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In pregnancy, asthma effects vary significantly: one-third of patients experience worsening symptoms, one-third improve, and one-third remain stable. Properly controlled asthma during pregnancy does not increase maternal or infant complications.

Prescription medications for smoking cessation demonstrate 2-3 times greater effectiveness compared to nicotine gum, offering a superior intervention option for asthma patients who smoke.

Healthcare facilities across multiple California counties face varying mask requirements, highlighting the continued regional approach to respiratory virus prevention in medical settings.

Recent studies suggest that ALS may begin to develop shortly after conception, taking years or decades before symptoms appear, highlighting the importance of early intervention and lifestyle modifications.

In lung transplant recipients presenting with acute respiratory symptoms, a broad differential diagnosis and prompt, comprehensive evaluation are crucial. This case highlights the significance of considering opportunistic infections and the necessity of early empiric antimicrobial therapy to prevent rapid deterioration.

Hypoglossal nerve stimulation, a newer surgical option for obstructive sleep apnea, shows high adherence and durable benefits, significantly reducing AHI and improving patient outcomes.