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January 2020 RESPIRATORY CARE JournalCast

The Role of the Respiratory Therapist in Cystic Fibrosis

About This Course Cystic fibrosis is a non-curable genetic disease that affects mucus production and clearance in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs. Respiratory therapists interact with patients with cystic fibrosis throughout the stages of the disease: diagnosis in early childhood and disease progression through adulthood. It is important for respiratory therapists to not only … Continued


The Respiratory Therapist’s Role in Preventing Healthcare Acquired Infections 2026

About This Course This presentation will discuss the respiratory therapist’s role in preventing HAI and reducing costs through compliance monitoring and mandatory reporting programs. The Respiratory Therapist’s role in helping hospitals to achieve reduced nosocomial infection rates will also be discussed. The presenter will share examples of infection prevention and employee monitoring programs that have … Continued



Dianne Lewis Honored with 2025 Jimmy A. Young Medal 

By Debbie Bunch November 3, 2025  The Jimmy A. Young Medal is awarded each year at the AARC Congress to an individual who has exceeded all expectations for meritorious service to the profession and the patients it serves. It is the highest honor the Association bestows, and its winners include many of the field’s legends. When … 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