Monday, December 17, 2012

Occupational asthma markers: Candidate proteins for exposure to toluene diisocyanate

Industrial isocyanate attack

Occupational asthma is one of those furtive industrial hazards, sneaking up on its victims unawares while they go about their jobs. Induced by exposure to chemicals that irritate the airways, OA can be a debilitating condition that lays workers low for extended periods of time.

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New thermal treatment reduces asthma attacks

SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah hospital is offering a novel heat therapy designed to prevent asthma attacks. The treatment reduces if not stops the need for steroid medications and trips to the emergency room.....

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