Philips empowers Filipinos to breathe and live easy
Philips allows
patients to manage their asthma and live a normal life
According to the World Health Organization, asthma
is a chronic disease characterized by recurrent attacks of breathlessness and
wheezing, which vary in severity and frequency from person to person.
Globally, there
is an estimate of over 235 million people who suffer from asthma and
approximately 11 million or 1 out 10 Filipinos are writhing yet 98 percent of
Filipino asthma patients continue to lack proper treatment which is one of the
top causes of death in the country.
For parents of
children with asthma, it is important they monitor and manage all of the
factors that can make their child feel better or worse, or that trigger an asthma attack. Weather, air quality, exercise and even food can
all impact asthma. Encouraging children to take their asthma medication
correctly, and following their treatment plan, can help better manage
day-to-day triggers and keep their asthma under control.
When used properly,inhalers
can help people live a normal life. The medicines children are prescribed to
treat their asthma can't work unless taken as they are intended, yet 90% of
asthma patients have incorrect technique when taking their medication[i].
Philips’s asthma management solutions put parents in
control of their child’s asthma, and are designed to ensure they are getting the
most out of their medicine:
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Medication can
often end up in a child’s mouth, throat and stomach when using an inhaler on
its own. By including a valved holding chamber (commonly referred to as a
spacer), drug delivery can improve by as much as four times[ii].
Innospire go
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A lightweight,
portable mesh nebulizer with built-in rechargeable battery providing up to 30 treatments
(120 minutes of use). Medication can be delivered in as little as 4 minutes[iii]
either at home or on the go.
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A peak flow meter
that measures how fast air is blown out froma child’s lungs will give parents
added confidence that their child’s asthma is being properly managed.
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Sami the Seal combines
reliability with a cute character design to provide a child with a breathing
treatment that is friendly and comfortable. The compressor comes with our
highly efficient SideStream nebulizer and Tucker the Turtle character
facemask to provide a fast treatment, in as little as 6 minutes2.
Optimizing indoor
air quality
Improving indoor air quality has the
potential to reduce many irritants and allergens that can trigger a child’s
asthma symptoms.There
are four major factors that influence indoor air quality and that can act as
triggers for an asthma attack:
- PM 2.5 – the microscopic air pollutants that are common triggers for an asthma attack
- Allergens– such as pollen coming in from outdoors, dust mites, pet dander (flakes of skin) and mold spores
- Bacteria and viruses – inhalation can cause influenza, common colds, tuberculosis and other infections, whilst also increasing the risk of asthma
- Air humidity or dry air – this can aggravate allergies, asthma and other respiratory conditions
Philips Air Purifier Series 2000i
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This
connected air purifier removes 99.97% of airborne allergens including pollen,
house dust mites and pet dander. To help decrease the impact of these moments,
it also includes AeraSense, a particle sensor that detects even a slight change
in the air and ensures the purifier’s settings are adjusted to reduce airborne
allergens. The App gives real-time air quality feedback via the
display, plus allergy management advice.
Philips Air Purifier Series 3000i –
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Combining
AeraSense and VitaShield IPS technologies, the connected Philips Air Purifier
Series 3000i reduces allergens, gases and odors. Through a display and App, usersare
able to monitor the quality of their indoor air in real-time. Available
anywhere, the App also gives users advice on their allergen management regimen.
VitaShield IPS technology also uses natural filtration to collect and retain
many contaminants, leaving indoor air cleaner.
Philips Humidifier Series 2000
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This humidifier
helps users to retain comfortable moisture levels in their home by maintaining
a constant and even, relative humidity between 40% and 60%. NanoCloud
Technology spreads 99% less bacteria compared to ultrasonic humidifiers.
This unique humidification technology uses a natural, cold evaporation process
with no artificial additives. It humidifies the users’ home by generating tiny
molecules of pure water that are invisible to the eye, and evenly distributes
them around the room.
Philips DeCombi Series 5000
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This 2-in-1 dehumidifier combines a highly
efficient dehumidification system with an air purifier. Removing up to 25
liters[iv]
of water per day – the equivalent of 50 bottles[v]
of drinking water per day. Its NanoProtect filter removes ultra fine particles
as small as 0.02 micron[vi],
99% airborne Aspergillus Niger mold spores[vii],
bacteria[viii]
and the H1N1 virus[ix].
What is more, it also features a humidity sensor with a numerical display and
an air quality sensor.
With advanced technology,
plus certification or testing by AHAM, ECARF and Airmid, each product in the
Philips Air portfolio is designed to ensure you have cleaner air or comfortable
moisture levels, always.
References:
[i]https://www.philstar.com/lifestyle/health-and-family/2016/05/03/1579388/study-98-filipino-asthma-patients-lack-proper-treatment
2Sanchis J, Gich I &Pefersen S. Systematic review of
errors in inhaler use: has patient technique improved over time? Chest 2016;128(5):3198–3204
https://www.pharmaceutical-journal.com/learning/learning-article/how-to-help-patients-optimise-their-inhaler-technique/20201442.article#fn_6
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