Al Baraha hospital celebrates World Asthma Day – Khaleej Times

May 17, 2012

Al Baraha hospital celebrates World Asthma DayKhaleej TimesDUBAI — The Pediatrics Department in Al Baraha Hospital organized an open day in Al Mamzar Park in celebration of the World Asthma Day. The event included several recreational and educational events for families who have children with asthma symptoms.and more » View full post on asthma – Google [...]

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Rigel Advances Asthma Programs: Two Inhaled Drug Candidates Take Aim at Acute … – Sacramento Bee

May 17, 2012

Rigel Advances Asthma Programs: Two Inhaled Drug Candidates Take Aim at Acute …Sacramento BeeOne of these agents, R343, an inhaled SYK inhibitor, will be entering a Phase 2 clinical study later this summer in mild to moderate asthmatic patients. The other, R256, an inhaled IL13 signaling/JAK inhibitor, is potentially useful in controlling …Rigel moving asthma [...]

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Asthma rates at all-time high – WTVR

May 17, 2012

WTVR Asthma rates at all-time highWTVR(CNN) – The number of Americans suffering from asthma is at an all-time high. That's according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The government agency saw a significant jump in asthma patients from 2001 to 2010, with one out of … View full post on asthma – [...]

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Asthma a growing issue in Hawaii, doctors say – Hawaii News Now

May 17, 2012

Asthma a growing issue in Hawaii, doctors sayHawaii News NowMore >> 25000 adults and children in Hawaii suffer from asthma. The effects can be debilitating – causing trips to the ER and absenteeism at work and school. This month, doctors are advising people to get checked if they've had prolonged bouts of … View full [...]

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Asthma still claiming lives – Irish Medical Times

May 17, 2012

Irish Medical Times Asthma still claiming livesIrish Medical TimesLloyd Mudiwa reports that some 50 deaths every year are attributable to asthma and poor control is still a concern for 60 per cent of asthmatics. Asthma is tragically still claiming one life a week in the Republic, the Asthma Society of Ireland, … View full post [...]

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Allergist Available to Comment on Increased Asthma Rates – Newswise (press release)

May 17, 2012

Allergist Available to Comment on Increased Asthma RatesNewswise (press release)Newswise — One in 12 Americans have asthma – according to new figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released recently – the highest rate ever. “More than 18 million Americans have been diagnosed with asthma, but many people have … View full post [...]

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Number of Asthma Sufferers Sky-Rocket; Doctors are Puzzled – KSPR

May 17, 2012

Number of Asthma Sufferers Sky-Rocket; Doctors are PuzzledKSPR8% of the US population now has asthma, which is more than just an uncomfortable conditions. Doctors are concerned because it can be deadly. Asthma nationwide is at an all-time high. About 1 in 12 people in the US now have asthma, an increase of more … View [...]

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Boys Track: Aurora Christian’s Johnathan Harrell fighting asthma symptoms – Aurora Beacon News

May 17, 2012

Boys Track: Aurora Christian's Johnathan Harrell fighting asthma symptomsAurora Beacon NewsAn asthma attack left Harrell gasping for air, his arms almost flailing as he struggled to cross the finish line. He did, in 51.06 seconds. But he was caught by Ruff just before the finish, losing by .17 of a second. Disheartening, for sure, but [...]

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What’s causing my persistent cough? – Chicago Tribune

May 16, 2012

What's causing my persistent cough?Chicago TribuneA: The most common causes of a persistent cough in a non-smoker with clear lungs and a normal chest X-ray are post-nasal drip, occult asthma and acid reflux. I suspect your doctor asked you about related symptoms, such as nasal congestion, …and more » View full post on asthma – Google [...]

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Asthma Summit Highlights Regional Problems – Essential Public Radio

May 16, 2012

Asthma Summit Highlights Regional ProblemsEssential Public RadioPollution and high obesity rates help to make Pittsburgh fourth highest in the nation for asthma rates, according to experts at an asthma summit on the North Side on Wednesday. Pollution and high obesity rates help to make Pittsburgh fourth highest in … View full post on asthma – [...]

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