Providers often prescribe antibiotics during asthma-related ambulatory care visits – Pediatric SuperSite

Providers often prescribe antibiotics during asthma-related ambulatory care visits
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Sixteen percent of asthma-related office and emergency department visits from 1998 to 2007 resulted in the prescription of an antibiotic, despite the fact that these visits did not have an ICD-9 code that would justify the use of an antibiotic,

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Use of Acetaminophen during Pregnancy May Increased Child Risk for Asthma – AccentedTouch


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Use of Acetaminophen during Pregnancy May Increased Child Risk for Asthma
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A new Study found out that by taking painkiller acetaminophen during the pregnancy period may increase the risk of asthma in children. Paracetamol or the acetaminophen is widely used over-the-counter medication for pain and fever reducer, commonly used

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Using popular pain reliever during pregnancy may increase child asthma risk – The Virtual Medical Centre


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Using popular pain reliever during pregnancy may increase child asthma risk
The Virtual Medical Centre
Results demonstrated that paracetamol used at any stage of pregnancy was associated with a subsequent 21% increased risk of asthma in children between 2.5 and 7 years old. Although there is currently not enough evidence to recommend the avoidance of
Paracetamol in pregnancy linked to asthmaNursing Times

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Nationwide Program Launches Free Screenings During National Asthma Awareness Month – Newswise (press release)

Nationwide Program Launches Free Screenings During National Asthma Awareness Month
Newswise (press release)
Newswise — ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., April 1, 2011 – The nation's allergists help adults and children learn if they are at risk for asthma or exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) as the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)
Health Tip: Can't Catch Your Breath During a Workout?U.S. News & World Report

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Ladybug Steam Cleaners Help Manage Asthma During Spring Cleaning – Online PR News (press release)

Ladybug Steam Cleaners Help Manage Asthma During Spring Cleaning
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But if you are one of the millions of people worldwide who suffers from asthma, spring cleaning can trigger your condition. More than 300 million people worldwide now suffer from asthma and cleaning sprays, chlorine bleach and chemical disinfectants

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Nationwide Program Launches Free Screenings During National Asthma Awareness Month – Medical News Today (press release)

Nationwide Program Launches Free Screenings During National Asthma Awareness Month
Medical News Today (press release)
The nation's allergists help adults and children learn if they are at risk for asthma or exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB) as the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) conducts its 15th annual Nationwide Asthma Screening

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Iron During Pregnancy May Lower Asthma Risks for Baby – EmpowHer


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Iron During Pregnancy May Lower Asthma Risks for Baby
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That was the conclusion of a new study published recently in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology which is the scientific journal of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). Elizabeth Triche, PhD was the lead author of the
Iron deficiency during pregnancy increases risk of breathing problems in childrenPrivate MD

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