Posts by: Leonor Mateus Ferreira

Leonor Mateus Ferreira

Leonor Mateus Ferreira is an emerging, young journalist, with a Batchelor's degree in Communication and post-graduate degree in Multiplatform Journalism. She is particularly interested in politics and current affairs, and is currently studying for a masters degree in economics and public policies.

March 23, 2015November 9, 2015

AstraZeneca Presents Positive Phase III Results for COPD Therapy

COPD, News

AstraZeneca recently presented encouraging data from its phase III PINNACLE program focused on evaluating PT003 as a potential treatment for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The program is comprised of two 24-week ... Read more

March 20, 2015November 6, 2015

FDA Analyzes Potential Limitations to GSK’s New Asthma Drug

Asthma, News

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently produced a preliminary report regarding GlaxoSmithKline Plc‘s investigational combined therapy for the treatment of chronic breathing problems that revealed no additional safety issues. The medication, called Breo ... Read more

March 18, 2015November 5, 2015

Concert Pharma Starts Phase 1 Trial on Deuterated Ivacaftor for CF

Cystic Fibrosis, News

Clinical stage Concert Pharmaceuticals Inc. has initiated a phase 1 clinical study to evaluate a deuterium-modified version of ivacaftor, as a potential therapy for cystic fibrosis (CF). The company is planning on studying ... Read more

March 18, 2015March 18, 2015

CDC Report Reveals Lung Cancer Ranks Third Most Common

Lung Cancer, News

Lung and bronchus cancers rank third among the world’s more common types of cancers, according to the latest Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which analyzed cancer ... Read more

March 11, 2015November 5, 2015

Novel Mobile Pulmonary Function Test Used in Free Clinic

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, News

Easy One Pro, a novel mobile pulmonary function test (PFT) developed by ndd Medical Technologies was used at a free clinic event organized by the San Antonio Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group. The testing ... Read more

March 10, 2015November 5, 2015

IPF Patients and Caregivers Feel Emotional Burden from Illness

Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, News

Despite the lack of understanding there still is about idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), patients who receive support and have access to resources can better overcome the obstacles related to the ... Read more

March 6, 2015November 6, 2015

Pediatric Asthma May be Prevented by Avoiding Antibiotics During Pregnancy

Asthma, News

Despite the fact that being sick while pregnant raises greater concerns and challenges, women should still avoid the use of antibiotics, particularly because the unborn child may end up suffering from asthma. Those are ... Read more

March 5, 2015November 9, 2015

NICE Reports on COPD Quality of Care Disparities in the UK

COPD, News

The British National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is recommending that physicians and medical facilities follow standard health care regulations in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in a new report. The ... Read more

March 3, 2015November 9, 2015

Genentech to Present at 2015 COPD & Asthma Conference on Biomarker Selection

COPD, News

Biotechnology company Genentech has been invited to present at the 11th Asthma & COPD conference, an annual event that will gather some of the most internationally prominent scientists, clinicians and industry leaders to discuss ... Read more

February 27, 2015October 28, 2015

American Lung Association Lauds Actress Laura Dern for LUNG FORCE Support and Oscar Nomination

Lung Cancer, News

The American Lung Association has applauded the performance of Laura Dern as a lung cancer patient in the film “Wild,” as well as the actress’ recent nomination for an Academy Award. ... Read more