2008; 4: 310-319		PDF-file, 1404 kb
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CME		How to use a mechanical insufflator–exsufflator "cough assist machine" Place a comment or grade (1 grade, 0 comment)
M. Chatwin
Breathe 2008; 4: 320-325		PDF-file, 2624 kb
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Commentary: Exploring the potential of mechanical insufflation–exsufflation Place a comment or grade (1 grade, 0 comment)
M.R. Gonçalves, J.C. Winck
Breathe 2008; 4: 326-329		PDF-file, 233 kb
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Topical review: Asthma, sports and the Olympic Games Place a comment or grade (1 grade, 0 comment)
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Breathe 2008; 4: 330-337		PDF-file, 1185 kb
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Endobronchial blockers for lung volume reduction Place a comment or grade (1 grade, 0 comment)
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Breathe 2008; 4: 339-341		PDF-file, 267 kb
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Bronchodiator therapy in COPD: physiological effects
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Breathe 2008; 4: 342-344		PDF-file, 293 kb
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A typical COPD exacerbation? Place a comment or grade (6 grades, 3 comments)
K. Kostikas, A.I. Papaioannou, A. Dimoulis, S. Loukides, K.I. Gourgoulianis
Breathe 2008; 4: 346-354		PDF-file, 313 kb
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Ask the Expert – Weaning difficulties
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B. Schönhofer
Breathe 2008; 4: 358-360		PDF-file, 1110 kb
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A 59-year-old female with cough and left-sided chest pain
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K. Maki, T. Harada, Y. Akiyama, H. Ogasawara, F. Kishi, M. Ohe
Breathe 2008; 4: 361-363		PDF-file, 240 kb
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i.v. iron improves efficacy of ESA therapy with Darbepoetin alfa for patients with chemotherapy-induced anaemia
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Breathe 2008; 4: 364		PDF-file, 209 kb
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Is ceramide the missing link between the molecular defect and the lung disease of cystic fibrosis? Place a comment or grade (0 grade, 1 comment)
A. Bush
Breathe 2008; 4: 365		PDF-file, 182 kb
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A choice of regimen improves completion for patients with latent TB infection Place a comment or grade (1 grade, 0 comment)
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Breathe 2008; 4: 366		PDF-file, 165 kb
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Continuing smokers should be offered cigarettes with lower toxicant yields
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J. Prignot
Breathe 2008; 4: 367		PDF-file, 212 kb
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Population-based study of synchronous primary malignant lung tumours
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Breathe 2008; 4: 368		PDF-file, 164 kb
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Breathe 2008; 4: 373-374		PDF-file, 163 kb
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CME Exam and Evaluation
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Alpha 1-antitrypsin deficiency
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Breathe 2008; 4: 377-380		PDF-file, 213 kb
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