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Racial bias built into a common medical test for lung function is likely leading to fewer Black patients getting care for breathing problems, a study published last week suggests.
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1. In this meta-analysis, asthma patients who used yoga breathing exercises reported better symptom control and quality of life. 2. In addition, breathing and meditation were found to improve several variables in pulmonary function testing compared to standard care. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Breathing, meditation, and posture exercises are prevalent in yoga and have
A joint statement from pulmonary societies acknowledged the shortcomings of pulmonary function tests that included race and ethnicity.
The American Thoracic Society now advises clinicians use a race-neutral average reference to assess lung function.