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Asthma Rate Rises Sharply in US, Government Says
New York Times Americans are suffering from asthma in record numbers, according to a study released Tuesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Nearly one in 10 children and almost one in 12 Americans of all ages now has asthma, … Asthma Rates Climb For Children, Adults CDC: Asthma Rates on the Rise Asthma rates increasing in US, despite less smoking and decreased air … |
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 CTV.ca |
Government issues Easter smog alert
Healthcare Today Defra fears that people asthma and the elderly could be affected by the high pollution levels and may notice an impact on their breathing so have urged them to take precautions. This included not taking exercise outside in the afternoon if they are … Easter weekend: Britons take to roads amid smog warning Smog alert issued over Easter weekend BRITAIN'S ON KILLER SMOG ALERT |
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 BBC News |
Government issues Easter weekend 'smog alert'
Telegraph.co.uk Some people, including those who have asthma, could be affected by the pollution and may notice an impact on their breathing. The public is being advised to take ''sensible precautions'', including avoiding taking exercise outside in the afternoon if … Smog alert in England and Wales Smog warning issued for Easter weekend Smog warning for bank holiday weekend |
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Asthma Foundation Congratulates the Government
Scoop.co.nz (press release) The Asthma Foundation has welcomed the Government's commitment to a smoke free New Zealand by 2025. “This is excellent news for New Zealanders, “says the new Chief Executive of the Asthma Foundation, Angela Francis. Angela was commenting on the … |
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 Daily Mail |
Government gives up fight to stop caterpillars that can trigger severe asthma …
Daily Mail After a futile five-year struggle, ministers say there is no longer any point trying to eradicate the oak processionary moth, a toxic pest whose hairs can trigger severe asthma attacks. Instead, it will try to restrict the alien invader to its … |
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Government Study Shows Safety, Efficacy of H1N1 Vaccine for Asthmatics
Nurse.com The H1N1 flu vaccine is safe and effective for people with asthma, according to a clinical trial that appears online in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical … 2009 H1N1 Vaccine Safe, Immunogenic in Persons With Asthma People with severe asthma need higher dose of H1N1 vaccine:Study H1N1 vaccine safe and effective in patients with asthma |
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 CBC.ca |
Alberta government issues air advisory
Sherwood Park News "I strongly advise people with asthma, bronchitis or emphysema to remain indoors, keep their windows closed and take any preventative measures their … Alberta chief medical officer issues health warning due to B.C. fire smoke Out of province smoke affecting Alberta air |
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