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School Asthma program update
KVOA Tucson News TUCSON- Tucson kids are breathing easier thanks to a study through the University of Arizona and the American Lung Association. They've partnered up with the Tucson Unified School District to implement a school-based asthma program in 20 selected … |
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UA Asthma study helping kids breathe easier
KVOA Tucson News Incredibly one out of 10 kids in Arizona suffers from some form of Asthma. According to Lynn Gerald, Professor for the College of Public Health at the UA and her team of researchers, that's why the SAMS (Supervised Medicine in Schools) is so important. |
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Arizona's AG joins 44 other states in reaching settlement over asthma drug
KVOA Tucson News Arizona, along with 44 other states, reached a $105 million settlement with GlaxoSmithKline, LLC to resolve allegations that the company unlawfully promoted its asthma drug, Advair®, and antidepressant drugs, Paxil® and Wellbutrin®. For example, GSK … GlaxoSmithKline to pay $105 million over improper drug marketing Illinois among 45 states settling off-label dispute with GlaxoSmithKline GlaxoSmithKline in $105 million settlement with US states over marketing |
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Seasonal allergies troublesome for those with asthma
KVOA Tucson News (NBC) – Deadly asthma attacks are something to be aware of, even if you think you're only an allergy sufferer, especially this year. Unfortunately, right now is that perfect combination of the end of winter cold season and the beginning of spring … |
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El Rio Health Center gets funds to help fight asthma
KVOA Tucson News TUCSON – The El Rio Health Center is one of five community health centers in the country to receive a grant to help fight childhood asthma. The Merck Childhood Asthma Network, Inc. (MCAN) – the nation's only organization focused solely on childhood … Childhood asthma non-profit invests millions in health centers to help … Partnership to Provide Evidence-Based Asthma Management and Sustainable … |
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FDA issues severe warning on pregnancy drug
KVOA Tucson News The drug is FDA-approved to prevent and treat symptoms associated with asthma, bronchitis and emphysema, and was being used for off-label obstetric purposes, including treating preterm labor. There is no evidence that using Terbutaline improves infant … Premature Labor Drug Terbutaline a Danger to Pregnant Women FDA Drug Safety Communication: New warnings against use of terbutaline to … FDA Warns Against Use of Terbutaline to Treat Preterm Labor |
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No Evidence That Asthma Leads to Tooth Decay: Study
KVOA Tucson News 17 (HealthDay News) — There's no link between asthma and tooth decay in children, according to a new analysis of studies on the issue. … |
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