Tackling asthma
Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that affects the wind pipe and causes them to swell and get inflamed.
The most effective way to control asthma attacks is to control the triggers of asthma.....
See more at: deccanherald.com
Grad Student's Research on Asthma Will Make You Gasp
“I used to play soccer, and I would get the wind knocked out of me all the time,” said Chelsea Stone, a graduate student in Drexel University’s School of Public Health. “I’m lucky because I could catch my breath pretty quickly.”
But for people living with asthma, it’s not as simple.....
See more at: drexel.edu
Help Control Asthma with Advair
If you run a daycare with a child who has asthma, have a niece or nephew with asthma or even if your own child has asthma, you understand exactly how difficult it can be to care for a child who struggles with lung problems. Most asthmatic children have an emergency inhaler, but sometimes something more is necessary. If your child’s asthma is not under control, consider speaking with your doctor about a daily medication such as Advair. Advair is a once-daily asthma inhaler that can offer your child controlled asthma. This means he’ll be able to run, play and jump without breaking into a heavy cough or difficulty breathing.....
See more at: themommy-files.com
Saturday, August 31, 2013
Friday, August 30, 2013
Living With Asthma: What To Do If You’ve Been Diagnosed
Any medical condition that makes it difficult to breathe–especially asthma–has the potential to be absolutely terrifying. Asthma may be quite restrictive and an attack can occur without warning, resulting in a life threatening situation. Read this article to gain some understanding of the causes behind asthma attacks and what to do to manage your asthma. You can learn to manage your asthma rather than letting it control the range of activities you choose to participate in.....
Source: naturalhealthsavers.com
Car Exhaust And Wood Smoke May Increase Severity Of Adult Asthma
Adults who suffer from asthma may be negatively affected by both street smog and wood smoke, according to a study from researchers at the School of Population Health at the University of Melbourne, Australia.....
Source: rttnews.com
IVF, cesarean section asthma link strengthened
Researchers from Greece have shown that pediatric asthma is associated with both conception by in vitro fertilization (IVF) and birth by cesarean section.....
Source: news-medical.net
Any medical condition that makes it difficult to breathe–especially asthma–has the potential to be absolutely terrifying. Asthma may be quite restrictive and an attack can occur without warning, resulting in a life threatening situation. Read this article to gain some understanding of the causes behind asthma attacks and what to do to manage your asthma. You can learn to manage your asthma rather than letting it control the range of activities you choose to participate in.....
Source: naturalhealthsavers.com
Car Exhaust And Wood Smoke May Increase Severity Of Adult Asthma
Adults who suffer from asthma may be negatively affected by both street smog and wood smoke, according to a study from researchers at the School of Population Health at the University of Melbourne, Australia.....
Source: rttnews.com
IVF, cesarean section asthma link strengthened
Researchers from Greece have shown that pediatric asthma is associated with both conception by in vitro fertilization (IVF) and birth by cesarean section.....
Source: news-medical.net
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Depression scores in asthma patients
US researchers, from Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, report the results of a study that found many asthma patients screened positive for symptoms of depression......
Read more here: tele-management.ca
Asthma attacks surge when kids go back to school
Viruses, pollen and a lapse in taking medication all contribute to kids suffering from more asthma attacks this time of year.
As children go back to school, doctors and parents are preparing for a surge in asthma attacks.....
Read more here: mnn.com
Asthma Attacks Surge During Back-to-School Time, Doctors Warn
As children go back to school, doctors and parents are preparing for a surge in asthma attacks.
The asthma onslaught typically begins about two weeks after school starts, and the phenomenon happens every year, said Dr. Kirstin Carel, a pediatric allergist at National Jewish Health in Denver.....
Read more here: news.yahoo.com
US researchers, from Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, report the results of a study that found many asthma patients screened positive for symptoms of depression......
Read more here: tele-management.ca
Asthma attacks surge when kids go back to school
Viruses, pollen and a lapse in taking medication all contribute to kids suffering from more asthma attacks this time of year.
As children go back to school, doctors and parents are preparing for a surge in asthma attacks.....
Read more here: mnn.com
Asthma Attacks Surge During Back-to-School Time, Doctors Warn
As children go back to school, doctors and parents are preparing for a surge in asthma attacks.
The asthma onslaught typically begins about two weeks after school starts, and the phenomenon happens every year, said Dr. Kirstin Carel, a pediatric allergist at National Jewish Health in Denver.....
Read more here: news.yahoo.com
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
The hidden dangers of deodorant sprays: Headaches, eczema, asthma and even fatal heart problems
Inhaling large doses of chemicals from deodorant aerosols can be fatal
Canister fumes may cause skin reactions, allergies and heart problems
Teenage boys are particularly in risk zone due to common over-use.....
Source: sott.net
Occupational caution for young men with severe asthma
medwireNews: Research from Finland shows that men who have severe asthma by early adulthood are vulnerable to the effects of current work and exposure to asthma-aggravating factors on asthma outcomes in middle age.....
Source: medwirenews.com
Asthma Attacks Surge During Back-to-School Time, Doctors Warn
As children go back to school, doctors and parents are preparing for a surge in asthma attacks.
The asthma onslaught typically begins about two weeks after school starts, and the phenomenon happens every year, said Dr. Kirstin Carel, a pediatric allergist at National Jewish Health in Denver.....
Source: livescience.com
Inhaling large doses of chemicals from deodorant aerosols can be fatal
Canister fumes may cause skin reactions, allergies and heart problems
Teenage boys are particularly in risk zone due to common over-use.....
Source: sott.net
Occupational caution for young men with severe asthma
medwireNews: Research from Finland shows that men who have severe asthma by early adulthood are vulnerable to the effects of current work and exposure to asthma-aggravating factors on asthma outcomes in middle age.....
Source: medwirenews.com
Asthma Attacks Surge During Back-to-School Time, Doctors Warn
As children go back to school, doctors and parents are preparing for a surge in asthma attacks.
The asthma onslaught typically begins about two weeks after school starts, and the phenomenon happens every year, said Dr. Kirstin Carel, a pediatric allergist at National Jewish Health in Denver.....
Source: livescience.com
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
Asthma bag to the rescue
For years I’ve been carrying asthma-related things everywhere I go. At first it was an inhaler or two in a pocket which eventually upgraded into a backpack, and now is my Maxpedition Jumbo Versipack. I need many more things than a pocket or two on my pants can carry and putting everything into an easy bag with both a handle and shoulder strap makes it all the more easier. I went to my main doctor today to follow up from the hospital trips last week and the nurse wasn’t sure where their pulse oximeter was. Lo and behold I keep one with me at all times so she used it instead......
Source: onebadlung.com
Rigel kills asthma program after failed mid-stage trial
An experimental allergic asthma drug from Rigel Pharmaceuticals Inc. just struck out.
The inhaled drug, called R-343, failed to hit the main and secondary goals of a 276-patient Phase II clinical study, and South San Francisco's Rigel (NASDAQ: RIGL) said it would no longer target allergic asthma patients with the drug......
Source: bizjournals.com
Children with asthma, their parents need an action plan as school year opens
As the school year approaches, The American Lung Association hopes children with asthma and their parents are gearing up to play it smart when it comes to the condition that affects an estimated 7 million U.S. residents younger than 18. Children are 39 percent more likely than adults to have an asthma attack, according to the association, which issued the following tips:.....
Source: oregonlive.com
For years I’ve been carrying asthma-related things everywhere I go. At first it was an inhaler or two in a pocket which eventually upgraded into a backpack, and now is my Maxpedition Jumbo Versipack. I need many more things than a pocket or two on my pants can carry and putting everything into an easy bag with both a handle and shoulder strap makes it all the more easier. I went to my main doctor today to follow up from the hospital trips last week and the nurse wasn’t sure where their pulse oximeter was. Lo and behold I keep one with me at all times so she used it instead......
Source: onebadlung.com
Rigel kills asthma program after failed mid-stage trial
An experimental allergic asthma drug from Rigel Pharmaceuticals Inc. just struck out.
The inhaled drug, called R-343, failed to hit the main and secondary goals of a 276-patient Phase II clinical study, and South San Francisco's Rigel (NASDAQ: RIGL) said it would no longer target allergic asthma patients with the drug......
Source: bizjournals.com
Children with asthma, their parents need an action plan as school year opens
As the school year approaches, The American Lung Association hopes children with asthma and their parents are gearing up to play it smart when it comes to the condition that affects an estimated 7 million U.S. residents younger than 18. Children are 39 percent more likely than adults to have an asthma attack, according to the association, which issued the following tips:.....
Source: oregonlive.com
Monday, August 26, 2013
Preventative care key to managing asthma
Liz Olguin noticed that her 8-year-old son Grant would cough in colder weather, and when he exerted himself during a Caribbean cruise, he couldn’t catch his breath.
So Olguin took him to Dr. Juan C. Martinez, a pediatric pulmonologist, who diagnosed him with asthma......
Read more here: miamiherald.com
One in five of people with asthma are sensitive to aspirin
Many people with asthma may be unaware that they are at risk of a life-threatening reaction to aspirin.
Aspirin-induced asthma is a severe response to aspirin and other common painkillers. It is a serious matter, yet opinion is divided as to its prevalence. Researchers at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney, Australia, have looked at all the studies on the aspirin and asthma link and learned that 21 per cent of adults and five per cent of children are susceptible.....
Read more: tele-management.ca
Food allergies could trigger dangerous asthma attacks
Life-threatening asthma attacks in children could be triggered by food allergies, according to researchers who have identified a link between the two conditions.
Asthma is the most common chronic disorder found in children and adolescents. And more than 70% of people with asthma also suffer from allergies, creating significant health problems and complications......
Read more: tele-management.ca
Liz Olguin noticed that her 8-year-old son Grant would cough in colder weather, and when he exerted himself during a Caribbean cruise, he couldn’t catch his breath.
So Olguin took him to Dr. Juan C. Martinez, a pediatric pulmonologist, who diagnosed him with asthma......
Read more here: miamiherald.com
One in five of people with asthma are sensitive to aspirin
Many people with asthma may be unaware that they are at risk of a life-threatening reaction to aspirin.
Aspirin-induced asthma is a severe response to aspirin and other common painkillers. It is a serious matter, yet opinion is divided as to its prevalence. Researchers at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney, Australia, have looked at all the studies on the aspirin and asthma link and learned that 21 per cent of adults and five per cent of children are susceptible.....
Read more: tele-management.ca
Food allergies could trigger dangerous asthma attacks
Life-threatening asthma attacks in children could be triggered by food allergies, according to researchers who have identified a link between the two conditions.
Asthma is the most common chronic disorder found in children and adolescents. And more than 70% of people with asthma also suffer from allergies, creating significant health problems and complications......
Read more: tele-management.ca
Sunday, August 25, 2013
“Asthma Action Plan” for Kids/Dr. Fernando Urrego/Ochsner Children’s Health Center
Anne Cutler talks to Dr. Fernando Urrego about the importance of having an “Asthma Action Plan” for kids at school and at home to prevent classroom absences.....
Read more: wgno.com
Allergies, Asthma Show Links to ADHD: Study
Boys diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are more likely also to have asthma, allergies and skin infections than youngsters without ADHD, a new study finds, suggesting a possible link between these conditions.....
Source: drugs.com
Instant Relief for Asthma Delivered by a New Product Called Asthmamist
Many individuals fall prey to the many symptoms of asthma. And when they do attack, their life suddenly goes to a screeching halt. No extraneous activities, just a lot of rest and medications. And for some, it means hospital confinement. Finally, a product that can improve an asthmatic person’s life has come around......
Source: prweb.com
Anne Cutler talks to Dr. Fernando Urrego about the importance of having an “Asthma Action Plan” for kids at school and at home to prevent classroom absences.....
Read more: wgno.com
Allergies, Asthma Show Links to ADHD: Study
Boys diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are more likely also to have asthma, allergies and skin infections than youngsters without ADHD, a new study finds, suggesting a possible link between these conditions.....
Source: drugs.com
Instant Relief for Asthma Delivered by a New Product Called Asthmamist
Many individuals fall prey to the many symptoms of asthma. And when they do attack, their life suddenly goes to a screeching halt. No extraneous activities, just a lot of rest and medications. And for some, it means hospital confinement. Finally, a product that can improve an asthmatic person’s life has come around......
Source: prweb.com
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