Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Aspergillus resources for patients

The following free pamphlets from the Aspergillus Trust and others offer information on prevention and care for aspergillus infections.

Preventing Aspergillus Infections The types of infections are described along with ways to minimize exposure.

Face masks for protection  This covers N-95, P-100 and HEPA filtered respirators.

A guide to Allergic Broncho-Pulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA)

Chest physiotherapy information - provides information on therapies used to improve lung function and clear the airways of individuals with aspergillus infections

Chest Clearance Techniques - Information on methods to keep the chest airways clear.


Reverse field image of Aspergillus fumigatus heads - Photo micrograph - N. Carlson


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sbaWbiFt_Go
A high quality Russian animated film on Aspergillus spp. spore production





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