Asthma rates from air pollution rise in first year of life study (Video)
Research published online ahead of print publication in the American Thoracic Society's American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine on October 12, 2012, is the first to make a direct connection between ambient air pollution exposure from road traffic and lung problems in children at the age of eight and earlier.....
Full news here: examiner.com
Farmington woman’s race to overcome asthma goes long distance
Kristine Benjamin crossed “Run a Marathon” off her bucket list Sunday when she and about 11,999 other runners participated in the Twin Cities Marathon. And while she was probably not the only first-time runner in the pack, Benjamin was likely one of the few who has asthma and is a carrier for a rare lung disease commonly known as Alpha 1.....
Read more here: farmingtonindependent.com
More than 75% of the Asthma Patient Care Costs Are Attributed to Severe Asthma Cases, which Constitute 10% of the Overall Asthmatic Population
Present management practices have considerable limitations in a relatively small, but important subgroup of patients with severe asthma. "Around 10% of the overall asthmatic population suffer from ongoing symptoms, frequent exacerbations and reduced quality of life", explained Professor Cezmi Akdis, EAACI President, "however they account for more than 75% of the costs attributable to asthma". A single asthma exacerbation, requiring extra medication and possible emergency treatment and hospitalisation, can increase the annual treatment cost more than 3-fold.....
Source: world.einnews.com
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Friday, October 12, 2012
Clear the air for cats with asthma
As temperatures lower, many who suffer from asthma and other respiratory problems will begin an annual ritual of carrying inhalers and scarfs to help their lungs compensate for the cold air. Some may not know that cats are also susceptible to these respiratory problems, in many of the same ways as people.....
Source: bdtonline.com
Researchers Say Evidence Lacking on Link Between Asthma and Exposure to Cleaning Products
Researchers exploring the relationship between asthma and exposure to consumer products and product ingredients say the database of current studies is not sufficiently robust to demonstrate a causal relationship between product exposures and new-onset asthma. But some evidence does exist that suggests some exposures could trigger asthma-like symptoms in individuals with pre-existing asthma and/or bronchial hypersensitivity.....
Read more here: infectioncontroltoday.com
EPA grants $30,000 for asthma care in Normandy School District
The St. Louis County Health Department will receive a $30,000 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to be used for community-based asthma care in the Normandy School District.....
ontinue reading here: bizjournals.com
As temperatures lower, many who suffer from asthma and other respiratory problems will begin an annual ritual of carrying inhalers and scarfs to help their lungs compensate for the cold air. Some may not know that cats are also susceptible to these respiratory problems, in many of the same ways as people.....
Source: bdtonline.com
Researchers Say Evidence Lacking on Link Between Asthma and Exposure to Cleaning Products
Researchers exploring the relationship between asthma and exposure to consumer products and product ingredients say the database of current studies is not sufficiently robust to demonstrate a causal relationship between product exposures and new-onset asthma. But some evidence does exist that suggests some exposures could trigger asthma-like symptoms in individuals with pre-existing asthma and/or bronchial hypersensitivity.....
Read more here: infectioncontroltoday.com
EPA grants $30,000 for asthma care in Normandy School District
The St. Louis County Health Department will receive a $30,000 grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to be used for community-based asthma care in the Normandy School District.....
ontinue reading here: bizjournals.com
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Mylan settles suit over asthma, allergy drug
PITTSBURGH — Mylan has settled a patent infringement suit over a drug used to treat respiratory diseases, Mylan said.
The generic drug maker said it resolved a patent litigation suit filed by Shionogi and Cima Labs over prednisolone sodium phosphate orally disintegrating tablets, a generic version of Orapred ODT. Mylan is hoping to market its generic version of the drug in the 10-mg, 15-mg and 30-mg strengths. The drug is used to treat asthma and certain allergic conditions.....
Source: drugstorenews.com
Seasonal allergies can trigger asthma
ROCKFORD (WREX) - As we head into the fall, allergies are in full swing. If you suffer from allergies, there is a second problem you need to be aware of: asthma.....
Read more here: wrex.com
PITTSBURGH — Mylan has settled a patent infringement suit over a drug used to treat respiratory diseases, Mylan said.
The generic drug maker said it resolved a patent litigation suit filed by Shionogi and Cima Labs over prednisolone sodium phosphate orally disintegrating tablets, a generic version of Orapred ODT. Mylan is hoping to market its generic version of the drug in the 10-mg, 15-mg and 30-mg strengths. The drug is used to treat asthma and certain allergic conditions.....
Source: drugstorenews.com
Seasonal allergies can trigger asthma
ROCKFORD (WREX) - As we head into the fall, allergies are in full swing. If you suffer from allergies, there is a second problem you need to be aware of: asthma.....
Read more here: wrex.com
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Time for a check-up on asthma
It's that time of year when all people, especially children, who have ever been treated for asthma or wheezing should consider that ragweed pollens are airborne as well as other fall pollens. There is a government website you can consult for daily air quality alerts: www.dec.ny.gov. Pollens and ozone are known triggers of wheezing. Interestingly, both of these levels have been particularly high on Long Island since mid-August.....
Read more here: riverheadlocal.com
DHH: 5 parish school systems 'asthma-friendly'
NEW ORLEANS — Five parish school systems have taught teachers and administrators how to recognize signs and symptoms of asthma and taken other measures to help students with the disease, says Bruce Greenstein, secretary of the Department of Health and Hospitals......
Continue reading here: newstalkradiowhio.com
It's that time of year when all people, especially children, who have ever been treated for asthma or wheezing should consider that ragweed pollens are airborne as well as other fall pollens. There is a government website you can consult for daily air quality alerts: www.dec.ny.gov. Pollens and ozone are known triggers of wheezing. Interestingly, both of these levels have been particularly high on Long Island since mid-August.....
Read more here: riverheadlocal.com
DHH: 5 parish school systems 'asthma-friendly'
NEW ORLEANS — Five parish school systems have taught teachers and administrators how to recognize signs and symptoms of asthma and taken other measures to help students with the disease, says Bruce Greenstein, secretary of the Department of Health and Hospitals......
Continue reading here: newstalkradiowhio.com
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Botox trialled as asthma treatment
A Melbourne research team is hoping it can help fight asthma by using Botox which is commonly used to reduce wrinkles.
The researchers are reporting promising results from injections of Botox into the voice box.
They will also trial using Botox to treat hay fever.....
Read more here: abc.net.au
Dr. Stork talks Allergic Asthma
Did you know that almost one in 12 Americans suffer from asthma?
Did you know that of the different types of asthma, allergic asthma is the most common and affects approximately 60-percent of asthma sufferers?.....
Source: wishtv.com
Asthma in children on rise in city: PGI study
Prevalence of asthma is increasing in the city with a research study of PGIMER showing that asthma affects as many as 5-10 per cent of children in Chandigarh, belonging to all social classes and economic strata......
Continue reading here: indianexpress.com
A Melbourne research team is hoping it can help fight asthma by using Botox which is commonly used to reduce wrinkles.
The researchers are reporting promising results from injections of Botox into the voice box.
They will also trial using Botox to treat hay fever.....
Read more here: abc.net.au
Dr. Stork talks Allergic Asthma
Did you know that almost one in 12 Americans suffer from asthma?
Did you know that of the different types of asthma, allergic asthma is the most common and affects approximately 60-percent of asthma sufferers?.....
Source: wishtv.com
Asthma in children on rise in city: PGI study
Prevalence of asthma is increasing in the city with a research study of PGIMER showing that asthma affects as many as 5-10 per cent of children in Chandigarh, belonging to all social classes and economic strata......
Continue reading here: indianexpress.com
Monday, October 8, 2012
Yoga for asthma
If you are prone to getting frequent bouts of asthma, it is very important to exercise and practice postures that emphasise on stretching the lungs and the respiratory system. Practicing some backward bends and chest expansions few times a week can reduce the frequency and intensity of an asthma attack.....
Read more here: gulfnews.com
Osi Umenyiora's son 'better' after apparent asthma attack
7:33PM EST October 7. 2012 - EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.— New York Giants DE Osi Umenyiora's 5-year-old son, Tijani, is recuperating after being sent to the hospital with what coach Tom Coughlin believed to be an asthma attack.....
Full information at usatoday.com
If you are prone to getting frequent bouts of asthma, it is very important to exercise and practice postures that emphasise on stretching the lungs and the respiratory system. Practicing some backward bends and chest expansions few times a week can reduce the frequency and intensity of an asthma attack.....
Read more here: gulfnews.com
Osi Umenyiora's son 'better' after apparent asthma attack
7:33PM EST October 7. 2012 - EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.— New York Giants DE Osi Umenyiora's 5-year-old son, Tijani, is recuperating after being sent to the hospital with what coach Tom Coughlin believed to be an asthma attack.....
Full information at usatoday.com
Sunday, October 7, 2012
Search for asthma breakthrough
About 200 children will be involved in a study at Leicester's hospitals which could find new treatments for those with severe asthma.
Researchers from the University of Leicester will spend the next two years looking at how fungi found on the lungs affects the seriousness of the condition......
Read more here: thisisleicestershire.co.uk
SBU Researchers Net Grant for Device to Analyze Breath in Asthma Patients
The National Science Foundation has awarded a $599,763, three-year grant to an interdisciplinary team of Stony Brook researchers for their work on a breath-analyzing device for people who suffer from asthma, the university announced this week......
Full information at threevillage.patch.com
About 200 children will be involved in a study at Leicester's hospitals which could find new treatments for those with severe asthma.
Researchers from the University of Leicester will spend the next two years looking at how fungi found on the lungs affects the seriousness of the condition......
Read more here: thisisleicestershire.co.uk
SBU Researchers Net Grant for Device to Analyze Breath in Asthma Patients
The National Science Foundation has awarded a $599,763, three-year grant to an interdisciplinary team of Stony Brook researchers for their work on a breath-analyzing device for people who suffer from asthma, the university announced this week......
Full information at threevillage.patch.com
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