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Little Difference Seen in Asthma Strategies
New York Times (blog) There has been no general agreement on the best way to adjust the dosage of inhaled corticosteroids used by adults with asthma. Doctors determine the dose by assessing symptoms like lung function or by using biomarkers like exhaled nitric oxide, or … |
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As seen on "Grey's Anatomy": Wis. girls use CPR to save mom's life
CBS News Wisconsin woman Kandace Seyferth had a severe asthma attack and collapsed at the bottom of the stairs and was unable to breathe Nov. 25. Her 10-year-old daughter Madisyn called 911 and then performed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, while her 12-year-old … Madisyn Kestell uses CPR she learned from Grey's Anatomy to save mother How 'Grey's Anatomy' Helped a Daughter Save Her Mom Girl Saves Mom's Life Using CPR Learned From 'Grey's Anatomy' |
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Less Asthma, Stroke, MI Seen in Wake of Smoke-Free Laws
Medscape November 21, 2011 (Washington, DC) — Regions with laws that prohibit smoking have shown significant reductions in the incidence and cost of conditions such as asthma, stroke, and heart attack since the laws took effect, according to 2 studies. … |
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Heartburn, Reflux Seen in 9/11 Survivors
WebMD The findings held even among people who did not have asthma or posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Both of these conditions have been found to coexist with GERD. The researchers speculate that alkaline cement — one of the components seen in the dust … 9/11 Tied to Increase in Acid Reflux Disease First Long-Term Study of World Trade Center Rescue and Recovery Workers Shows … Increased Incidence of Gastroesophageal Reflux Symptoms Among 9/11 World Trade … |
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Crawling culprit seen in urban kids' asthma
Reuters NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Researchers have identified cockroaches as a potential explanation for dramatic variations between neighborhoods in asthma rates among New York City children. In some New York City neighborhoods, … |
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Family Meals Seen As 'Medicine' for Asthma
Consumer Affairs Calm family mealtimes that focus on communication can improve quality of life for children who have chronic asthma, research shows. … |
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