Stop Uncontrolled Asthma this World Asthma Day

TORONTO, April 30, 2012 /CNW/ - On the occasion of World Asthma Day 2012, the Asthma Society of Canada (ASC) is pleased to announce its partnership with Walmart Canada to better inform Canadians about the dangers of uncontrolled asthma. As a serious chronic respiratory disease that affects 1 in 10 Canadians, asthma is a leading cause of unnecessary hospital visits and preventable deaths, especially in children. The ASC encourages Canadians living with asthma and those who suspect they may have undiagnosed asthma to learn more about potential triggers and management by visiting their local Walmart pharmacies on May 1st...

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Cold snap causes asthma outbreak

Yesterday on 1233 Breakfast, Helen found out that the recent cold snap we've experienced has caused an asthma flare up for local sufferers, and, consequently, more ambulance call-outs to treat severe cases...

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Breathe easy by understanding the disorder and minimizing triggers of asthma

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- When winter turns to spring, Lorena Gottlieb knows her son Paul’s “penguin” is going to be by his side as the days begin to warm up...

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