Asthma an Often Unrecognized Risk for Older People
May 4, 2012 -- Asthma is not just dangerous for kids.
People over 65 also have asthma and often face an uphill health battle as a result, a new study suggests. Once hospitalized, these individuals are 14 times more likely to die from asthma than younger adults. What's more, asthma increases their risk for impaired lung function and a worse quality of life....
Read full article at webmd.com
Cabell Huntington Hospital offers free stroke and asthma screenings
In recognition of Stroke Awareness Month and Asthma Awareness Month, Cabell Huntington Hospital will offer information and health screenings during their Healthy Senior Wednesday program...
Read full article at wowktv.com
Children's Medical Center To Offer Free Asthma Screenings For Kids May 5th At Kohl's
Augusta, GA -- After 10 children died from asthma in the Augusta area from 2006 to 2008, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended more community education in this region...
Read full article at www2.wjbf.com
Saturday, May 5, 2012
Friday, May 4, 2012
Tulsa, OKC Named Worst Cities For Asthma Sufferers
Two major cities in the Sooner State have been named the most challenging cities for asthma sufferers across the country. Oklahoma City came in #8 and Tulsa #11 in a newly released report ranking Asthma Capitals in the country...
Full information at ktul.com
Pittsburgh named fourth-worst city for asthma sufferers
PITTSBURGH - Tracy Greager moved to Bellevue more than 15 years ago. Not long after, she was introduced to asthma."My son was diagnosed when we moved over here. He was about 8 or 9 years old and he eventually grew out of it. My mom was also diagnosed with asthma after moving over here," said Greager...
Full information at wtae.com
Buying Asthma Medication Online Can be Safe and Affordable
WASHINGTON, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Asthmatics suffer from both chronic shortness of breath that if treated inconsistently can lead to serious illness and the burden of daily medication which requires conscientious treatment as well as expense...
Full information at sacbee.com
Two major cities in the Sooner State have been named the most challenging cities for asthma sufferers across the country. Oklahoma City came in #8 and Tulsa #11 in a newly released report ranking Asthma Capitals in the country...
Full information at ktul.com
Pittsburgh named fourth-worst city for asthma sufferers
PITTSBURGH - Tracy Greager moved to Bellevue more than 15 years ago. Not long after, she was introduced to asthma."My son was diagnosed when we moved over here. He was about 8 or 9 years old and he eventually grew out of it. My mom was also diagnosed with asthma after moving over here," said Greager...
Full information at wtae.com
Buying Asthma Medication Online Can be Safe and Affordable
WASHINGTON, May 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Asthmatics suffer from both chronic shortness of breath that if treated inconsistently can lead to serious illness and the burden of daily medication which requires conscientious treatment as well as expense...
Full information at sacbee.com
Thursday, May 3, 2012
May is Asthma Awareness Month
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 2, 2012. An estimated 25 million Americans – including seven million children – suffer from asthma, a chronic respiratory disease for which attacks can range from mild to life-threatening. The prevalence has been increasing over the last two decades, and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is encouraging effective management to reduce environmental triggers of the disease during Asthma Awareness Month in May...
Source: enewspf.com
Acetaminophen and Asthma: A Bad Marriage
Acetaminophen is among the most trusted medications to treat fever and pain, but epidemiologic studies have suggested that acetaminophen might be associated with a higher risk for asthma among both children and adults. However, limitations of the available data make it easy to discount any possible association between acetaminophen and asthma. The current review by Dr. McBride puts the issue of acetaminophen and asthma into the proper perspective so that clinicians can use this information to make everyday practice decisions...
Source: medscape.com
Asthma Has Adverse Effect on Physical Health in Elderly
Older adults with asthma have decreased lung function, increased rates of allergic sensitization, and worse quality of life than healthy controls, according to a study published in the May issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology...
Source: doctorslounge.com
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 2, 2012. An estimated 25 million Americans – including seven million children – suffer from asthma, a chronic respiratory disease for which attacks can range from mild to life-threatening. The prevalence has been increasing over the last two decades, and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is encouraging effective management to reduce environmental triggers of the disease during Asthma Awareness Month in May...
Source: enewspf.com
Acetaminophen and Asthma: A Bad Marriage
Acetaminophen is among the most trusted medications to treat fever and pain, but epidemiologic studies have suggested that acetaminophen might be associated with a higher risk for asthma among both children and adults. However, limitations of the available data make it easy to discount any possible association between acetaminophen and asthma. The current review by Dr. McBride puts the issue of acetaminophen and asthma into the proper perspective so that clinicians can use this information to make everyday practice decisions...
Source: medscape.com
Asthma Has Adverse Effect on Physical Health in Elderly
Older adults with asthma have decreased lung function, increased rates of allergic sensitization, and worse quality of life than healthy controls, according to a study published in the May issue of the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology...
Source: doctorslounge.com
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month
Spring has sprung. And with it...allergy and asthma season! This May the Canadian MedicAlert Foundation is reminding Canadians to make sure they're prepared in case of emergency...
Keep reading here: marketwatch.com
NIH statement on World Asthma Day 2012 - May 1, 2012
Bethesda, Maryland--(ENEWSPF)--May 1, 2012. On World Asthma Day 2012, we at the National Institutes of Health stand with the Global Initiative for Asthma to renew our dedication to improving the quality of life for the millions of people living with asthma...
Keep reading here: enewspf.com
Ask the Expert: The asthma epidemic
Researchers wonder why asthma rate has jumped since the 1980s
The sharp increase in asthma since the 1980s — some 34 million Americans now suffer from the condition — has confounded health professionals...
Keep reading here: chicagotribune.com
Spring has sprung. And with it...allergy and asthma season! This May the Canadian MedicAlert Foundation is reminding Canadians to make sure they're prepared in case of emergency...
Keep reading here: marketwatch.com
NIH statement on World Asthma Day 2012 - May 1, 2012
Bethesda, Maryland--(ENEWSPF)--May 1, 2012. On World Asthma Day 2012, we at the National Institutes of Health stand with the Global Initiative for Asthma to renew our dedication to improving the quality of life for the millions of people living with asthma...
Keep reading here: enewspf.com
Ask the Expert: The asthma epidemic
Researchers wonder why asthma rate has jumped since the 1980s
The sharp increase in asthma since the 1980s — some 34 million Americans now suffer from the condition — has confounded health professionals...
Keep reading here: chicagotribune.com
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
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...
Read more here: sacbee.com
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...
Read more here: blogs.abc.net.au
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...
Read more here: silive.com
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...
Read more here: sacbee.com
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...
Read more here: blogs.abc.net.au
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...
Read more here: silive.com
Monday, April 30, 2012
Five-fold rise in asthma cases
There has been a four to five-fold increase in paediatric and adult asthma cases in Hyderabad city, compared to the situation five to eight years ago. Interestingly, doctors point out that it is not merely vehicular exhaust, but indoor pollution, especially spending long hours in carpeted and air-conditioned offices and homes, soft toys, furry pets and smoking are to blame for an increase in asthma cases in all age groups...
Read more on deccanchronicle.com
New Study to Help Reduce Asthma Burden in New Zealand
One in six New Zealand adults and one in four of our children experience asthma symptoms. This adds up to more than 600,000 New Zealanders.New Study to Help Reduce Asthma Burden in New Zealand...
Read more on community.scoop.co.nz
Education key to controlling asthma
Haley Dyck is learning how to breathe in a whole new way.
The five-year-old was diagnosed in infancy with respiratory syndrome virus and has missed many school days due to asthma...
Read more on intelligencer.ca
There has been a four to five-fold increase in paediatric and adult asthma cases in Hyderabad city, compared to the situation five to eight years ago. Interestingly, doctors point out that it is not merely vehicular exhaust, but indoor pollution, especially spending long hours in carpeted and air-conditioned offices and homes, soft toys, furry pets and smoking are to blame for an increase in asthma cases in all age groups...
Read more on deccanchronicle.com
New Study to Help Reduce Asthma Burden in New Zealand
One in six New Zealand adults and one in four of our children experience asthma symptoms. This adds up to more than 600,000 New Zealanders.New Study to Help Reduce Asthma Burden in New Zealand...
Read more on community.scoop.co.nz
Education key to controlling asthma
Haley Dyck is learning how to breathe in a whole new way.
The five-year-old was diagnosed in infancy with respiratory syndrome virus and has missed many school days due to asthma...
Read more on intelligencer.ca
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Asthmatic Olympians Are Winners
A surprising number of elite athletes have asthma. As the Olympics are set to start in London, many are studying this phenomenon and the lessons to be learned from these athletes...
More Information at dailyrx.com
Forum takes place on World Asthma Day
When their condition is controlled properly, those with asthma should be able to have a good quality of life, according to the organizers of an upcoming local forum on asthma...
More Information at northernlife.ca
Asthma at School - Kids with Inhalers
Should your child with asthma carry his own asthma inhaler at school?
If he doesn't, he will likely have to go to the nurse's office every time he needs it.
On the other hand, while it will be more handy if he carries the inhaler himself, your child runs the risk of not having it available if he loses it. And some younger kids just aren't that good at using their inhaler on their own...
More Information at pediatrics.about.com
A surprising number of elite athletes have asthma. As the Olympics are set to start in London, many are studying this phenomenon and the lessons to be learned from these athletes...
More Information at dailyrx.com
Forum takes place on World Asthma Day
When their condition is controlled properly, those with asthma should be able to have a good quality of life, according to the organizers of an upcoming local forum on asthma...
More Information at northernlife.ca
Asthma at School - Kids with Inhalers
Should your child with asthma carry his own asthma inhaler at school?
If he doesn't, he will likely have to go to the nurse's office every time he needs it.
On the other hand, while it will be more handy if he carries the inhaler himself, your child runs the risk of not having it available if he loses it. And some younger kids just aren't that good at using their inhaler on their own...
More Information at pediatrics.about.com
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