Losing Weight Key in Improving Asthma in Obese Patients
For obese asthmatics, an article in CHEST reported that weight loss could mitigate their symptoms, which investigators believed highlighted a need for doctors to simultaneously treat obesity and asthma.....
Read more here: hcplive.com
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New Strategies to Fight Pediatric Asthma
(HealthNewsDigest.com) - SACRAMENTO, Calif. - Low flu vaccination rates, medication compliance and limited access to primary care providers have contributed to the high pediatric asthma rates in California, say UC Davis pediatricians Ulfat Shaikh and Robert Byrd, who have published an extensive study describing the challenges faced by children with asthma in California.....
Read more here: healthnewsdigest.com
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Diet may stem asthma
INITIAL studies by Hunter researchers suggest that a high-fibre diet can lead to fewer asthma-like symptoms in pregnant women and their babies.
The study involved data from pregnant women who completed a 24-hour food questionnaire, which highlighted a correlation between dietary fibre intake and acetate levels in their blood.....
Read more here: theherald.com.au
Saturday, June 27, 2015
Friday, June 26, 2015
Peanut allergy underdiagnosed in kids with asthma
Many children with asthma have a documented history of peanut allergy or immunoglobulin E blood test results indicating peanut sensitivity but remain unaware of their status, according to study findings presented at the American Thoracic Society 2015 conference.....
Read more here: clinicaladvisor.com
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Aerobic exercise seems to curb asthma severity and improves quality of life
Aerobic exercise seems to curb the severity of asthma symptoms and improves quality of life, finds a small study published online in the BMJ journal Thorax.
It should be routinely added to the drug treatment of moderate to severe asthma, suggest the researchers, who point out that people with asthma often avoid exercise for fear of triggering symptoms.....
Read more here: timesofmalta.com
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Asthma Camp gives authentic outdoor experience
Having asthma has not stopped Anthony Vaughn, an 8-year-old camper at the Texas Asthma Camp, from spending the week running, exercising and swimming at the lake at Camp Tyler.
“They taught me how long I should wait until I exercise, when I should take my inhaler,” Vaughn said. “They taught me stuff that I can do".....
Read more here: tylerpaper.com
Many children with asthma have a documented history of peanut allergy or immunoglobulin E blood test results indicating peanut sensitivity but remain unaware of their status, according to study findings presented at the American Thoracic Society 2015 conference.....
Read more here: clinicaladvisor.com
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Aerobic exercise seems to curb asthma severity and improves quality of life
Aerobic exercise seems to curb the severity of asthma symptoms and improves quality of life, finds a small study published online in the BMJ journal Thorax.
It should be routinely added to the drug treatment of moderate to severe asthma, suggest the researchers, who point out that people with asthma often avoid exercise for fear of triggering symptoms.....
Read more here: timesofmalta.com
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Asthma Camp gives authentic outdoor experience
Having asthma has not stopped Anthony Vaughn, an 8-year-old camper at the Texas Asthma Camp, from spending the week running, exercising and swimming at the lake at Camp Tyler.
“They taught me how long I should wait until I exercise, when I should take my inhaler,” Vaughn said. “They taught me stuff that I can do".....
Read more here: tylerpaper.com
Thursday, June 25, 2015
Safe Tips For Allergy, Asthma Sufferers in the Heat
Dr. A.M. Aminian from the Allergy Institute stopped by KSEE Sunrise with some tips on how to beat the heat for people with and without asthma.
Take It Easy...
On really hot days even regular activity can feel strenuous and cause asthma symptoms. If possible, schedule outdoor activities in the early morning or late evening. Stay inside where it's cool as much as possible. When at home or in the car keep windows closed and the air conditioning on. So, go see a movie, or visit the library and stay cool.....
Read more here: yourcentralvalley.com
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Missouri Medicaid to Support Asthma Care at Home
TaNisha Webb points out a leak in the furnace room of an apartment in Kansas City, Mo. She explains the damp conditions are not ideal, especially right next to the system that circulates air throughout the home.....
Read more here: kbia.org
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High pollen counts prove problematic for patients with asthma
Rise of allergy-triggered asthma prompts need for DOs to educate patients about ways to treat this chronic condition.
Seasonal allergy sufferers are likely to keep reaching for those tissues, thanks to global warming causing longer allergy seasons and the highest tree pollen counts in Midwest history. With the added risk of allergy-triggered asthma attacks, more education is needed for patients about when to seek immediate medical attention.....
Read more here: thedo.osteopathic.org
Dr. A.M. Aminian from the Allergy Institute stopped by KSEE Sunrise with some tips on how to beat the heat for people with and without asthma.
Take It Easy...
On really hot days even regular activity can feel strenuous and cause asthma symptoms. If possible, schedule outdoor activities in the early morning or late evening. Stay inside where it's cool as much as possible. When at home or in the car keep windows closed and the air conditioning on. So, go see a movie, or visit the library and stay cool.....
Read more here: yourcentralvalley.com
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Missouri Medicaid to Support Asthma Care at Home
TaNisha Webb points out a leak in the furnace room of an apartment in Kansas City, Mo. She explains the damp conditions are not ideal, especially right next to the system that circulates air throughout the home.....
Read more here: kbia.org
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High pollen counts prove problematic for patients with asthma
Rise of allergy-triggered asthma prompts need for DOs to educate patients about ways to treat this chronic condition.
Seasonal allergy sufferers are likely to keep reaching for those tissues, thanks to global warming causing longer allergy seasons and the highest tree pollen counts in Midwest history. With the added risk of allergy-triggered asthma attacks, more education is needed for patients about when to seek immediate medical attention.....
Read more here: thedo.osteopathic.org
Wednesday, June 24, 2015
ASTHMA AND ALLERGY RESEARCHERS’ APPEAL TO PARTICIPANTS OF GROUND BREAKING STUDY
Were you born on the Isle of Wight between January 1989 and February 1990? If so, you are probably part of the David Hide Asthma and Allergy Centre’s internationally renowned research study, and they are calling on you to get in touch to continue their ground-breaking research.....
Read more here: islandecho.co.uk
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Australia’s deficiency in selenium the cause of a higher rate of asthma and skin cancer
When it comes to human papilloma virus or HPV, or any virus problem for that matter, it is crucial that you are getting adequate amounts of selenium in your diet or using a supplement.
Glutathione requires selenium for its production. It is the granddaddy of all antioxidants. Every single condition we associate with aging has been linked to lowered glutathione levels.....
Read more here: beforeitsnews.com
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3 Remedies That Eliminate Asthma And Supercharge The Respiratory System Without Any Medication
Asthma is a disease that can only be described as terrifying. It’s almost like drowning on dry land. No matter how much you try to inhale air, you are only met with the sound of your own scratchy, panicked, deafening gasps for oxygen.....
Read more here: healthy-holistic-living.com
Were you born on the Isle of Wight between January 1989 and February 1990? If so, you are probably part of the David Hide Asthma and Allergy Centre’s internationally renowned research study, and they are calling on you to get in touch to continue their ground-breaking research.....
Read more here: islandecho.co.uk
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Australia’s deficiency in selenium the cause of a higher rate of asthma and skin cancer
When it comes to human papilloma virus or HPV, or any virus problem for that matter, it is crucial that you are getting adequate amounts of selenium in your diet or using a supplement.
Glutathione requires selenium for its production. It is the granddaddy of all antioxidants. Every single condition we associate with aging has been linked to lowered glutathione levels.....
Read more here: beforeitsnews.com
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3 Remedies That Eliminate Asthma And Supercharge The Respiratory System Without Any Medication
Asthma is a disease that can only be described as terrifying. It’s almost like drowning on dry land. No matter how much you try to inhale air, you are only met with the sound of your own scratchy, panicked, deafening gasps for oxygen.....
Read more here: healthy-holistic-living.com
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Novel Asthma App Helps Patients Control Disease Symptoms
The expression “There’s an app for that” continues to prove time and again how substantial an impact mobile technology can have on our daily lives — including those who suffer from diseases such as asthma. A recent article published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) describes the case of a male patient 42 years of age suffering from asthma who used an app that sends an alert to an allergist’s office in the event that his symptoms become out of control. Through the use of the Asthma Ally app, the patient managed to seamlessly connect with his allergist’s office, helping him through a difficult exacerbation.....
Read more here: lungdiseasenews.com
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Managing asthma and allergies with Sharp
Asthma is such a common disease that you probably know someone who had it as a child or still has it as an adult. In the Philippines, three out of 10 children and one out of 10 adults suffer from asthma. Asthma episodes may vary among kids – some outgrow it, while some retain it to adulthood. There are even those whose asthma symptoms become dormant and then reappear later in life. While most parents would think that their children will outgrow their asthma, it is always better not to take chances.....
Read more here: manilastandardtoday.com
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Asthma in Children and How Chiropractic Can Help
Seeing your child endure asthma is heartbreaking. However, you can take comfort in knowing your child isn’t alone. Asthma is one of the most common illnesses among children. The American Lung Association reports that asthma is the third leading cause of child hospitalization. It’s also one of the primary reasons for school absenteeism.....
Read more here: southlakechiropracticdoctors.com
The expression “There’s an app for that” continues to prove time and again how substantial an impact mobile technology can have on our daily lives — including those who suffer from diseases such as asthma. A recent article published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology by the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) describes the case of a male patient 42 years of age suffering from asthma who used an app that sends an alert to an allergist’s office in the event that his symptoms become out of control. Through the use of the Asthma Ally app, the patient managed to seamlessly connect with his allergist’s office, helping him through a difficult exacerbation.....
Read more here: lungdiseasenews.com
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Managing asthma and allergies with Sharp
Asthma is such a common disease that you probably know someone who had it as a child or still has it as an adult. In the Philippines, three out of 10 children and one out of 10 adults suffer from asthma. Asthma episodes may vary among kids – some outgrow it, while some retain it to adulthood. There are even those whose asthma symptoms become dormant and then reappear later in life. While most parents would think that their children will outgrow their asthma, it is always better not to take chances.....
Read more here: manilastandardtoday.com
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Asthma in Children and How Chiropractic Can Help
Seeing your child endure asthma is heartbreaking. However, you can take comfort in knowing your child isn’t alone. Asthma is one of the most common illnesses among children. The American Lung Association reports that asthma is the third leading cause of child hospitalization. It’s also one of the primary reasons for school absenteeism.....
Read more here: southlakechiropracticdoctors.com
Monday, June 22, 2015
As childhood asthma rates grow, Chattanooga doctors look for new answers
Toya Morris still remembers the sounds her toddler made the first time air stopped reaching his lungs. She heard the wheezing in his chest, and watched him struggle to cry. He couldn't utter a word.
"I had to just rush him to the hospital because I did not know what was going on," said Morris.....
Read more here: timesfreepress.com
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5 myths and truths about allergies and asthma
Cans pets worsen allergy symptoms?
Myth: Some dog breeds, such as Chihuahuas, are better for people with asthma and allergies.
Reality: It's the protein in the pet's saliva, dander, and urine that causes allergies in some individuals, not the hair. Since all dogs have dander, saliva, and urine, there are no particular breeds that are better for people with asthma and allergies.....
Read more here: besthealthmag.ca
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Asthma, allergies and the hope of immunotherapy
When Lori Feeney’s seven-year-old daughter, Allison, suffered a minor asthma attack while playing soccer, the mother knew her attempts at managing her daughter’s seasonal allergies weren’t working.
In fact, she didn’t even know her daughter had asthma.....
Read more here: star2.com
Toya Morris still remembers the sounds her toddler made the first time air stopped reaching his lungs. She heard the wheezing in his chest, and watched him struggle to cry. He couldn't utter a word.
"I had to just rush him to the hospital because I did not know what was going on," said Morris.....
Read more here: timesfreepress.com
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5 myths and truths about allergies and asthma
Cans pets worsen allergy symptoms?
Myth: Some dog breeds, such as Chihuahuas, are better for people with asthma and allergies.
Reality: It's the protein in the pet's saliva, dander, and urine that causes allergies in some individuals, not the hair. Since all dogs have dander, saliva, and urine, there are no particular breeds that are better for people with asthma and allergies.....
Read more here: besthealthmag.ca
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Asthma, allergies and the hope of immunotherapy
When Lori Feeney’s seven-year-old daughter, Allison, suffered a minor asthma attack while playing soccer, the mother knew her attempts at managing her daughter’s seasonal allergies weren’t working.
In fact, she didn’t even know her daughter had asthma.....
Read more here: star2.com
Sunday, June 21, 2015
No more asthma as Cullompton grandmother sheds eight stone
A CULLOMPTON grandmother who suffered with asthma is now able to run and play with her grandchildren after shedding a massive eight stone in just under two years.
Rita Palfrey, 57, started her weight loss journey in August 2013. Setting her own target to lose the weight, Rita joined Slimming World in Cullompton before transferring to a group in Tiverton the following year.....
Read more here: middevongazette.co.uk
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Australian scientists believe high-fiber diet combats asthma
Australian researchers specializing in respiratory illnesses are investigating a theory that a high- fiber diet can help asthma sufferers.They believe such a diet can reduce airway inflammation in people with the disease, which causes sufferers periods where they can barely breathe.....
Read more here: globaltimes.cn
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Inappropriate prescribing putting asthma patients’ lives at risk, warns charity
Healthcare professionals are being urged to recall patients who have been prescribed long-acting reliever inhalers alone without a steroid preventer.
Thousands of patients with asthma in the UK are not being prescribed the right medication to keep their condition under control, finds an audit[1] of GP practice records by the charity body Asthma UK......
Read more here: pharmaceutical-journal.com
A CULLOMPTON grandmother who suffered with asthma is now able to run and play with her grandchildren after shedding a massive eight stone in just under two years.
Rita Palfrey, 57, started her weight loss journey in August 2013. Setting her own target to lose the weight, Rita joined Slimming World in Cullompton before transferring to a group in Tiverton the following year.....
Read more here: middevongazette.co.uk
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Australian scientists believe high-fiber diet combats asthma
Australian researchers specializing in respiratory illnesses are investigating a theory that a high- fiber diet can help asthma sufferers.They believe such a diet can reduce airway inflammation in people with the disease, which causes sufferers periods where they can barely breathe.....
Read more here: globaltimes.cn
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Inappropriate prescribing putting asthma patients’ lives at risk, warns charity
Healthcare professionals are being urged to recall patients who have been prescribed long-acting reliever inhalers alone without a steroid preventer.
Thousands of patients with asthma in the UK are not being prescribed the right medication to keep their condition under control, finds an audit[1] of GP practice records by the charity body Asthma UK......
Read more here: pharmaceutical-journal.com
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