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First New Treatment in 50 Years for Asthma Attacks and COPD ‘Could be a Game-Changer’

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The first new treatment for asthma attacks in 50 years has been tested by British scientists.

Benralizumab , a monoclonal antibody that targets eosinophils to reduce lung inflammation, is already available on the market.

The injection is more effective than the current method of steroid tablets, reducing need for further treatment by 30% .

“Every four minutes in the UK , someone dies from a lung condition but treatment for asthma and COPD exacerbations have not changed in 50 years despite causing 3.8 million deaths worldwide a year combined.” SHARE THE LIFE-SAVING NEWS With Asthma Sufferers on Social Media .

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