Hurricane Isaac could stir up allergies, asthma – WBRC


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Hurricane Isaac could stir up allergies, asthma
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The dramatic climate changes triggered by the storm may also cause mild to life-threatening allergy and asthma symptoms, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). Experts say the hurricane's heavy rains will wash
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Heavy kids may not respond as well to asthma meds – WBRC

Heavy kids may not respond as well to asthma meds
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By Kathleen Doheny SUNDAY, March 4 (HealthDay News) — Overweight children may not respond as well to common asthma medicines known as inhaled corticosteroids, new research finds. As a result, they may need more of the long-term control medication,
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Halloween trappings can trigger asthma, allergies – WBRC


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Halloween trappings can trigger asthma, allergies
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SATURDAY, Oct. 1 (HealthDay News) — 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,
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