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Asthma in teenage children linked to overweight mums
Herald Sun OVERWEIGHT women who become pregnant could be putting their children at risk of developing asthma in their teens, a study suggests. As allergies and asthma increase worldwide, researchers are looking for prenatal explanations for the problems. … |
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Researchers find potential new treatment for asthma sufferers
The Cherokeean Herald 4, 2011) – For asthma patients who continue to suffer from symptoms even after taking their inhaled steroids, a new drug called lebrikizumab may be a treatment option, and a simple blood test can determine the effectiveness of the drug, according to a … Lebrikizumab Ups Lung Function in Adults With Asthma IL-13 Blocker Helps Asthma Control Experimental Drug Promising Against Tough-to-Treat Asthma |
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You Docs: Ways to breathe better on hot, hazy humid days
Dubuque Telegraph Herald The three Hs — heat, haze, humidity — make it crazy-hard for many folks to breathe: the very young or old (especially those with heart or lung problems) and anyone with allergies or asthma. Get proactive. Our simple tips can help prevent trouble … |
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5 tips to breathe easy in the heat
Huntington Herald Dispatch The three Hs — heat, haze, humidity — make it crazy-hard for many folks to breathe: the very young or old (especially those with heart or lung problems) and anyone with allergies or asthma. Get proactive. Our simple tips can help prevent trouble … |
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Meat Loaf loses consciousness during concert
Sydney Morning Herald The 63-year-old singer suffered an asthma attack. But after being assisted by medical personnel, he managed to go on with the show at the Trib Amphitheatre 10 minutes later . The singer made a full recovery, even managing to reference the mishap during … |
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NJ Gov. Chris Christie blames health issues squarely on his weight
Boston Herald Chris Christie walked out of a hospital Thursday night and promised to return to work Saturday after a morning asthma attack raised questions about his health – and his weight. "The lighter I am, the healthier I'll be," Christie said, facing a barrage … Christie heads back to work day after he was hospitalized for asthma attack … Christie keeps low profile on first day back from health scare NJ governor says he's feeling 'fabulous' |
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Boy rescued from NH mountain after asthma attack
Boston Herald By AP BEANS GRANT, NH — The New Hampshire Department of Fish and Game says a 14-year-old Massachusetts boy was rescued from a trail on Mount Eisenhower in Beans Grant after he suffered an asthma attack. On Wednesday afternoon, rescue crews were called … |
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Smog alert issued for southern New England
Fall River Herald News Exposure to elevated ozone levels can cause serious breathing problems, aggravate asthma and other pre-existing lung diseases, and make people more susceptible to respiratory infection. When smog levels are elevated, people should refrain from … EPA warns of unhealthy air quality in NH, ME |
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Allergies reduce the risk of cancer
Deccan Herald Most have found that compared with the general population, people with common allergies like hay fever, asthma and eczema do have a slightly decreased risk of some cancers, though it is not clear why. In a study published online this month in the … Study Up for a Sneeze and Wheeze-Free School Year |
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Helping Albertans breathe more easily
Lethbridge Herald The Alberta Environment website notes that people with diabetes, lung disease (such as chronic bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, lung cancer) or heart disease (such as angina, a history of heart attacks, congestive heart failure, arrhythmia or irregular … |
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