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Asthma researcher theorizes about 'healing juices' of stem cells
Edmonton Journal Dr Bernard Thebaud shows Lexi Schwenk, 5, stem cells that may be used in the future to pump out healing juices, and help people like Lexi deal with her Asthma. Taken on December, 1 2011 … Stem cells may relieve asthma, say scientists Stem cell juice helps asthma U of A scientist discovers stem cells relieve asthma |
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Program teaches students how to manage asthma
Marietta Daily Journal Fourth-grader Grace Thornloe-Smith looks through illustrations of how asthma affects the body on Thursday morning. According to the Georgia Department of Community Health, an estimated 12 percent of children have asthma. … |
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Akron doctor warns acetaminophen could trigger asthma
Akron Beacon Journal Dr. T. McBride, the director of the Robert T. Stone MD Respiratory Center at Akron Children s Hospital, is getting national attention after warning against the risk of developing or worsening asthma by taking acetaminophen. … |
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Fall brings added risk for kids with asthma
Poughkeepsie Journal Children with asthma are at greater risk for flare-ups in the fall because of airborne ragweed and mold spores, as well as the flu and other seasonal infections, researchers warn. Such flare-ups are marked by inflammation, swelling and tightening of … |
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Tips to keep the holidays happy and healthy for asthma and allergy sufferers
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel "The holidays can present a variety of challenges for asthma and allergy patients," says New York City allergist Dr. Cliff Bassett, an ambassador for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). "Our indoor environment changes in many ways … Babies to be exposed to dust mites Could dust mites halt the allergy epidemic? |
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Halloween trappings can trigger asthma, allergies
Lansing State Journal Halloween candy may contain some obvious allergens, but there are many more unexpected allergy and asthma triggers that can pose a threat to trick-or-treaters, including dusty costumes, fog machines and makeup, according to experts from the American … |
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Asthma Drug Spending Soars in US
National Journal US spending on asthma drugs more than quadrupled from $527 million to $2.5 billion in the 10 years from 1998 to 2008, according to government figures released on Wednesday. Much of the reason is clear. The proportion of children who used … Children's Use of Asthma Controller Drugs Doubles |
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Possible Cause of Childhood Asthma Revealed – New Study
News Junky Journal (press release) The study points to two immune signals, called IL-13 and IFN-Gamma, as the predominant cause of Asthma in an undeveloped or fully developed immune system. These two signals are associated with a group of immune cells called T-cells and up-to-now mostly … |
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FDA Finalizing Phase-Out Of CFC-Using Inhalers
Wall Street Journal Asthma sufferers who use the inhalers should plan to get a prescription for a replacement product, the agency said. The Primatene Mist epinephrine inhalers, marketed by Armstrong Pharmaceutical Inc., are the only FDA-approved inhalers sold over the … FDA: Over-the-Counter Asthma Inhalers Containing Chloroflouorocarbons (CFCs … FDA Phases out Inhaler Due to Environmental Impact FDA: Over-the-counter asthma inhalers containing chloroflouorocarbons (CFCs … |
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Nyack Hospital ranked a top performer by national accrediting group
The Journal News | LoHud.com The agency looked at performance related to 22 accountability measures for five medical conditions: heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, surgical care and children's asthma care. Nyack Hospital was cited for outstanding performance in all of the … |
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