Methods We assessed feasibility of at-home video directly observed therapy (vDOT) to
improve inhaler technique among pediatric patients. We randomized 22 patients (ages 6-11 …

We examined demographic characteristics, patterns of medication use, asthma morbidity,
and asthma self-management practices and beliefs among inner-city children currently …

Introduction: Adherence to inhaled steroids is often sub-optimal in childhood asthma, with
multiple consequences including poor disease control and increased health care utilisation …

We reviewed charts of 50 asthmatic children who were on home nebulizer therapy for
treatment of their asthma over a 1-year period. Patients served as their own controls for …

abstract Background: If asthmatic children cannot obtain sufficient control of their disease,
not only do they suffer from asthma symptoms, but the daily life activities of their caregivers …

The purpose of this report was to review the state of asthma diagnosis and treatment in
China and to examine challenges in achieving earlier diagnosis and treatment. The …

Introduction Adherence to inhaled corticosteroids is a predictor of asthma control. However,
the role of adherence in maintaining long-term asthma control is largely unstudied. This …

Objectives To determine the impact of a pharmacist home-based and telephonic medication
therapy management (MTM) program for African American children enrolled in a state …

Background: Recent surveys have shown that many patients with asthma experience
uncontrolled symptoms and decreased quality of life due to their disease. However, few …

Background Asthma and other chronic airway diseases can be effectively treated by inhaler
therapy. Inhaler therapy depends on appropriate use of the inhaler. This study evaluates the …