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April 30, 2012

Many in UAE don’t know how to deal with asthma attacks – gulfnews.com

Many in UAE don't know how to deal with asthma attacks
gulfnews.com
By Mahmood Saberi, Senior Reporter Dubai: Doctors have warned that asthma attacks are increasing every year and many parents and adults are unaware of how to handle an allergic episode. As the UAE marks World Asthma Day on Tuesday, doctors say there …
Sandstorms blamed for spate of asthma casesThe National
Health experts want asthma sufferers to be better informed7DAYS
First asthma prevalence study results announcedAME Info
Zawya (registration) (press release)
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April 22, 2012

Asthma attacks can be tamed with meds – Pueblo Chieftain

Asthma attacks can be tamed with meds
Pueblo Chieftain
A: Asthma is a chronic (long-term) lung disease that inflames and narrows the breathing passages in lungs. It is a common problem affecting more than 22 million people in the US It can affect people of all ages, but often begins during childhood.

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April 11, 2012

Springtime allergies can trigger asthma attacks in children – WRAL.com

WRAL.com

Springtime allergies can trigger asthma attacks in children
WRAL.com
For children with allergies who also suffer from asthma, the spring season can be life-threatening. But with the right medications and proper medical monitoring, children can stay on playgrounds with their friends without inviting an asthma attack.

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April 5, 2012

Zhang may miss London Games due to asthma attacks – China Daily

China Daily

Zhang may miss London Games due to asthma attacks
China Daily
SHAOXING, China – Chinese swimmer Zhang Lin's disappointing result at the national championships is probably caused by an asthma attack, said his coach Chen Yinghong on Wednesday. The 25-year-old Zhang, winner of the men's 800m freestyle at 2009 Rome …

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March 8, 2012

Allergies can set off asthma attacks – Santa Fe New Mexican.com

Allergies can set off asthma attacks
Santa Fe New Mexican.com
Allergic reaction to pollen can be down right dangerous for children and adults prone to asthma, said James H. Sussman, president of the New Mexico Allergy Society. "We see many people who have allergies who don't realize they also have asthma," said …

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March 6, 2012

Op to heat up your lungs relieves asthma attacks – Daily Mail

Daily Mail

Op to heat up your lungs relieves asthma attacks
Daily Mail
By Oona Mashta More than five million people in the UK suffer from asthma. Father-of-three Michael Keenan, 49, from Glasgow, a manager for the Ministry of Defence, had a pioneering procedure that has just been approved for NHS patients, …

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February 29, 2012

Strong asthma attacks linked to allergies – WLBZ-TV

WLBZ-TV

Strong asthma attacks linked to allergies
WLBZ-TV
DALLAS, Texas (KXAS) – Deadly asthma attacks are something to be aware of, even if you think you're only an allergy sufferer, especially this year. Unfortunately, right now is that perfect combination of the end of winter cold season and the beginning …

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February 28, 2012

Strong asthma attacks linked to allergies – WCSH-TV

WCSH-TV

Strong asthma attacks linked to allergies
WCSH-TV
DALLAS, Texas (KXAS) – Deadly asthma attacks are something to be aware of, even if you think you're only an allergy sufferer, especially this year. Unfortunately, right now is that perfect combination of the end of winter cold season and the beginning …

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February 24, 2012

Asthma Attacks Strike in Seasonal Turn – NBC San Diego

Asthma Attacks Strike in Seasonal Turn
NBC San Diego
By Brandi Powell Right now is the perfect storm for some people living with asthma. Sharp Allergist/Immunologist Bryn Salt spoke with NBC 7's Brandi Powell about why this time of year is especially difficult for allergy sufferers.

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February 7, 2012

Goal of treatment for asthma is for patient to have no attacks – Reading Eagle

Goal of treatment for asthma is for patient to have no attacks
Reading Eagle
Asthma is an inflammatory disease of the air passages in the lung. Many times this inflammation is due to an allergy. Most people believe that asthma is a disease defined by short-term, acute attacks. Think of an asthmatic: a picture of a person who is …

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