How Renting Instead of Owning Can Hurt Your Asthma

Aug. 3, 2012 -- The real estate crash may be having a surprising effect on the health of some Americans with asthma.
A survey of people with allergic asthma found that renters are less likely than homeowners to make changes to minimize exposures to the allergens that trigger their breathing problems...

Read more: webmd.com



FDA Greenlights Asthma Drug Generics

SILVER SPRING, Md. -- Generic forms of the popular asthma drug montelukast sodium (Singulair) produced by 10 manufacturers have won FDA approval, the agency announced...

Source: medpagetoday.com



Many Olympians Suffer from Asthma

Olympic athletes might appear to have the cardiovascular and respiratory systems of superheroes. But a new study reveals that one in 12 Olympic athletes uses asthma treatments. The findings are in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. [Kenneth Fitch, An Overview of Asthma and Airway Hyper-Responsiveness in Olympic Athletes]...

Information: scientificamerican.com

Asthma, next global epidemic -Prof Akinkugbe

After the Human Immuno Deficiency Virus/Acquired Immuned Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) pandemic, asthma and other non-communicable diseases rank as the next global health conditions that may plaque humanity, Emeritus Professor of Medicine, Professor Olujimi Akinkugbe, has said...

Source: tribune.com.ng



Altius and CaféWell Make Asthma Management Less of a Drag

SALT LAKE CITY and DENVER, Aug. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Altius Health Plans and CaféWell™ today announced the successful rollout of Breathe with Ease™, a new type of asthma education and management program that utilizes the power of social networking technology to increase consumer engagement and participation, resulting in better control and reduced attacks. Launched in December 2011, the program is available to 1,000 asthmatic Altius Health Plans members in Utah...

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Asthma Common Among Olympic Athletes

THURSDAY, Aug. 2 (HealthDay News) -- Asthma and airway hyper-responsiveness are the most common chronic conditions among Olympic athletes, affecting about 8 percent of the competitors, according to a new study...

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Wiggins inspires asthma sufferers

People affected by exercise-induced asthma have been encouraged not to give up on sport after asthma sufferer Bradley Wiggins became Britain's most decorated Olympian...

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Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Receives First 5 Grants for Dental, Asthma & Allergy Programs

Colton, CA – Arrowhead Regional Medical Center has been awarded two grants from the Children and Families Commission for San Bernardino County (First 5) that will enable the Medical Center to continue its successful dental screening program and asthma and allergy services provided on its Breathmobiles...

Keep reading at inlandvalleynews.com



Watson gets FDA approval for generic asthma drug

PARSIPPANY, N.J. (AP) — Generic drugmaker Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc. said Wednesday it received U.S. approval for its generic version of Pulmicort, an inhalable drug used to treat cough and breathing problems caused by asthma and lung disease...

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Gearing Up for Fall Sports Exasperates Asthma Threat

(HealthNewsDigest.com) - It’s common to see athletes coughing and wheezing on playing fields and in gyms as they go through intense conditioning drills prior to the start of their fall seasons. But for asthma sufferers, gasping for air is a serious concern.
A near-perfect trifecta – the scorching heat, poor air-quality conditions, and demanding exercises – together creates the threat of increased attacks for asthma sufferers. Before fall-sport schedules begin, they need to ensure their condition is well-controlled...

Information: healthnewsdigest.com



Breastfeeding takes the wind out of asthma risks: Study

SHARJAH: A wave of optimism is sweeping the medical fraternity, after stunning revelations that the number of asthmatic babies can be drastically reduced by up to 62 per cent — through a simple, free and healthy solution: breastfeeding...

Source: gulftoday.ae



Back-To-School Asthma And Anaphylaxis Basics

McLEAN, Va., July 31, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- School children with asthma and food and venom allergy face uncertainty and challenges not experienced by most classmates. The average classroom, lunch room, playground, class party and athletic field is teeming with allergens capable of provoking asthma or allergy symptoms that students with these conditions must prevent and treat with vigilance and balance...

Full story here: marketwatch.com

Alternative treatments for asthma, scabies to be funded

PHARMAC is to fund a treatment for pre-schoolers with recurrent wheezing despite using other therapies, and for people with exercise-induced asthma...

Information at voxy.co.nz



PHARMAC to fund alternative treatments for asthma, scabies

PHARMAC is to fund a treatment for pre-schoolers with recurrent wheezing despite using other therapies, and for people with exercise-induced asthma. As part of the agreement with Merck Sharp & Dohme, PHARMAC is also funding an alternative treatment …PHARMAC to fund alternative treatments for asthma, scabies...

Source at business.scoop.co.nz



Girl saves brother's life during asthma attack

CROSSVILLE — Heroes can come in all shapes and sizes. Take Tesla Brewington as an example. At 13 years old, Tesla does not exactly think the term applies to her. However, her family believes she is nothing short of a modern-day hero thanks to her lifesaving actions this past spring...

Read more at crossville-chronicle.com

Summer Can Pose Specific Dangers for People with Allergies and Asthma

With school starting back soon, many kids are looking to spend all the time they can outdoors during the remainder of their summer break. While outdoor activities are important for physical fitness and a big part of summer fun, those allergic to insect stings or that suffer from asthma can be aggravated by the summer smog season...

Full news at buckhead.patch.com



Asthma no bar to sporting success

People who suffer from exercise-induced asthma have been encouraged not to give up on sport after it emerged that 25 per cent of Team GB suffer from the respiratory condition...

Keep reading at timesofmalta.com



Cholesterol-lowering drugs can help in asthma treatment: study

Asthma patients who take cholesterol-lowering drugs alongside inhaled corticosteroids are half as likely to require hospital attention, a new study has claimed...

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Boost for asthma patients as researchers discover new breakthrough for patients with the condition

Asthma sufferers may soon have a new weapon against their condition.
A study suggests those taking the cholesterol-lowering drugs statins alongside inhaled corticosteroids are half as likely to require hospital attention...

Read more: dailymail.co.uk



27th annual Asthma Day Camp culminated Friday

While there’s no doubt how much fun was had, the message was clearly received by the children: They can, in fact, live active lives despite having asthma...

Information: thecalifornian.com



New drug 'stops common cold asthma deaths'

UK scientists have created a “Drug that slashes the risk of colds killing asthmatics”, the Daily Express dramatically reported today...

Keep reading at: westsussextoday.co.uk