Suitable asthma and allergy drugs during pregnancy
During pregnancy, all drugs should be used with caution. During the first three months of pregnancy, it is better to avoid unnecessary drugs. For chronic diseases, certain drugs have been labelled safe to use throughout the period of pregnancy. In such situations, a doctor has to prescribe the suitable drug.....
Read more: dhakatribune.com
Can Air Pollution Cause Asthma in Kids? How About Autism?
We all know air pollution is not great for your health, but two new studies this week stressed just how bad it can be for children, infants and the developing fetus. Exposure to air pollution at a young age, these studies showed, can lead to an array of long-lasting health problems, including asthma and autism.....
Read more: blogs.kqed.org
Nemours study: One third of children with poorly controlled asthma getting overdose of acid reducers
Of more than 22 million Americans who have been diagnosed with asthma, it is estimated that a large number also suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
As a result, it has become common practice to prescribe the proton pump inhibitor lansoprazole, sometimes marketed as Prevacid, to people with poorly controlled asthma......
Read more at: jacksonville.com
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Friday, June 21, 2013
Don't Let Asthma Overshadow Your Summer: Discover Your Allergy Profile
The summer months can pose unique difficulties for patients with asthma. Throughout early summer, we continue to experience days with high pollen counts from trees and grasses, and there is a well-established connection between allergies and asthma in medical literature. The hottest months of summer routinely bring conditions that exacerbate asthma symptoms such as poor air quality and increased humidity. Finally, during late summer with the appearance of ragweed and mold, the beginning of the new school year carries a unique challenge for children with asthma: There are more asthma-related hospitalizations for children during the second week of school than at any other time in the year. Research suggests that exposure to both allergens and viruses increase the likelihood of hospitalization. So what can patients with asthma do to proactively ensure that symptoms don't interfere with their summer activities?.....
Read more: huffingtonpost.com
'Steam, dehumidification don't help cure cold, asthma'
CHANDIGARH: The old age prescription of covering oneself with a towel and inhaling steam to fight common cold may no longer be valid, a recent analysis by a doctor from PGI infers. The reviewer Dr Meenu Singh after analysing and reviewing all worldwide trials conducted so far on steam inhalation has concluded in her published work that the process has no effect and only works as a feel good factor!.....
Read more: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Early-Life Air Pollution Strongly Linked To Asthma Development In Minority Children
A new study looked at the causal relationship between air pollution and childhood asthma. Air pollution exposure prior to the development of asthma was noted in order for researchers to definitively determine a difference in a child's asthma condition. Researchers focused on minorities, specifically Latinos and African Americans, with and without asthma from five urban regions in the United States and Puerto Rico. This focus on minorities, according to the team, was in light of their tendency to live in areas with high levels and concentrations of air pollution, in addition to having a higher risk of developing asthma......
Read more: medicaldaily.com
The summer months can pose unique difficulties for patients with asthma. Throughout early summer, we continue to experience days with high pollen counts from trees and grasses, and there is a well-established connection between allergies and asthma in medical literature. The hottest months of summer routinely bring conditions that exacerbate asthma symptoms such as poor air quality and increased humidity. Finally, during late summer with the appearance of ragweed and mold, the beginning of the new school year carries a unique challenge for children with asthma: There are more asthma-related hospitalizations for children during the second week of school than at any other time in the year. Research suggests that exposure to both allergens and viruses increase the likelihood of hospitalization. So what can patients with asthma do to proactively ensure that symptoms don't interfere with their summer activities?.....
Read more: huffingtonpost.com
'Steam, dehumidification don't help cure cold, asthma'
CHANDIGARH: The old age prescription of covering oneself with a towel and inhaling steam to fight common cold may no longer be valid, a recent analysis by a doctor from PGI infers. The reviewer Dr Meenu Singh after analysing and reviewing all worldwide trials conducted so far on steam inhalation has concluded in her published work that the process has no effect and only works as a feel good factor!.....
Read more: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Early-Life Air Pollution Strongly Linked To Asthma Development In Minority Children
A new study looked at the causal relationship between air pollution and childhood asthma. Air pollution exposure prior to the development of asthma was noted in order for researchers to definitively determine a difference in a child's asthma condition. Researchers focused on minorities, specifically Latinos and African Americans, with and without asthma from five urban regions in the United States and Puerto Rico. This focus on minorities, according to the team, was in light of their tendency to live in areas with high levels and concentrations of air pollution, in addition to having a higher risk of developing asthma......
Read more: medicaldaily.com
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Asthma deaths: links lead to call for action
The higher rate of asthma deaths detected among those living in rural or remote areas is a significant concern, says researcher.
Asthma deaths in Australia are linked with health inequalities, drug and alcohol use, psychosocial issues, poor health literacy and social isolation, according to a researcher, whose study has just been published in the British Medical Journal Open.....
Read more: transformingthenation.com.au
Why are we more depressed, asthmatic?
Kamloopsians are slightly more likely to be depressed or asthmatic than the average British Columbia, according to numbers in the city’s sustainability plan.
According to 2010-2011 data provided by the Interior Health Authority, 27 per cent of the city’s population grapples with depression and anxiety, compared to a provincial average of 24 per cent.....
Read more: kamloopsthisweek.com
Winter danger period for asthma
Asthma Foundation NSW has marked the official start to winter by urging consumers to choose their winter heating options carefully as they can dramatically impact on health.
Winter is a traditionally tough time for adults and children who live with asthma in Australia.....
Read more: theridgenews.com.au
The higher rate of asthma deaths detected among those living in rural or remote areas is a significant concern, says researcher.
Asthma deaths in Australia are linked with health inequalities, drug and alcohol use, psychosocial issues, poor health literacy and social isolation, according to a researcher, whose study has just been published in the British Medical Journal Open.....
Read more: transformingthenation.com.au
Why are we more depressed, asthmatic?
Kamloopsians are slightly more likely to be depressed or asthmatic than the average British Columbia, according to numbers in the city’s sustainability plan.
According to 2010-2011 data provided by the Interior Health Authority, 27 per cent of the city’s population grapples with depression and anxiety, compared to a provincial average of 24 per cent.....
Read more: kamloopsthisweek.com
Winter danger period for asthma
Asthma Foundation NSW has marked the official start to winter by urging consumers to choose their winter heating options carefully as they can dramatically impact on health.
Winter is a traditionally tough time for adults and children who live with asthma in Australia.....
Read more: theridgenews.com.au
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Toxic Water: Asthma And Other Health Dangers Of Swimming In Chlorinated Pools
While taking a quick dip in the pool can be momentarily refreshing, it can permanently have dangerous health implications. Chlorine — used as a disinfectant and antiseptic in water purification — kills potentially dangerous bacteria. Bacteria is eliminated by the chemical reaction between chlorine's hypochlorous acid and the cell walls of bacteria, according to Curiousity, a show on the Discovery Channel. The chemical's ability to kill bacteria can have short term benefits, but also presents long term hazards on a person's health......
Source: medicaldaily.com
New Inhaler For Asthma Patients Offers Serious Benefits
A new dry-powder inhaler for asthma patients, materialized by Israelis Nimrod Kaufmann and Dr. Guy Steuer, has recently undergone an auspicious trial run at Petah Tikvah's Schneider Children's Medical Center, where Dr. Steuer serves as a senior physician and pediatric pulmonologist. He is also a frequent lecturer at Tel Aviv University......
Source: us.shalomlife.com
Study links air pollution to childhood asthma in minorities
Black and Latino infants exposed to air pollution are at heightened risk for developing asthma, according to a study led by researchers from UC San Francisco.
The study is the largest of its kind looking at the connections between asthma and air pollution exposure in minority children, researchers said. The study included about 4,300 black and Latino children from Chicago, New York City, Houston, the San Francisco Bay Area and Puerto Rico......
Source: latimes.com
While taking a quick dip in the pool can be momentarily refreshing, it can permanently have dangerous health implications. Chlorine — used as a disinfectant and antiseptic in water purification — kills potentially dangerous bacteria. Bacteria is eliminated by the chemical reaction between chlorine's hypochlorous acid and the cell walls of bacteria, according to Curiousity, a show on the Discovery Channel. The chemical's ability to kill bacteria can have short term benefits, but also presents long term hazards on a person's health......
Source: medicaldaily.com
New Inhaler For Asthma Patients Offers Serious Benefits
A new dry-powder inhaler for asthma patients, materialized by Israelis Nimrod Kaufmann and Dr. Guy Steuer, has recently undergone an auspicious trial run at Petah Tikvah's Schneider Children's Medical Center, where Dr. Steuer serves as a senior physician and pediatric pulmonologist. He is also a frequent lecturer at Tel Aviv University......
Source: us.shalomlife.com
Study links air pollution to childhood asthma in minorities
Black and Latino infants exposed to air pollution are at heightened risk for developing asthma, according to a study led by researchers from UC San Francisco.
The study is the largest of its kind looking at the connections between asthma and air pollution exposure in minority children, researchers said. The study included about 4,300 black and Latino children from Chicago, New York City, Houston, the San Francisco Bay Area and Puerto Rico......
Source: latimes.com
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Exposed: Edward Erin, the doctor whose faked asthma drug test results proved fatal
A British doctor faked test results during clinical trials for an asthma drug in which one person died and others contracted cancer and pneumonia, The Independent has learnt......
Read more: independent.co.uk
New 'supercharged' vaccine using electricity could stop asthma attacks
A jab that uses electricity to blast its way into immune system cells could revolutionise the treatment of asthma.
The 'supercharged' vaccine enables the immune system to overcome dust mite allergy - one of the leading triggers of asthma attacks......
Read more: dailymail.co.uk
Asthma help works
Nine-year-old Mark Tarawa was sick enough this year for his mother to consider home schooling.
But mum Rachel can now breathe easier thanks to the advice and support of Asthma Society Northland......
Read more: stuff.co.nz
A British doctor faked test results during clinical trials for an asthma drug in which one person died and others contracted cancer and pneumonia, The Independent has learnt......
Read more: independent.co.uk
New 'supercharged' vaccine using electricity could stop asthma attacks
A jab that uses electricity to blast its way into immune system cells could revolutionise the treatment of asthma.
The 'supercharged' vaccine enables the immune system to overcome dust mite allergy - one of the leading triggers of asthma attacks......
Read more: dailymail.co.uk
Asthma help works
Nine-year-old Mark Tarawa was sick enough this year for his mother to consider home schooling.
But mum Rachel can now breathe easier thanks to the advice and support of Asthma Society Northland......
Read more: stuff.co.nz
Monday, June 17, 2013
Dust Mites, Allergies & Asthma Discussed in New Online Video
The IAQ Video Network releases another educational video about important health & safety issues.
Phoenix, AZ, June 16th, 2013 -- Today, the IAQ Video Network and Cochrane & Associates announced the release of another online video to help educate people about issues that may impact their health. Their latest educational video discusses health issues associated dust mites and their connection to indoor allergies and their ability to trigger asthma attacks......
Source: environmental-expert.com
Camp for asthmatic children offered in August
ANNANDALE — Camp We-No-Wheeze is celebrating 20 years of providing a safe camp experience for children with asthma at Camp Friendship in Annandale.
The camp is for kids ages seven to 13 taking daily asthma medications. They experience typical outdoor camp activities in a medically-safe environment while learning more about asthma, its triggers and medication.......
Source: sctimes.com
No room for complacency in asthma care
Maori are being told to speak up if they don’t think they are getting proper treatment for asthma.
Tristram Ingham, a medical advisor to the Asthma Foundation, says not only do Maori have higher rates of asthma, but they are also more likely to be under-treated.....
Source: waateanews.com
The IAQ Video Network releases another educational video about important health & safety issues.
Phoenix, AZ, June 16th, 2013 -- Today, the IAQ Video Network and Cochrane & Associates announced the release of another online video to help educate people about issues that may impact their health. Their latest educational video discusses health issues associated dust mites and their connection to indoor allergies and their ability to trigger asthma attacks......
Source: environmental-expert.com
Camp for asthmatic children offered in August
ANNANDALE — Camp We-No-Wheeze is celebrating 20 years of providing a safe camp experience for children with asthma at Camp Friendship in Annandale.
The camp is for kids ages seven to 13 taking daily asthma medications. They experience typical outdoor camp activities in a medically-safe environment while learning more about asthma, its triggers and medication.......
Source: sctimes.com
No room for complacency in asthma care
Maori are being told to speak up if they don’t think they are getting proper treatment for asthma.
Tristram Ingham, a medical advisor to the Asthma Foundation, says not only do Maori have higher rates of asthma, but they are also more likely to be under-treated.....
Source: waateanews.com
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