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Below you will find the latest clinical articles covering . Primary care nurses are at the forefront of and need to stay abreast of all the latest practice and treatment updates as their interaction with patients continuously evolves.

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Breastfeeding and asthma

Breastfeeding protects against asthma and wheezing, according to a meta-analysis of 117 studies published between 1983 and 2012.The authors, from Ipswich, grouped outcomes into 'asthma ever' - in other words, at any time - 'recent asthma' or 'recent wheezing illness' (recent asthma or recent wheeze).

Managing co-morbid allergic rhinitis and asthma

A case highlighting key areas in managing allergic rhinitis and asthma is discussed by Steve Holmes and Jane Scullion.

Optimising inhaler technique

Beverley Bostock-Cox explains how correct inhaler technique is important to outcomes for patients taking inhaled therapies.

Adherence, smoking, arthritis

In-depth analysis of the latest research. Compiled by Mark Greener.

ADHD linked to allergies

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to develop atopic diseases and skin infections like impetigo, new research suggests.

Diagnosing and managing occupational asthma

Occupational asthma should always be considered in people with symptoms. Beverley Bostock-Cox explains why and what to do.

Encouraging adherence to asthma therapies

Patients and their carers must understand the importance of regular and appropriate treatment. Beverley Bostock-Cox explains.

Allergic rhinitis and asthma

A number of treatment options are available for co-existing asthma and allergic rhinitis, explain Steve Holmes and Jane Scullion

Travelling with asthma or COPD

Dr Suneeta Kochhar provides an overview of considerations for patients with asthma or COPD who plan to travel abroad

Management of preschool wheezing in the community

Prednisolone has been over-used for viral- induced preschool wheeze and should be used in only severely ill children, write Laura Crosby, Abigail Mee and Siba Prosad Paul

Management of exacerbations

Asthma exacerbations may be moderate, severe or life threatening, says Beverley Bostock-Cox but careful and swift assessments will help clinicians

Distinguishing asthma from COPD in primary care settings

Differentiating asthma from COPD involves careful history taking and assessment, writes Beverley Bostock-Cox

Quit smoking support

Helping patients to quit smoking involves communicating in a sensitive and client-centred manner, writes Deborah Duncan

Involving patients in asthma management and self-care

Gerri Kaufman discusses the importance of partnership working, treatment adherence, and self-management in asthma care

Menopause, cancer and stress

In-depth analysis of the latest research, compiled by Mark Greener

HPV vaccine, rosacea and COPD

In-depth analysis of the latest research, compiled by Mark Greener

Diabetes, smoking and LABAs

In-depth analysis of the latest research, compiled by Mark Greener

Supporting asthma patients to exercise

Nurses can support asthma patients to exercise and to take steps to avoid exercise-induced asthma, write Jane Scullion and Steve Holmes

Journals Watch: Stroke, smoking and asthma

In-depth analysis of the latest research.

The assessment, diagnosis and management of asthma

Persistent asthma symptoms cause significant morbidity and poor control leads to increased hospital admissions, writes Gerri Kaufman

Treating asthma in children: the stepwise approach

Children's asthma symptoms can be difficult to diagnose and a full history is necessary, writes Ann McMurray

The management of allergic rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis can significantly reduce quality of life and may interfere with school and work attendance, write Steve Holmes and Jane Scullion

Asthma, diabetes and cancer

A single 30-minute session led by nurses increases adherence among patients with type-2 diabetes mellitus.

Breathing patterns, emotions and asthma

Asthma is associated with high levels of psychosocial morbidity such as anxiety disorders and depression, writes Jane Upton

Management of asthma care

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the respiratory system that is variable in severity, episodic in nature and affects people of every age group.

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