Ask the Doctors: Proximity to freeway has tie to asthma in kids

Dear Doctor: We live near a freeway with a lot of traffic. Do I need to be worried about my kids developing asthma?
Dear Reader: This is a valid question. Cars release a number of small particles into the air that can irritate the lungs. This particulate matter, in addition to nitric oxide and black carbon, has been associated with asthma. Children are more vulnerable to the effects of pollution because their lungs and immune system are still developing.....

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Cured meats can worsen asthma symptoms

According to a recent study, individuals with asthma who consume relatively high amounts of cured meats, such as ham, sausage, and salami, are more likely to experience worsening symptoms.
Cured meats are the latest dietary pariah - and for good reason. Over recent years, studies have racked up a fearsome list of their deleterious effects on health and longevity.
In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared them carcinogenic.....

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Indoor Smoking Bans Helping Children Breathe Easier: Fewer Asthma-Related ER Visits In Kids Reported

A research from the University of Chicago Medicine states that the indoor ban on smoking has remarkably reduced the number of emergency room visits by children for complaints related to asthma.
Asthma In Children
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases that affects children. It is an inflammatory disorder that results in the obstruction of the bronchial tube, the passage that allows air to enter and leave the lungs. Asthma can be caused by air pollutants and irritants, allergens, and even vigorious exercise in cold air.....

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