Controversies in COPD: new CME test

You can now earn CME (continuing medical education) credits even more quickly with the ERS Monograph on Controversies in COPD. Our new design splits the questions into five bite-size tests, making it easier to fit earning credits into your limited time. Successfully complete all five tests and you will receive 5 CME credits. Visit the ERS e-Learning Resources to take the tests.

Accessing the ERS Monograph online

Printed copies of the ERS Monograph now feature a seven-digit code that provides free access to the online version. If you have bought a print copy of Imaging or Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and would like to access the book online, visit erspublications.com/Activate-online-access and follow the instructions.

If you have not bought a print copy of the Monograph, you can still access the content online at erspublications.com by entering your ERS membership details, or paying for access to a full issue or an individual chapter.

To buy print copies of the ERS Monograph, visit ersbookshop.com.

Monograph reader survey - still time to have your say!

The ERS Monograph reader survey closes on 17 April but there's still time to have your say. The short survey aims to find out your views about future content and your needs as a reader. The survey only takes 5 minutes to complete and you have the opportunity to enter a prize draw to win a Monograph of your choice. Have your say and complete the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/MZTVZY9

ERR: Clinical Year in Review

The March issue of the European Respiratory Review features several Clinical Year in Review articles focusing on pulmonary hypertension, sleep apnoea, tuberculosis therapy, paediatric respiratory infections, asthma in childhood and sleep disordered breathing in childhood. To read these open access reviews and much more, visit err.ersjournals.com

Latest ERJ podcast - Jane Lucas discusses PICADAR, a predictive tool for PCD

Monograph reader survey: don't miss the chance to have your say

The ERS Monograph constantly aims to meet the needs of its readers and newcomers to the book series. We are conducting a short survey to find out your views about future content and your needs as a reader of both printed and electronic books. The survey only takes 5 minutes to complete and respondents have the opportunity to enter a prize draw and win a Monograph of their choice. Have your say and complete the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/MZTVZY9

Common respiratory conditions in newborns

Respiratory distress is a common presenting feature among newborns. The March issue of Breathe features an article that discusses these conditions, the need for prompt investigation and the crucial use of chest radiographs in diagnosis. The article aims to enable readers to develop a diagnostic framework for use when encountering infant respiratory distress. To read this article and much more, visit breathe.ersjournals.com

Controversies in COPD: new CME test

You can now earn CME (continuing medical education) credits even more quickly with the ERS Monograph on Controversies in COPD. Our new design splits the questions into five, bite size tests, making it easier to fit earning credits into your limited time. Successfully complete all five tests and you will receive 5 CME credits. Visit the ERS e-Learning Resources to take the tests.

Future treatment of asthma

The March issue of the European Respiratory Review features an article that discusses the future of monoclonal antibodies in the treatment of asthma, as well as other new ways of managing the condition. Future views based on the paradigm shifts that are soon to occur are also discussed. To read this open access paper and much more, visit err.ersjournals.com

Monograph reader survey: don't miss the chance to have your say

The ERS Monograph constantly aims to meet the needs of its readers and newcomers to the book series. We are conducting a short survey to find out your views about future content and your needs as a reader of both printed and electronic books. The survey only takes 5 minutes to complete and respondents have the opportunity to enter a prize draw and win a Monograph of their choice. Have your say and complete the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/MZTVZY9

High numbers of patients missing essential lung cancer tests and treatment

An international study, published in the European Respiratory Journal, has indicated massive discrepancies in patient access to the most effective lung cancer testing and treatment. The study was the first of its kind to look at the worldwide availability of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tests and the subsequent effect on patients' access to tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), an essential alternative to chemotherapy in certain areas.

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April ERJ online now!

The April issue of the ERJ  is online now. The issue features Editor's Choice articles on: asthma as a cause of subfertility; meropenem/clavulanate as a safe, effective treatment for MDR- and XDR-TB; and subclassification of bronchiectasis that informs targeted therapy. Visit erj.ersjournals.com - ERS members have free online access to all articles.