Remote control: the respiratory annual review in lockdown and beyond

Is it possible to carry out a ‘virtual’ respiratory review or do we need to see patients with asthma or COPD face-to-face to assess control and inhaler technique? And what about newly presenting symptoms? Can a diagnosis be made via phone or video link?
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Inhaler technique in asthma and COPD

Respiratory symptoms and disease are common health issues in the UK today. Inhaled therapy is the method of choice for the delivery of many respiratory drugs and correct technique with inhaler devices is critical to effective management.

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