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'People with asthma sleep less, watch more TV'
Hindustan Times On average, asthmatics watch TV daily for almost two hours as compared to 1.5 hours for non-asthmatics. “Television viewing is also associated with unhealthy snacking habits, example, consuming foods high in calories and overeating,” said Dr Raj Kumar, … |
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New wearable device could predict, prevent asthma attacks
Hindustan Times Asthma patients may soon do away with their inhalers as researchers, including one of Indian origin, have developed an integrated, wearable system that monitors a user's environment, heart rate and other physical attributes with the goal of predicting … |
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New study reveals how lungs respond during asthma attacks
Hindustan Times A new method developed by scientists called biochemical process reveals how lungs operate during normal functioning and during asthma, a chronic respiratory condition marked by difficulty in breathing. The study conducted in mouse model reveals how air … How Our Lungs Respond During Asthma Attacks |
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Salt therapy for asthma: Living without inhalers and steroids
Hindustan Times Salt therapy, also known as halotherapy, has helped reduce her symptoms of asthma, for which she's been using inhalers and steroids since she was two years old. “She would cough and wheeze frequently and has been carrying an inhaler with her since … |
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High veggie diet and exercise can help ease asthma symptoms
Hindustan Times The best way to control the symptoms of asthma is by exercising on a regular basis and consuming plenty of fresh vegetables, says a new survey. The study, which was carried out by the National Center for Global Health and Medicine, has for the very … Vegetable-rich diet, exercise ease asthma woes: report |
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Ignoring prolonged cold can lead to asthma in kids: Experts
Hindustan Times “Over 12% of students up to 17 years of age in Punjab are asthmatic. These miss more than 30-day classes every academic year. Asthma also affects a student's learning ability. In adults, it leads to less productivity,” he said, adding that the boys … |
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Quiz: Does your child suffer from asthma?
Hindustan Times Answer these ten questions to find out if your child suffers from asthma. Loading… more from this section. Health scan · New cooling cap helps prevent chemotherapy hair loss · Fruity flavours for summer hair care. more». Share more. comments Tweet … |
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'Burning paddy stubble can add to asthma patients' woes'
Hindustan Times A consultant at Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, Dr Akashdeep Singh said that around 30 patients with asthma and respiratory tract problems visit hospitals during these days as compared to other days, where only 15-18 cases were … |
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Helping lungs breathe easier in smoggy air
Hindustan Times You'd expect most little girls go crazy at the sight of pretty candles and sparklers but even watching them in film gives eight-year-old Siya anxiety attacks each year. The cause is not a nervous temperament but the trauma of reliving an asthma attack … |
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'Firecrackers worst threat for asthmatics'
Hindustan Times Dr Grover said every year on Diwali about 10 to 15 asthma patients need emergency treatment due to aggravation of their asthmatic symptoms and some even require hospitalization. "From Diwali till the end of February, there is a 30 to 40% increase in … |
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