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January 15, 2021January 15, 2021
Chronic Fungal Infection May Be Common in Non-CF Bronchiectasis

Chronic infection by the fungus Aspergillus fumigatus occurs frequently among people with non-cystic fibrosis (CF) bronchiectasis and warrants routine monitoring, a study suggests. The study, ... Read more
January 12, 2021January 12, 2021
NORD Seeks Speakers for 2021 Virtual ‘Living Rare, Living Stronger’ Forum

The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) is seeking individuals willing to share real-life experiences with rare diseases to speak at its upcoming virtual ... Read more
January 11, 2021January 11, 2021
Measuring Procalcitonin in Sputum May Help Manage Flare-ups

Levels of procalcitonin, the precursor of the hormone calcitonin, are higher in samples of coughed-up mucus from people with bronchiectasis during episodes of acute ... Read more
January 8, 2021January 8, 2021
RHB-204, Oral Treatment for MAC Lung Infections, Put on FDA Fast Track

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given fast track designation to RedHill Biopharma’s RHB-204 as a potential first-line and stand-alone, oral treatment ... Read more
January 4, 2021January 4, 2021
Corticosteroid Use Higher in Children With Bronchiectasis Who Have Asthma

Children with non-cystic fibrosis (CF) bronchiectasis are more likely be prescribed inhaled corticosteroids — medications normally used to treat asthma — to manage their ... Read more

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Chronic Fungal Infection May Be Common in Non-CF Bronchiectasis

NORD Seeks Speakers for 2021 Virtual ‘Living Rare, Living Stronger’ Forum

Measuring Procalcitonin in Sputum May Help Manage Flare-ups

RHB-204, Oral Treatment for MAC Lung Infections, Put on FDA Fast Track

Corticosteroid Use Higher in Children With Bronchiectasis Who Have Asthma

Hypertonic Saline May Boost Benefits of Airway Clearance Techniques in Children

Endothelial Progenitor Cells (EPCs) Linked to Disease Severity in Study

Young Bronchiectasis Patients Less Prepared to Shift to Adult Healthcare, NZ Study Finds

Savara Discontinues Apulmiq Program for NCFB Amid Cost-cutting Measures

Study Recommends Longer Rest Interval Between 6-min Walk Tests for Non-CF Bronchiectasis Patients

Phase 3 ASPEN Trial Testing Brensocatib Now Recruiting; First Patient Dosed

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NORD Push for Rare Disease Advisory Councils Focus of Dec. 16 Public Meeting

Survey Finds COVID-19 Disrupted Care, Well-Being of Rare Disease Patients in Europe

RedHill Launches Trial to Test RHB-204 for Bronchiectasis Plus MAC Lung Infections

Latest NORD Webinar Offers Insights on Starting Nonprofit, Patient Registry

EMA Grants PRIME Status to Brensocatib for Treating Non-CF Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis Worsens Lung Function, Quality of Life in Severe Asthma, Study Finds

Being Underweight Linked to Poorer Lung Function in Bronchiectasis Patients in US Study

NORD Hosting ‘RareLaunch’ Workshops to Help Start Rare Disease Non-profits

South Korean Tuberculosis Control Program May Have Contributed to Lower Bronchiectasis Rates

Arikayce Approved in Europe for MAC Lung Infections in Non-CF Adults

UK Organization ‘Same But Different’ Announces ‘Glimmer of Hope’ Photo Contest Winner

Bronchiectasis Increases Mortality Risk in People With Steroid-dependent Severe Asthma, Study Finds

Telehealth ‘Helpful’ Alternative to In-person Care, Rare Disease Patients Say

Bronchiectasis Could Be Diagnosis for Children With Persistent Wet Cough, Case Report Says

Sit-to-stand Test Ably Captures Exercise Capacity of Children, Study Finds

Symptoms of Flares Distinct for Viruses and Bacteria, Study Finds

Patients With Bronchiectasis Linked to Tuberculosis May Develop More Severe Disease

Same But Different Asks Public to Vote on ‘Glimmer of Hope’ Calendar Photos

Phase 3 Trial Testing Brensocatib for Bronchiectasis Set to Start Soon

Mild, Severe Bronchiectasis Linked to Different Airway Bacteria, Study Finds

Immune Cells Ratio May Be Used as Biomarker of Exacerbations, Study Reports

Disease Duration, Flare-ups Affect Mental Health of Non-CF Bronchiectasis Patients, Study Finds

E-cigarette Use Linked to Bronchiectasis in 3 Cases, Report Suggests

Brensocatib Significantly Lowers Flare Risk in Non-CF Bronchiectasis, Trial Shows

Bronchiectasis Aggravates Asthma Outcomes, Review Study Finds

Case Study Reports COVID-19 Plus Rare Bacterial Infection in Bronchiectasis Patient

Same But Different Photo Contest Celebrates People With Rare Diseases

Analysis Links Pneumonia With Bronchiectasis to Less Mortality, More Infections