Asthma Medication Linked with Arrhythmias in Children, Young Adults – Newswise (press release)

Asthma Medication Linked with Arrhythmias in Children, Young Adults
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Newswise — ATS 2012, SAN FRANCISCO – Use of inhaled anticholinergics (IACs) has been associated with an increased risk of potentially dangerous heart arrhythmias among young asthma patients, according to a study conducted by researchers at the

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Severe Asthma With Fungal Sensitization In Children: Characterization Of A New … – Newswise (press release)

Severe Asthma With Fungal Sensitization In Children: Characterization Of A New
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Methods: We prospectively analyzed serum IgE levels and fungal sensitization patterns of children failing combination asthma therapy in order to estimate the prevalence of SAFS in our population. We also compared clinical characteristics of SAFS and
Children failing asthma therapy may have severe asthma with fungal sensitizationMedical Xpress

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Identifying Asthma Patients Who Tolerate Lower Doses of Steroids Remains … – Newswise (press release)

Identifying Asthma Patients Who Tolerate Lower Doses of Steroids Remains
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Newswise — ATS 2012, SAN FRANCISCO – Common respiratory measurements are not effective in determining which asthma patients are able to significantly decrease their use of inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) medications without risk of flare-ups or
Asthma risk factorsCBS42

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Prenatal Pollution Exposure Dangerous for Children with Asthma – Newswise (press release)

Prenatal Pollution Exposure Dangerous for Children with Asthma
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“In this study, we found that prenatal exposures to airborne particles and the pollutant nitrogen dioxide adversely affect pulmonary function growth among asthmatic children between 6 and 15 years of age,” said study lead author Amy Padula, PhD,

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Five Surprising Allergy and Asthma Triggers That Can Spoil Summer Fun – Newswise (press release)

Five Surprising Allergy and Asthma Triggers That Can Spoil Summer Fun
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But according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), seasonal allergies can also affect those without pollen sensitivities due to unexpected summer staples such as certain fruits and vegetables, campfires or changes in the
Summer allergies: Fact or fiction?Las Vegas Review-Journal
Tips On Gaining Control Of Your AllergiesHealthNewsDigest.com

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National Asthma Awareness Month: What’s Next in the Treatment of Acute Asthma? – Newswise (press release)

National Asthma Awareness Month: What's Next in the Treatment of Acute Asthma?
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Newswise — May is National Asthma Awareness Month, an appropriate time to ponder an illness that affects nearly 25 million Americans and one in every 10 children in the US Although current treatments adequately address the majority of asthma attacks,

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Free Asthma and Allergy Screenings Offered Nationwide New Tools Help More … – Newswise (press release)

Free Asthma and Allergy Screenings Offered Nationwide New Tools Help More
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Newswise — ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill., April 10, 2012 – The unseasonably warm weather is making this spring season difficult for millions of Americans who suffer from asthma and allergies. To help adults and children who have symptoms find out if they

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