Graphene-based sensor could improve evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of asthma

Rutgers University-New Brunswick scientists have created a graphene-based sensor that could lead to earlier detection of looming asthma attacks and improve the management of asthma and other respiratory diseases, preventing hospitalizations and deaths.
The sensor paves the way for the development of devices - possibly resembling fitness trackers like the Fitbit - which people could wear and then know when and at what dosage to take their medication.....

Read more here: phys.org

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Supervising inhaler use may not improve asthma symptoms among school children

Supervising the use of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) in elementary school children with asthma may not improve asthma symptoms, prevent school absences or reduce health care use, according to new research presented at the ATS 2017 International Conference.
Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial of a comprehensive school-based asthma program among 361 children, most of whom were from Hispanic and low-income families, living in Tucson, Arizona. Of these children, 73 percent had asthma that was not well controlled when evaluated by a study physician, but only 36 percent reported taking an ICS to control their asthma.....

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Soon, a wearable device to monitor and manage asthma

American researchers have created a sensor that could lead to early detection of asthma attacks.
In a major step towards a Fitbit-like wearable device to monitor and manage asthma, researchers have created a graphene-based sensor that can detect inflammation in lungs.
The researchers believe that the sensor could lead to earlier detection of looming asthma attacks and improve the management of asthma and other respiratory diseases, preventing hospitalisation and death.....

Read more here: hindustantimes.com