Statement from the BRPT… Important Update Regarding CPR/BLS Certification Effective immediately, the BRPT will accept CPR/BLS certifications earned online provided the online course follows the American Heart Association’s (AHA) most recent standards and guidelines (or its international equivalent). We are pleased to accept this flexible alternative to attending live/skills courses […]
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New Pulse Technology Cannabis Sleep Aid
The American Journal of Endocannabinoid Medicine published a new, independent study that evaluated Good Night pulse technology cannabis sleep aid, scientifically developed and manufactured by Maryland-based health and wellness company Curio Wellness. The study demonstrates a correlation between cannabis and better-quality sleep and proves the effectiveness of the sleep aid. The new sleep […]
Free Respiratory Care Webinars from Breas
Breas knows this year has been especially hard for the respiratory care community. As a special thank you, they are offering this free webinar series to help you keep up to date with your CEU credits. Each webinar is tailor-made for respiratory professionals and can earn you or your colleagues […]
Clinical Importance of Slow Vital Capacity – What the Respiratory Therapist Needs to Know
By Shruti Singh, Sara Z. Khan, Bhakti Patel, Dhawani Pandya, Arunabh Talwar, M.D, FCCP.1A Introduction Spirometry is a pulmonary function test that allows screening, diagnosis, and monitoring of respiratory diseases [Fig1]. This is a simple, non-invasive physiological test that is easy to perform. By quantifying the respiratory volumes and flows, […]
Medicare Ventilator Patients Benefit from Earlier Transfer to LTCHs
In a new study published in BMC Pulmonary Medicine, researchers found that earlier transfer of mechanically ventilated patients to long-term care hospitals (LTCHs) increased the likelihood of being liberated from the ventilator. The study demonstrates the crucial role served by these specialty hospitals in caring for the most severely ill […]
Apnimed Sleep Apnea Pill Secures $25 Million in Financing
Apnimed raised $25 million in a Series B financing led by existing investor, Morningside Ventures, and joined by new investors, Seligman Investments and Tao Capital Partners. The proceeds will support Apnimed’s ongoing development and commercialization plans. The company is advancing its lead program, AD109, an oral disease-modifying therapeutic for the […]
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. Announces FDA Approval of Two-Incision Implant Procedure
Two-incision approach reduces average procedure time by approximately 20 percent Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. has announced receipt of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) approval for an improved surgical implant procedure that eliminates one incision with a revised placement of the pressure sensing lead. This newly approved procedure will reduce […]
UVA, Va. Tech Virologists Develop Potential Broadly Protective Coronavirus Vaccines
A COVID-19 vaccine that could provide protection against both existing and future strains of the COVID-19 virus, and other coronaviruses, and cost about $1 a dose has shown promising results in early animal testing. Vaccines created by UVA Health’s Steven L. Zeichner, MD, PhD, and Virginia Tech’s Xiang-Jin Meng, MD, […]
New Device for Putting on Sterile Gloves Automatically
Texas Medical Technology launched its iNitrile disposable glove dispenser to combat infections in businesses and organizations. The machine utilizes an automated process to help organizations streamline tedious daily tasks, minimize waste, and improve cost-efficiency. Infections can often come from places people seldom consider, and with COVID-19, simply washing your hands or […]
AASM Partners with Google
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is collaborating with Google to share evidence-based recommendations and sleep tips with consumers through the new Sleep Sensing feature available on the second-generation Nest Hub. Google announced that the new product will be available in the online Google Store on March 30. “The AASM […]












