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.
Microplastics and Respiratory Device Safety
Can repeated use, cleaning, or normal operation of a nebulizer or airway clearance device introduce plastic particles into the medication aerosol or airflow they breathe? Environmental studies can't directly answer that question. Evaluating a particular device requires product-specific testing.This is How AARC Members are Implementing the COPD National Action Plan
The COPD National Action Plan released by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute last spring included five overarching goals aimed at: Promoting public awareness and understanding of COPD. Increasing the skills and education of health care providers. Encouraging increased data collection, analysis, and sharing. Increasing and sustaining COPD research. Fostering collaboration to translate the […]
Read the post:This is How AARC Members are Implementing the COPD National Action PlanAARC Executive Office Kicks Off “Go Visit” Challenge
AARC Executive Office members visit respiratory care team at Medical City Denton To meet with members and promote the association, the AARC Executive Office issued a challenge to all affiliates across the U.S. to visit local respiratory care teams. Members of the AARC Executive Office kicked off the challenge by visiting Medical City Denton in […]
Read the post:AARC Executive Office Kicks Off “Go Visit” ChallengeHow RTs Keep Up With New Medications
The pharmaceutical industry is constantly developing new medications for patients with respiratory conditions, and while that is certainly a good thing, it can leave respiratory therapists feeling as if they are always playing catch up. What do AARC members do to stay informed about the respiratory medications prescribed for their patients? We asked members of […]
Read the post:How RTs Keep Up With New MedicationsHere’s Why RT Students Value AARC Memberships
A new school year is just around the corner and whether you’re a first year student or one who has already completed part of his or her program, you may be wondering whether it’s worth it to join the AARC. Students who have already done it will tell you the answer to that question is […]
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2017 Patient Advocacy Award Recipient Announced
Christine Hartling of Utah is the 2017 recipient of the National Respiratory Patient Advocacy Award. A collaborative effort between The FACES Foundation (Family and Caregiver, Education & Support) and the AARC, this award identifies and honors registered respiratory therapists from across the country who demonstrate excellence in compassionate care for patients and families. As part […]
Read the post:2017 Patient Advocacy Award Recipient AnnouncedThe Break is Over and You’re Ready to Get Back to Work
Maybe you took a break for family purposes. Or perhaps, you wanted to further your education. Or you moved away and needed to pause your career. Or maybe you just needed a break. Whatever the reason, you are now ready to get back to work. Now what? This question was posed to your AARC colleagues, […]
Read the post:The Break is Over and You’re Ready to Get Back to WorkThis is Where Patient Advocacy Comes to Life
RTs who have been on hand for past Summits attest to the value of the meeting. Respiratory therapists will travel to Indianapolis this October for AARC Congress 2017; however, one of the most meaningful aspects of the meeting will actually take place the day before the big event kicks off. That’s when AARC members will […]
Read the post:This is Where Patient Advocacy Comes to LifeRT Autonomy Cited as Factor in Timely Use of NIV
Studies have shown noninvasive ventilation (NIV) reduces the need for intubation in patients hospitalized with a severe exacerbation of COPD, and it also decreases hospital length of stay and mortality. So why aren’t more hospitals using it? To answer that question, U.S. researchers decided to conduct in-depth interviews with 32 clinicians at seven hospitals considered […]
Read the post:RT Autonomy Cited as Factor in Timely Use of NIVStudy Finds Good Results for Respiratory Therapist-Led Protocol
Determining when a patient is ready to wean from mechanical ventilation is essential to a successful extubation. Researchers from Indiana University School of Medicine and Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, IN, believe an RT-led daily spontaneous breathing trial protocol can make a difference. In a study published ahead of print by Pediatric Critical Care […]
Read the post:Study Finds Good Results for Respiratory Therapist-Led ProtocolAugust is National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, making this a great opportunity to remind your patients to get their appropriate vaccines. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), thousands of American adults get sick each year from diseases that vaccines can prevent. For patients with asthma or COPD, vaccines are an important step […]
Read the post:August is National Immunization Awareness Month