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.
Why Emergency Departments Need Safer, Smarter Aerosol Delivery for Flu, RSV, and COVID Preparedness
With flu season in full swing, Emergency department leaders may consider re-evaluating all methods to prevent exposure and how respiratory therapies are delivered to remain effective for patients while minimizing cross-contamination risk for clinicians. Monaghan Medical’s evidence-backed aerosol delivery devices are designed to help EDs meet that challenge.De-License RTs in Iowa? Don’t Count on It!
Tuesday, Feb. 21 dawned as just another winter’s day for RTs in Iowa. But it sure didn’t end that way. Late in the afternoon leaders in the Iowa Society for Respiratory Care (IaSRC) were contacted by their lobbyist, Matt Eide, who told them a bill had just been introduced into the legislature calling for the […]
Read the post:De-License RTs in Iowa? Don’t Count on It!Alpha-1 Foundation honors John W. Walsh with title of Director Emeritus
The Alpha-1 Foundation has named its co-founder and long-time president and CEO, John Walsh, as director emeritus of the organization. Alpha-1 Foundation Co-founder and visionary John W. Walsh has been named a Director Emeritus of the Board of Directors at the February 3, 2017 Board meeting. “We have now passed the one-year anniversary of the […]
Read the post:Alpha-1 Foundation honors John W. Walsh with title of Director EmeritusGuidelines Call for Revision in Cystic Fibrosis Diagnosis
Respiratory therapists may soon see a change in the way their cystic fibrosis (CF) patients are diagnosed with the disease. An international group of researchers publishing in a supplement to this month’s edition of The Journal of Pediatrics has developed a new set of guidelines that widen the diagnostic criteria. The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation […]
Read the post:Guidelines Call for Revision in Cystic Fibrosis DiagnosisGOLD Issues 2017 Report
The 2017 GOLD Report includes some notable changes for respiratory therapists involved in the care, treatment, and disease management of COPD patients. Developed by an internationally-recognized group of clinicians, the updated recommendations specifically call for – Separation of spirometric values from the “ABCD” grouping of patients by symptoms and risk of exacerbations. According to the […]
Read the post:GOLD Issues 2017 Report“Dripping” is the Latest E-Cigarette Concern
Growing evidence suggests there are multiple harms associated with the use of e-cigarettes, and most respiratory therapists caution their patients against their use. Not only do these electronic devices contain dangerous chemicals like formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, and acrolein, they are also increasingly being used as a substitute for cigarettes rather than as a path to quitting. […]
Read the post:“Dripping” is the Latest E-Cigarette ConcernAARC Member Co-Authors Safe Sleep Study in Pediatrics
Tammy Shikany and her colleagues suggest safe sleep for infants needs to be a higher priority for advertisers in a new study in Pediatrics. The American Academy of Pediatrics (APP) clearly states that extra bedding, blankets, bumper pads, pillows, stuffed animals and other toys should never be placed in the cribs of infants due to […]
Read the post:AARC Member Co-Authors Safe Sleep Study in PediatricsDean Hess Talks Abstracts and Open Forum in the Big Ideas Theater
The Open Forum is one of the most anticipated events at the AARC Congress. After all, where else can respiratory therapists hear about original research conducted by and for members of their profession? Respiratory Care Editor Dean Hess, PhD, RRT, FAARC, explained why the Forum is such a popular part of the Congress during an […]
Read the post:Dean Hess Talks Abstracts and Open Forum in the Big Ideas TheaterAHRQ Releases New Toolkit for Mechanically Ventilated Patients
A new mechanical ventilation toolkit that benefited from AARC involvement is now available. The Toolkit To Improve Safety for Mechanically Ventilated Patients includes four modules designed to assist ICUs in implementing the Comprehensive Unit-based Safety Program (CUSP), an innovative safety and quality intervention designed to help teams identify and learn from defects, improve safety culture, […]
Read the post:AHRQ Releases New Toolkit for Mechanically Ventilated PatientsAge, Exposure to Other Children Linked to RSV Rates in Preterm Infants
Respiratory therapists who work with infants and children know respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease is easily spread from child to child. But are preterm infants more likely to get the severe form of the disease than their full term counterparts? Some experts have said no, but a new study in PLoS One suggests the answer […]
Read the post:Age, Exposure to Other Children Linked to RSV Rates in Preterm InfantsBoard Announces Updates to AARC Fellowship Program
Every year select members of the respiratory care profession are honored with the Fellow of the American Respiratory Care Profession, or “FAARC.” Bestowed at the AARC Congress in the fall, this designation recognizes outstanding contributions to the profession in areas ranging from education to research to clinical practice and more. The AARC Board of Directors […]
Read the post:Board Announces Updates to AARC Fellowship Program