Children born at less than 37 weeks’ gestation are 70 more likely to develop asthma than full-term babies. Read More »
Archive for March, 2014
Spring allergy season off to an early start in Tennessee
As spring approaches in Tennessee, WBIR-TV reports that some people are already beginning to feel the effects of spring allergies. Read More »
New smartphone app could help kids control their asthma
Two doctors from Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, came up with a way to take advantage of this by creating an app that helps children remember to take their asthma medication. Read More »
Study: Childhood asthma is at its worst in September
According to a HealthDay News press release published on Monday, March 10, September is the peak month for childhood asthma flares. Read More »
These 11 pets are ideal for allergy sufferers
Several weeks ago, consulting company Environmental Health & Engineering published a press release announcing the results of the Allergen All-Star Pet Awards, which were given to 11 animals that are linked with low levels of allergens. Read More »
Las Vegas residents hit with harsh seasonal allergies
In Las Vegas, a large mix of pollen, mulberry and juniper is causing people to suffer from allergies earlier in the season than usual. Read More »
Study: Allergy prevalence has nothing to do with where you live
According to a new study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, allergy prevalence is the same no matter where you live. Read More »
‘Glee’ star Kristin Chenoweth opens up about asthma
Tony-award winner Kristin Chenoweth, who currently has a starring role on the hit television show “Glee,” recently revealed that she has been battling asthma for the past decade. Read More »
Plant compounds in flaxseed and soy linked with reduced asthma symptoms
Anti-inflammatory plant and estrogen compounds known as phytoestrogens — which are found in flaxseed and soy — were linked with reduced symptoms of asthma. Read More »
Researchers find link between asthma medication and sleep apnea
Using inhaled corticosteroids to treat your asthma may increase your risk of developing sleep apnea. Read More »