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Asthma is increased by traffic pollution and wood smoke
Examiner.com The American Lung Association writes that asthma is a reversible obstructive lung disease, which is caused by increased reaction of the airways to various stimuli. This is a chronic inflammatory condition which has acute exacerbations. Asthma can be a … |
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Allergies and asthma increase boys' risk for ADHD
Examiner.com Boys with asthma or allergies have an increased risk of developing ADHD, reports a study published August 13. The risk of developing ADHD rises further if the boys have milk allergies. Researchers from the Netherlands and Boston conducted the study, … Asthma, Allergy in Children Linked with ADHD Risk Venom immunotherapy effective in preventing severe insect sting reactions |
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Second-hand smoke is associated with asthma in kids
Examiner.com Researchers have found children with asthma were more likely to be exposed to second-hand smoke than those kids without the disease. Between 1999 to 2010, the overall rate of exposure to second hand smoke among children without asthma declined … |
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Overweight and obese kids more likely to have asthma
Examiner.com A new study published in the Aug. 6 online edition of the American Journal of Epidemiology suggests that overweight and obese children are more likely to develop asthma than their normal-weight peers. In addition, they are more likely to suffer more … |
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Cinnamon challenge: Pneumonia, asthma attacks possible from inhaling …
Examiner.com Doing the cinnamon challenge can lead to pneumonia and asthma attacks, the Los Angeles Times reported April 22. In the cinnamon challenge, which seems especially appealing to youngsters, someone ingests a tablespoon of cinnamon powder without … MDs warn teens: Don't take the cinnamon challenge Cinnamon Challenge: Doctors Issue Warning Against Dangerous Trend Pediatricians: Just say no to "cinnamon challenge" |
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BPA may increase risk of asthma in kids: It's everywhere so how do you avoid it?
Examiner.com CBS News reports that a new study published on Friday in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology found a 40 percent increased risk of asthma in inner city children with the highest BPA levels at three, five and seven years of age. An astounding … |
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Old asthma drug reverses obesity, diabetes and fatty liver in mice
Examiner.com Alan Saltiel, the Mary Sue Coleman director of the Life Sciences Institute at the University of Michigan, reported the discovery that an off-patent drug currently prescribed for the treatment of asthma also reverses obesity, diabetes and fatty liver in … Old drug may point the way to new treatments for diabetes and obesity |
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Risk of allergies and asthma higher if live near the equator
Examiner.com 4 and published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology suggests that living in locations closer to the equator may put you at an increased risk for developing allergies and asthma. The culprit, say researchers, may be ultraviolet- B (UV-B) rays … |
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More flu deaths reported in Indiana and Illinois
Examiner.com Forty people in Indiana have died from influenza-like illness this 2012/1013 season, state health officials reported Wednesday. Of the 40 people who died, 38 had underlying medical conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, asthma or renal disease … Preventing flu thru R&D It's Official: Flu Outbreak is National Epidemic Indiana flu deaths rise to 40; most victims over 65 |
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Cleaning jobs have been found to be linked to asthma risk
Examiner.com The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute writes that asthma is a chronic lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways. Asthma causes recurring periods of wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing. Asthma is a serious illness … |
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