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Recently Discovered Enzyme Could Help Treat Asthma
Science World Report Background information from the study shows that asthma affects billions of people worldwide and close to 8.5 percent of the U.S. population has asthma, known for causing 3,000 deaths and more than $56 billion annually in medical and lost work costs, … |
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Genetic Link Between Obesity and Asthma
Science World Report "Our findings point the way to the management of asthma in the obese through simple weight reduction," said first author Paresh Dandona, MD, PhD, SUNY Distinguished Professor and Chief of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at the University at … |
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5 Things Kids Should Tell Their Asthma Doctor
U.S. News & World Report The importance of listening to children with asthma is highlighted by the fact that they report having a better quality of life in terms of activity limitations than their parents believe, according to the study, which was published in the July issue … Sudden Allergies: When a Summer Cold is Much More |
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Genetic Risks for Asthma May Persist Into Adulthood
U.S. News & World Report FRIDAY, June 28 (HealthDay News) — People with more genetic risks for asthma are not only more likely to develop the disease in childhood, but also more likely to continue to have asthma into adulthood, according to a new study. Previous studies have … Genetic Test Could Predict Which Kids Will Have Lasting Asthma Symptoms Higher Genetic Risk Tied to Lifetime Asthma Suffering Asthma Test To Predict Which Children Will Grow Out Of It Steps Closer |
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Health Tip: Is Your Asthma Getting Worse?
U.S. News & World Report (HealthDay News) — Taking medications as prescribed and avoiding triggers can help keep asthma under control, but you should look for warning signs that your asthma may be worsening. The U.S. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute mentions these … |
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Sleepless Nights May Hurt School Performance of Kids With Asthma
U.S. News & World Report "Urban and ethnic minority children are at an increased risk for high levels of asthma morbidity and frequent health care utilization due to asthma. Given the high level of asthma burden in these groups, and the effects that urban poverty can have on … Asthma symptoms impair sleep quality and school performance in children Worse asthma control linked to poor school work |
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State health officials encourage awareness and action during World Asthma Month
Indianapolis Recorder Nearly 25 million Americans suffer from asthma, a disease that affects the lungs and causes episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness and coughing. Children are especially susceptible and one out of every 10 school-aged children has asthma … |
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Health Tip: Exercise With Allergies and Asthma
U.S. News & World Report (HealthDay News) — Exercise is a good idea for anyone, but it poses special challenges for people with allergies and asthma. The American College of Sports Medicine offers these suggestions: Talk to an allergist before starting an exercise program … |
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Breathing Problems in Athletes Often Mistaken for Asthma
Runner’s World Newswire If you've been told you have asthma, but still have running-induced breathing problems, you may have been misdiagnosed, a new study suggests. The study looked at 88 athletes who went through a full clinical asthma test after complaining of respiratory … |
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Today Is World Asthma Day
CBS Local PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Today is World Asthma Day. It's part of an initiative to inform people of the triggers, treatments and consequences of the disease. More people are being diagnosed with Asthma and proper treatment is the key to managing symptoms, … |
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