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Asthma sufferers putting lives at risk, experts say
TODAYonline LONDON – People with asthma are putting their lives at risk by failing to manage it properly, say experts, as a survey has found that a third end up in accident and emergency due to the condition. Over half of young people resort to using a friend's … Asthma sufferers putting lives at risk |
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Experts advise doctors to investigate job link to asthma
OnMedica Doctors who are trying to diagnose asthma and its causes in patients should explore possible job-related links, according to new guidance published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine. The guidance is produced by the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) … |
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Smoky air can harm dogs and cats, too, says vets and pollution experts
San Jose Mercury News She estimated that as much as 10 percent of her cat patients have asthma — a condition aggravated by allergens, dust and smoke. She cautions anyone with asthmatic cats to keep their pets indoors on Spare the Air days, when smoke and other fine … |
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Air Fresheners Could Exacerbate Allergies, Experts Say
Huffington Post Allergists at the annual meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) reported that people with allergies may be more sensitive to these scents than they realize. They can "trigger allergy symptoms, aggravate existing … Study: Cholesterol drugs may worsen asthma Why Air Fresheners Can Trigger Respiratory Problems Statin medications may complicate asthma control |
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medications. It’s approved for use in children, and many obstetricians are
even OK with its use during pregnancy.
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Control of asthma possible with sustained treatment: experts
Business Recorder (blog) Professor Kenneth R. Chapman, Director of the 'Asthma and Airway Center of the University Health Network' spoke about 'Asthma Management Practices and the Role of Seretide.' He emphasised that `Inhaled Corticosteroids are the most effective treatment … |
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If it's smoky out, stay in, experts say
Austin American-Statesman The Level Orange designation means "active children and adults as well as people with respiratory disease, such as asthma, should limit prolonged outdoor exertion," according to the nonprofit air quality planning and education group. … Smoke Affecting People With Respiratory Illness |
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Back-to-school brings boom in asthma attacks: experts
CTV.ca Her son, 13-year-old Toussaint, was "born wheezy," and his asthma has only grown worse with time, the Ottawa poet and mother said. Now, of course, the teen's teachers and classmates are used to his perpetually runny nose, his stash of tissues and his … Surviving the back-to-school asthma and allergy challenge Back-to-school brings boom in asthma attacks, hospital visits, experts say |
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Back-to-school brings boom in asthma attacks, hospital visits, experts say
mysask.com (press release) Oni Joseph is seen with her son Toussaint, 13, who suffers from severe asthma, in Ottawa, on Thursday, August 11, 2011. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick TORONTO – Oni Joseph used to go to her son's school each fall and explain why he was constantly … |
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Asthma is over-diagnosed in UAE, experts say
The National ABU DHABI // Experts explained yesterday why 70000 patients insured by Daman have asthma. The answer is, they don't. "We have a horrible number of asthmatic patients, and we just didn't know why at first," said Dr Alfons Grabosch, manager of health … |
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