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Overuse of inhalers found to increase heart attack risk in asthma and COPD patients

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European Respiratory Society
Overuse of inhalers found to increase heart attack risk in asthma and COPD patients
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A study published in ERJ Open Research indicates that the overuse of reliever inhalers is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and death in asthma and COPD patients. Researchers suggest that this overuse often stems from poor disease management.

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This finding is critical for medical professionals and patients, as it highlights the importance of proper disease control to avoid serious cardiovascular complications.

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