According to Reuters, researchers from Imperial College London determined that implementing smoking bans in enclosed public places led to a decrease in the number of children admitted to hospitals due to asthma-related complications. Read More »
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Freezing temperatures can worsen asthma symptoms
According to The New York Times, temperatures over the past week have hit record-lows in parts of the Midwest, and East Coast cities have even opened up emergency shelters to get people out of the cold. Read More »
Study reveals a link between adult-onset asthma and GERD
A recent study from the West Penn Allegheny Health System (WPAHS) determined that an additional reason behind people developing this chronic respiratory disease later in life may be gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Read More »
Study shows that certain jobs put people at greater risk for adult onset asthma
According to a recent study from Imperial College London, one in six cases of adult onset asthma may be linked to risks in the workplace – particularly cleaning jobs where individuals are constantly exposed to dangerous chemicals. Read More »
Experts predict that tree pollen season will hit Florida earlier than usual
According to the Tampa Bay Times, those who suffer from seasonal allergies are already having negative reactions to pollen – mostly from oak trees – which is likely due to the region’s warm temperatures as of late. Read More »
A look at some of the most common allergens
In this series of posts, we’ll take a look at some of the most common allergens. Read More »
Tips for keeping asthma symptoms under control during the winter
Fortunately, there are actions you can take to reduce your asthma symptoms during the winter. Read More »
Study reveals that there is no link between low birth weight and childhood asthma
On January 16, the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) revealed it its scientific journal Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology that there is no link between low birth weight and childhood asthma. Read More »
Study reveals a link between fast food and asthma symptoms
With studies showing that 4 percent of the U.S. adult population and between 4 to 6 percent of children have food allergies, it’s no wonder that experts pay a significant amount of attention to the effects that diet has on the human body. Recent data, however, reveals that the food people eat can actually have an affect on asthma, too. Read More »
Massachusetts towns have big plans for targeting childhood asthma
In several different cities outside of Boston, Massachusetts, local health directors are focusing on childhood asthma as part of an effort to improve the overall physical well-being of their residents. Read More »
