COVID-19 rapid guideline: pneumonia in adults
The purpose of this guideline is to ensure the best treatment for adults with suspected or confirmed pneumonia in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 rapid guideline: cystic fibrosis
The purpose of this Guidelines summary is to maximise the safety of patients with cystic fibrosis and make the best use of NHS resources, while protecting staff from infection. It will also enable services to match capacity to patient needs if services become limited because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 rapid guideline: community-based care of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
The purpose of this summary is to maximise the safety of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) during the COVID-19 pandemic, while protecting staff from infection. It will also enable services to make the best use of NHS resources. For more detailed information, please refer to the full guideline.
COVID-19 rapid guideline: severe asthma
The purpose of this guideline is to maximise the safety of adults and children with severe asthma during the COVID-19 pandemic, while protecting staff from infection. It will also enable services to make the best use of NHS resources.
Managing malnutrition in COPD
Advice on the risk of malnutrition in patients with COPD and managing nutrition appropriately; includes a pathway on oral nutritional supplements.
Educational resources
DuoResp® Spiromax® (budesonide/formoterol)
Information intended for healthcare professionals only.
Practical management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in primary care
Jane Scullion provides a nurse’s perspective on practical management of COPD
Non-pharmacological interventions for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Jane Scullion discusses the non-pharmacological interventions that should be offered before starting inhaled therapies
Optimal bronchodilation for management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Dr Steve Holmes discusses the key changes to the NICE recommendations for the management of COPD