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Characterization of Occupational Endotoxin-Related Small Airway Disease With Longitudinal Paired Inspiratory/Expiratory CT Scans

Prevalence of Airflow Limitation and Emphysema in Lung Cancer Screening Populations

Importance of Preserved Ratio Impaired Spirometry as a Risk Factor for Development of COPD, Also in Those Who Do Not Smoke

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Bronchoscopic Lung Volume Reduction

High BMI and COPD Outcomes in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency

Occurrence of Emphysema in Individuals With Williams-Beuren Syndrome

GUIDELINES AND CONSENSUS STATEMENTS

Alpha-1-Antitrypsin Deficiency Targeted Testing and Augmentation Therapy

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Single-Inhaler Triple vs Long-Acting Beta₂-Agonist-Inhaled Corticosteroid Therapy for COPD

Lessons Learned: Risk Factors and Clinical Impact of Severe Pneumothorax After Endoscopic Lung Volume Reduction With Endobronchial Valves

CHEST JOURNAL PODCAST

Lessons Learned: Risk Factors and Clinical Impact of Severe Pneumothorax After Endoscopic Lung Volume Reduction With Endobronchial Valves
Judith Maria Brock, MD, and Alice Gallo De Moraes, MD, FCCP (moderator)

GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT

Does Add-On Dupilumab Treatment Improve Health-Related Quality of Life and Respiratory Symptoms In Patients With COPD and Type 2 Inflammation?

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COPD resources to enhance patient care

Clinician education and in-person training

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INFOGRAPHIC

Updates in COPD Guidelines and Treatment

The 2024 GOLD report includes updated screening, vaccination, and spirometry guidelines, among many other changes.

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PODCAST

Recognizing & Addressing the Burden of COPD Exacerbations

What is a COPD exacerbation, and what puts patients at risk of them? Drs. Stephanie Christenson and Ron Balkissoon discuss them and the burden of COPD exacerbations on patients.

INFOGRAPHIC

Initial Maintenance Therapy Selection for Patients With COPD

Three infographics highlight the steps to take when choosing a therapy path for a patient with COPD.

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PROGRAMS & TRAINING

First 5 Minutes^®: Compassionate COPD Care

Equip yourself with essential communication strategies to enhance patient-centered care during key stages of COPD management.

VIDEO LIBRARY

CHEST MedCast

With more than 400 videos and podcasts covering key clinical aspects of chest medicine, you'll be able to stream all the top-tier education you want—anywhere, anytime.

ONLINE LEARNING

CHEST Curriculum Pathway for Asthma

Improve your expertise in asthma diagnosis and management with bite-sized educational resources.

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Bridging Specialties^®: Timely Diagnosis and Treatment for COPD

CHEST is developing tools and resources for pulmonologists, primary care physicians, and advanced practice providers to help improve the time to diagnosis and treatment for COPD.

Read a white paper that dives into the results of a clinical survey that assessed factors driving delays in diagnosis and optimal management of COPD.

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View an interactive infographic provides bite-sized information on COPD diagnosis, staging, and more for busy family practice and primary care clinicians.

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Explore self-paced modules to understand how to administer appropriate diagnostic tests, determine the severity of disease, and proceed with next steps.

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CHEST Networks are specialty-focused communities that provide forums for leadership, education, and advocacy. The Airways Disorders Network educates clinicians about airways disorders, including asthma, COPD, emphysema, bronchiectasis, chronic bronchitis, pediatric medicine, and diseases of large and small airways.

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COPD news and notes

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ASTHMA AND COPD SECTION

The Emerging Role of Biologic Therapy in Asthma-COPD Overlap
Biologics are an emerging option for select patients with asthma-COPD overlap, particularly those with T2-high inflammatory phenotypes.

BRONCHIECTASIS SECTION

Strengthening More Than Just Airways
Emerging research reveals that nutrition and exercise are two powerful yet underutilized tools in managing bronchiectasis.

PEDIATRIC CHEST MEDICINE SECTION

Advancements in Pediatric Airway Evaluation
Pediatric airway anatomy evaluation continues to evolve with the development of newer technologies such as dynamic volumetric computed tomography.

PULMONARY PHYSIOLOGY AND REHABILITATION SECTION

GOLDen Handcuffs: Beyond Spirometry in COPD
When it comes to diagnosing COPD, clinicians must look beyond spirometry and physiology to see a patient fully.

PULMONARY PERSPECTIVES^®

A Sticky Road: Mucus Pathology in COPD
Targeting mucus pathology could provide a novel approach to addressing the underlying mechanisms contributing to airway obstruction.

CHEST PHYSICIAN^®

MATINEE Shows Positive Results for Mepolizumab in COPD
Clinicians have a second option for treating patients with high type 2 inflammation now that the FDA has approved the drug for those with an eosinophilic phenotype.

COURSE Trial Shows Importance of Biomarker Testing in COPD
While overall the trial was negative, it demonstrated the promise of tezepelumab for patients with baseline blood eosinophil counts ≥ 150 cells/µL.

CHEST ADVOCATES

Speaking Up for the Breathless
The COPD Foundation shares how it empowers patients, fights for policy change, and collaborates with the health care community.

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