Antibiotics in fetal and early life and subsequent childhood asthma: nationwide population based study with sibling analysis
Abstract
Objective To investigate the association between exposure to antibiotics in fetal and early life and asthma in childhood, with adjustment for confounding factors.....
Read more here: bmj.com
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Drying washing indoors dangerous for asthma sufferers, warns Manchester professor
Drying wet washing inside the house can pose a serious health risk to people with weakened immune systems, a Manchester professor has warned.
Putting clothes on drying frames or warm radiators raises moisture levels by up to 30 per cent - creating ideal conditions or mould spores to flourish.....
Read more here: manchestereveningnews.co.uk
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7 Tips to Overcome Asthma When You Exercise
Find ways to control symptoms in colder months
If you’re an athlete with asthma, you don’t have to hold back. With proper medication and conditioning, you can participate fully in sports. But in colder months, you should take some special precautions because cold dry air can trigger asthma attacks.....
Read more here: health.clevelandclinic.org
Saturday, November 29, 2014
Friday, November 28, 2014
EPA proposes lower ozone standard to curtail asthma, other ailments
WASHINGTON The Obama administration proposed Wednesday to tighten the allowable limit of ozone in the air, a bid to curtail the rising problem of asthma and other respiratory ailments but one that faces strong opposition from industry groups and Republicans on Capitol Hill.....
Read more here: charlotteobserver.com
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HEALTH: Asthma care in the West Midlands is a 'life or death gamble'
ALMOST 80 per cent of people who suffer from asthma in the West Midlands don't receive adequate care measures according to statistics.
The figures, released yesterday, highlighted a 'shocking variation' in the standard of care that people received for their condition.....
Read more here: burtonmail.co.uk
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Udupi: Indiscriminate consumption of steroid for asthma endangers woman's life
Udupi, Nov 27: Fifty-four-year old school teacher Leena Anitha is today struggling for her life after falling prey to steroids and anti-asthmatic drugs because she made the mistake of resorting to self-medication. She has been suffering from asthma since her childhood.....
Read more here: daijiworld.com
WASHINGTON The Obama administration proposed Wednesday to tighten the allowable limit of ozone in the air, a bid to curtail the rising problem of asthma and other respiratory ailments but one that faces strong opposition from industry groups and Republicans on Capitol Hill.....
Read more here: charlotteobserver.com
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HEALTH: Asthma care in the West Midlands is a 'life or death gamble'
ALMOST 80 per cent of people who suffer from asthma in the West Midlands don't receive adequate care measures according to statistics.
The figures, released yesterday, highlighted a 'shocking variation' in the standard of care that people received for their condition.....
Read more here: burtonmail.co.uk
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Udupi: Indiscriminate consumption of steroid for asthma endangers woman's life
Udupi, Nov 27: Fifty-four-year old school teacher Leena Anitha is today struggling for her life after falling prey to steroids and anti-asthmatic drugs because she made the mistake of resorting to self-medication. She has been suffering from asthma since her childhood.....
Read more here: daijiworld.com
Thursday, November 27, 2014
Link between paracetamol and asthma 'overstated'
Scientists have found that a suggested link between early exposure to paracetamol and an increased risk of developing asthma in childhood may be ‘overstated'.
Previous research has suggested that the use of this common painkiller during pregnancy and/or a child's early years may increase the risk of that child developing asthma, so Australian scientists decided to investigate further.....
Read more here: irishhealth.com
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What resources can help me manage my child's asthma?
Today’s guest blogger is Tyra Bryant-Stephens, MD, Director and Founder of The Community Asthma Prevention Program at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
It’s easy to feel alone when your child has asthma. Long nights in the emergency room and seemingly uncontrollable symptoms can cause stress on a family.....
Read more here: philly.com
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Washington Project Seeks to Reduce Asthma Attacks in Latino Children
A University of Washington School of Public Health center has launched a five-year project to reduce the exposure of children in agricultural settings to substances that trigger asthma.....
Read more here: aspph.org
Scientists have found that a suggested link between early exposure to paracetamol and an increased risk of developing asthma in childhood may be ‘overstated'.
Previous research has suggested that the use of this common painkiller during pregnancy and/or a child's early years may increase the risk of that child developing asthma, so Australian scientists decided to investigate further.....
Read more here: irishhealth.com
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What resources can help me manage my child's asthma?
Today’s guest blogger is Tyra Bryant-Stephens, MD, Director and Founder of The Community Asthma Prevention Program at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
It’s easy to feel alone when your child has asthma. Long nights in the emergency room and seemingly uncontrollable symptoms can cause stress on a family.....
Read more here: philly.com
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Washington Project Seeks to Reduce Asthma Attacks in Latino Children
A University of Washington School of Public Health center has launched a five-year project to reduce the exposure of children in agricultural settings to substances that trigger asthma.....
Read more here: aspph.org
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
TV doctor Hilary Jones at Gateshead College to talk about link between asthma and allergies
Popular television doctor Hilary Jones was in Tyneside to educate pupils of the link between asthma and allergies.
Dr Hilary, who is the medical expert on ITV’s Good Morning Britain, was at Emmanuel College in Gateshead to talk to 200 Year 8 pupils.....
Read more here: chroniclelive.co.uk
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'Recurrent cough and cold in children are signs of asthma'
Children with recurrent cough, cold and wheeze should visit their physician as these are clear symptoms that the child may be suffering from asthma, a medical expert said here Tuesday.....
Read more here: newkerala.com
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Internet of Things Helps Asthma Patients Breathe Easily
Medical device company Aerocrine, which specializes in devices that help physicians diagnose and monitor asthma, is using new IoT-focused services from Microsoft Azure Cloud Services to reduce device downtime and help its sales and customer support teams better service hospitals and clinics.....
Read more here: cio.com
Popular television doctor Hilary Jones was in Tyneside to educate pupils of the link between asthma and allergies.
Dr Hilary, who is the medical expert on ITV’s Good Morning Britain, was at Emmanuel College in Gateshead to talk to 200 Year 8 pupils.....
Read more here: chroniclelive.co.uk
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'Recurrent cough and cold in children are signs of asthma'
Children with recurrent cough, cold and wheeze should visit their physician as these are clear symptoms that the child may be suffering from asthma, a medical expert said here Tuesday.....
Read more here: newkerala.com
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Internet of Things Helps Asthma Patients Breathe Easily
Medical device company Aerocrine, which specializes in devices that help physicians diagnose and monitor asthma, is using new IoT-focused services from Microsoft Azure Cloud Services to reduce device downtime and help its sales and customer support teams better service hospitals and clinics.....
Read more here: cio.com
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
Asthma, COPD linked to bowel disease
People with diseases of their airways, such as asthma, are more likely to have an inflammatory bowel disease, a new study has found.
This marks the first population-based study to investigate the link between diseases of the airways and the incidence of bowel diseases.....
Read more here: irishhealth.com
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Charity raises money to help asthma and allergy research
A charity, founded by a mother who lost her son to an anaphylactic reaction, has raised money to help asthma and allergy research at BSMS.
Emma Wileman, from Haydn’s Wish, presented a cheque for £10,000 to Prof Somnath Mukhopadhyay, Chair of Paediatrics at BSMS.....
Read more here: bsms.ac.uk
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Asthma sufferers told to wrap up warm as sudden chill sees patient numbers DOUBLE
Hospitals in Delhi have witnessed a rise in cases of respiratory diseases, and other ailments associated with the change of weather.
Doctors warn that the next few days will be a tough time for people with respiratory problems as the mercury level is likely to remain low.....
Read more here: dailymail.co.uk
People with diseases of their airways, such as asthma, are more likely to have an inflammatory bowel disease, a new study has found.
This marks the first population-based study to investigate the link between diseases of the airways and the incidence of bowel diseases.....
Read more here: irishhealth.com
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Charity raises money to help asthma and allergy research
A charity, founded by a mother who lost her son to an anaphylactic reaction, has raised money to help asthma and allergy research at BSMS.
Emma Wileman, from Haydn’s Wish, presented a cheque for £10,000 to Prof Somnath Mukhopadhyay, Chair of Paediatrics at BSMS.....
Read more here: bsms.ac.uk
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Asthma sufferers told to wrap up warm as sudden chill sees patient numbers DOUBLE
Hospitals in Delhi have witnessed a rise in cases of respiratory diseases, and other ailments associated with the change of weather.
Doctors warn that the next few days will be a tough time for people with respiratory problems as the mercury level is likely to remain low.....
Read more here: dailymail.co.uk
Monday, November 24, 2014
Seven million asthma patients in Pakistan
Chest specialists have observed that Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is caused by smoking and environmental pollution, which is increasing in Pakistan against the declining trend in the world.
The COPD is considered 4th largest killer disease in the world, which will become 3rd largest killer disease by 2020.....
Read more here: thenews.com.pk
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Health alert issued for blowing dust
People with respiratory issues should limit outdoor activity
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A health alert was issued for blowing dust until 6 p.m. Sunday.
Authorities with the Environmental Health Department said the alert was issued for people with respiratory conditions.
Officials said high winds could cause higher levels of particulate matter.
Those who are sensitive to blowing dust, including those with asthma, chronic bronchitis or other respiratory and heart diseases, should limit outdoor activity.....
Read more here: koat.com
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Qatar Diabetes Association and Asthma Qatar Network sign a friendship agreement
Qatar Diabetes Association and Asthma Qatar Network today signed a friendship agreement that gives each party many advantages in the initiatives they launch, including media publications, website content and events organized by both organizations. This initiative will raise awareness in the society and will give individuals the access to medical consultancy and health advices provided by specialists.....
Read more here: zawya.com
Chest specialists have observed that Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is caused by smoking and environmental pollution, which is increasing in Pakistan against the declining trend in the world.
The COPD is considered 4th largest killer disease in the world, which will become 3rd largest killer disease by 2020.....
Read more here: thenews.com.pk
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Health alert issued for blowing dust
People with respiratory issues should limit outdoor activity
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. —A health alert was issued for blowing dust until 6 p.m. Sunday.
Authorities with the Environmental Health Department said the alert was issued for people with respiratory conditions.
Officials said high winds could cause higher levels of particulate matter.
Those who are sensitive to blowing dust, including those with asthma, chronic bronchitis or other respiratory and heart diseases, should limit outdoor activity.....
Read more here: koat.com
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Qatar Diabetes Association and Asthma Qatar Network sign a friendship agreement
Qatar Diabetes Association and Asthma Qatar Network today signed a friendship agreement that gives each party many advantages in the initiatives they launch, including media publications, website content and events organized by both organizations. This initiative will raise awareness in the society and will give individuals the access to medical consultancy and health advices provided by specialists.....
Read more here: zawya.com
Sunday, November 23, 2014
12 Natural Remedies for Asthma
The Causes Of Asthma
The real cause of asthma is not known. It is believed that heredity has a great role in the expression of asthma in people. Allergies also are an important reason for the asthma. Some of the major triggers for asthma attack are.....
Read more here: knowwithus.com
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Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Neurological Diseases; Also Raises Risk of Asthma Attacks, and More
If there ever was a Top Nutrient competition, vitamin D just might nab the title. It affects your DNA through vitamin D receptors (VDRs) that bind to specific locations on the human genome.
So far, scientists have identified nearly 3,000 genes that are influenced by vitamin D status, and a robust and growing body of research clearly shows that vitamin D is critical for optimal health and disease prevention.....
Read more here: prohealth.com
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Massachusetts receives $1.75M for asthma programs
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has received more than $1.75 million to fund new asthma-related programs in high-risk communities with documented health disparities.
Attorney General Martha Coakley said the funding is aimed at helping thousands of children and older adults with asthma.....
Read more here: sunherald.com
The Causes Of Asthma
The real cause of asthma is not known. It is believed that heredity has a great role in the expression of asthma in people. Allergies also are an important reason for the asthma. Some of the major triggers for asthma attack are.....
Read more here: knowwithus.com
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Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Neurological Diseases; Also Raises Risk of Asthma Attacks, and More
If there ever was a Top Nutrient competition, vitamin D just might nab the title. It affects your DNA through vitamin D receptors (VDRs) that bind to specific locations on the human genome.
So far, scientists have identified nearly 3,000 genes that are influenced by vitamin D status, and a robust and growing body of research clearly shows that vitamin D is critical for optimal health and disease prevention.....
Read more here: prohealth.com
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Massachusetts receives $1.75M for asthma programs
BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has received more than $1.75 million to fund new asthma-related programs in high-risk communities with documented health disparities.
Attorney General Martha Coakley said the funding is aimed at helping thousands of children and older adults with asthma.....
Read more here: sunherald.com
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