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FDA Approves New COPD Drug

FDA Approves New COPD Drug

Patients suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) now have a new option in terms of long-term symptom management. On July 23, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new drug for COPD called Tudorza Pressair. Also known in the medical community as aclidinium bromide, it is made by Forest Pharmaceuticals in St. Louis, Missouri. This medication is designed to improve airflow to enhance your overall quality of life.

One of the main complications of COPD is bronchospasm, which causes constriction within the airways of the lungs. The goal of Tudorza Pressair is to relax airway muscles to reduce constriction. Patients who take this medication may be able to breathe easier because their airways will function better.
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Scott Ridl

Run the Rocks 2012

Run the Rocks 2012

Run the Rocks is a 5K run/walk challenge sponsored by Kaiser Permanente in association with American Lung Association in Colorado. It is a fundraiser to prevent lung disease and promote lung health in all its forms.

The race is on October 14th, 2012 at the world famous Red Rocks Amphitheater. The course traces the roads and parking lots around Red Rocks and finishes with a climb up the stairs. Some of Denver’s finest bands will be playing along the way.

For more information, please click here.

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What is the NHOPA?

The National Home Oxygen Patients Association (NHOPA) is an organization designed to provide essential information to supplementary oxygen users. The group was established in 1990 and is managed by actual oxygen users, who form the company’s Board of Directors.

One of the many undertakings of the NHOPA was a decade long involvement with the U.S. Department of Transportation to clarify and standardize the use of FAA approved oxygen units on board aircraft. Evolving from that association, the NHOPA also worked with the Transportation Security Administration to ensure that its security checkpoint guards are properly familiarized and trained with regards to Portable Oxygen Concentrators.

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COPD Experts and Patient Empowerment Sessions

Who May attend: Any COPD Patient, Caregiver, Lung Health Professional including respiratory therapists, nurses, or anyone interested in learning more about Lung Health.

Where: Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
1550 Court Place
Denver, Co 80202
Plaza Building, Concourse Level Plaza Ballroom (see floor diagram)

Cost: The event is free to the public. Parking will be reimbursed to all but $6. The COPD Foundation will reimburse the remaining $6 for those who request it or are in need. Lunch will be provided free of cost for all those attending. An oxygen refill station will be on site.

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AMSR New Website, Oxygen Concentrator Store.com

The Oxygen Concentrator Store is proud to introduce our new website. When we first sat down to discuss what we wanted in a new website, we determined that we wanted our site to be a better reflection of our desire to provide our customers with superior value. Our new site demonstrates our commitment to a positive buying experience with the best products at competitive prices with superior customer service.   We’ve made shopping online convenient, secure and easy to use. Our site offers the highest level of security. We’ve included details about all of our products and how they’re used so that you have answers when you need them—right at your fingertips.

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