Moving on up – combination inhalers and beyond

Combination and triple therapies can improve outcomes in people with asthma, but which drug and device is the right one for your patient?
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Diabetes – putting the patient in control

Providing patients with diabetes with a diary can help them take more control of their own health and focus on areas of diabetes management that need closer attention
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Cardiovascular considerations in patients with type 2 diabetes

The goals of treatment for type 2 diabetes are to prevent or delay complications and maintain quality of life.¹ According to international guidelines, this requires control not only of blood glucose levels, but also cardiovascular risk factor management.¹

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