Living a Life Without Limits Through Mediaplanet’s Allergies and Asthma Campaign

One in five Americans suffer from at least one type of allergy while 24 million Americans report having asthma. With warmer weather hitting a majority of the country, Mediaplanet is proud to announce the launch of its sixth edition of "Allergies and Asthma," a guide for sufferers and their loved ones on how to determine triggers, manage symptoms and enjoy springtime.....

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FDA approves Breo Ellipta for adults with asthma

The FDA on Thursday approved Breo Ellipta for the once-daily treatment of asthma in adults, according to a company press release.
Breo Ellipta (fluticasone furoate/vilanterol; GlaxoSmithKline, Theravance) is a fixed-dose combination drug administered using the Ellipta dry powder inhaler. The inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist is indicated at two strengths, 100 µg/25 µg and 200 µg/25 µg, for patients aged 18 years and older.....

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Smart inhalers may help find asthma hotpsots

A high-tech medical study that used "smart" emergency inhalers to identify possible asthma hot spots in Louisville is moving into a second phase after showing it helped patients better control their illness while exploring ties to local air quality.....

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