Depression Surpasses Asthma as Top Disability Problem among U.S. and Canadian Teens

New data show an increasing contribution of mental and behavioral disorders to deterioration in the health-related quality of life among teens in the U.S. and Canada over the past two decades, and increases elsewhere around the globe.....

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Asthma and eczema: signs of the atopic march

Eczema is a term for several different types of skin swelling, including atopic dermatitis. It is not dangerous, but most types cause red, swollen and itchy skin. Atopic dermatitis is most common in babies and children.....

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Outdoor activity in cold weather a concern for those with asthma

This cold snap hasn't deterred a lot of people from keeping up with their outdoor exercise routine, but for those with asthma it's a particular concern.
The frigid weather can trigger an asthma attack for cold-weather athletes and people who like outdoor exercise.....

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