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September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Month




AARC Congress 2023 Wrap Up!

The Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, TN, was flooded with respiratory professionals last week, as the AARC hosted its International Respiratory Congress. Attendees came for the continuing education and got the chance to take advantage of unparalleled networking opportunities created by the collegial atmosphere and thousands of clinicians who gathered for the event as well. With … Continued



Manufacturers’ Updates for Ebola

Various manufacturers have developed specific guidelines for disinfecting medical devices used for patients infected with Ebola. The documents on this page have been provided to the AARC from the manufacturer for the purpose of adding to this website. For more information regarding a specific device, please contact your local distributor directly. Cleaning Agent Information Manufacturer’s … Continued




Tips for Supporting Caregivers

Sept. 21, 2023  You can give your chronic lung disease patients the best care possible while they are in the hospital. You can teach them how to use their inhalers and take their medications when they get home. Your discharge planning process can be state-of-the-art.  But if you fail to turn enough attention to the … Continued


September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Month

September marks Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month, and the AARC is prompting its members to engage with their communities and edify the public about the ailment and ongoing efforts to combat it. Available Treatments One challenge in raising awareness about pulmonary fibrosis stems from its diversity – it encompasses roughly 200 distinct conditions collectively referred to … Continued