Heartburn drugs for pregnant mothers linked to baby asthma

Mothers who take heartburn medication during pregnancy may be putting their babies at a greater risk of developing asthma, new research has found.
Analysis of 1.3 million children revealed those whose mothers were prescribed drugs to deal with acid reflux in pregnancy were more likely to be treated for asthma in childhood.
The condition is very common in expectant mothers because of hormonal changes and pressure on the stomach from the developing foetus.....

Read more here: telegraph.co.uk

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Does ‘thunderstorm asthma’ happen in Queensland?

Question: Does ‘thunderstorm asthma’ happen in Queensland, and what are the best ways to stay safe from this?
Answer by Carolyn Clementson, Professional Services Pharmacist at the Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse
Thunderstorm asthma occurs rarely, and the first known incident of thunderstorm asthma occurred in 1987 in Melbourne. Another Australian event has been recorded in Wagga Wagga and overseas, events have been recorded in London.
Thunderstorm asthma could occur in Queensland although it is less likely than for our southern counterparts.....

Read more here: goldcoast.brisbanetimes.com.au

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Breathe Easier: How To Make Your Home More Asthma & Allergy Safe

There are a lot of places in your home where dust, mold and other hidden allergens can get trapped and trigger allergic reactions and asthma attacks. Whether you yourself have asthma or you live with someone who does, here are nine things to do so you can breathe easier (...literally!).....

Read more here: apartmenttherapy.com