The Latest in Respiratory Care & Innovation
Stay informed with the latest news, research, and product updates from Monaghan Medical. Our commitment to advancing respiratory care drives us to develop innovative aerosol drug delivery devices and asthma management solutions that improve patient outcomes. Here, you’ll find expert insights, clinical studies, and industry updates to help healthcare professionals and patients stay ahead in respiratory health. Explore our news articles to learn about breakthrough technologies, upcoming events, and Monaghan Medical’s contributions to the future of respiratory care.
Sustainable Asthma Care Requires More Than Switching Inhalers
As healthcare organizations work to reduce their environmental impact, asthma inhalers have become part of a growing conversation about sustainability. Recent discussions in respiratory medicine have focused on the environmental footprint of metered dose inhalers (MDIs), particularly because they use propellants that contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.COPD Beyond the Clinic: RTs Help Patients Keep the Momentum Going
Pulmonary rehabilitation and patient education can help COPD patients regain lost functioning and enjoy a better quality of life. The trick is making sure patients maintain those gains over time. Three AARC members who work with these patients know what it takes; and it begins and ends with exercise. Patient’s new normal “We continuously stress […]
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NBRC Seeks Your Input on the Continuing Competency Program
The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) has a responsibility to credential holders to guarantee the quality and recognition of the credentials they earn, and they achieve this through the Continuing Competency Program (CCP). The NBRC regularly evaluates its efforts to support continuing competence. To do this, they invite recently credentialed therapists to participate in […]
Read the post:NBRC Seeks Your Input on the Continuing Competency ProgramBettering Patient Lives Through the ARCF & #GivingTuesday
The American Respiratory Care Foundation (ARCF), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, enhances and advances the respiratory care profession through the support of research, education, and patient-focused philanthropic activities. This #GivingTuesday (Nov. 28, 2017), the AARC invites you to support and further the efforts of the ARCF through your contributions. Make a Donation to the ARCF on […]
Read the post:Bettering Patient Lives Through the ARCF & #GivingTuesdayCOPD Awareness Month: NHLBI Message for AARC Members
As part of National COPD Awareness Month, the AARC will be highlighting the critical role that respiratory therapists provide to patients with COPD. Together, we can empower people with COPD, their families, and caregivers to reduce the burden of the disease. Kicking off the month is a special video message from Dr. James P. Kiley, […]
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2017 Sputum Bowl Student Winners (Texas Team) Since 1978, the Sputum Bowl has been a key component in our annual Congress meetings. Teams from across the U.S. compete for the coveted prize, and, best of all, bragging rights. It’s fun to play, as well as watch and cheer on the teams—a highlight event for many […]
Read the post:Changes Set for National Sputum BowlRC Week 2017 Brings Celebrations Across the Globe
RTs from Sheikh Khalifa Medical City Abu Dhabi, UAE demonstrate their skills during their RC Week 2017 celebration event. National Respiratory Care Week took place Oct. 22-28, and respiratory therapists from all over the globe used the occasion to raise awareness about respiratory health and the clinicians who play such an integral role in the […]
Read the post:RC Week 2017 Brings Celebrations Across the GlobeKentucky RTs Get Actively Involved in COPD National Action Plan
The COPD National Action Plan was released last spring following a several-year effort on the part of major stakeholders — including the AARC — to develop a set of goals aimed at improving the care and treatment of people with the condition. Now we turn to states and hospitals across the nation to begin implementing […]
Read the post:Kentucky RTs Get Actively Involved in COPD National Action PlanAARC Disaster Fund Brings Relief
The photo above depicts the scene from the neighborhood of Sandra Winfrey, RRT in Baton Rouge, LA following the August 2016 flooding. The AARC Disaster Relief Fund directly helps members in times like the scene depicted above or in the stories shared in this article. Donating to the Disaster Relief Fund is a way for […]
Read the post:AARC Disaster Fund Brings ReliefKicking the Habit: How RTs Can Help Their Patients with Smoking Cessation
As the lung health experts in their hospitals and in their communities, respiratory therapists are the right practitioners to help people quit smoking. More and more of them are doing just that, and in a wide variety of ways. We asked members to share how they’re working with patients to help them quit smoking. These […]
Read the post:Kicking the Habit: How RTs Can Help Their Patients with Smoking CessationSPOTY Spotlight: Mark W. Mangus, Sr.
For 2017, eight specialty sections in the AARC selected one member to be named Specialty Practitioner of the Year (SPOTY) for their section. Criteria for this award included the nominee’s professional service, leadership, as well as whether the individual has furthered the art of science of respiratory care through outstanding contribution to, or service in, […]
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