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UrduFindings from a research study, led by scientists at Henry Ford, suggest an enzyme could play an important role in the treatment of cancer and autoimmune diseases in the airway.
Tag: Asthma
Rate of Asthma in Chicago Children Surpasses State and National Levels
Prevalence of asthma in Chicago’s youth is higher than state and national levels, according to the latest survey of parents released by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH). The survey found that 16 percent of families have a child who had ever been diagnosed with asthma, above the 11 percent rate across Illinois and 12 percent nationwide.
Higher BPA Levels Linked to More Asthma Symptoms in Children
Children in low-income neighborhoods in Baltimore tended to have more asthma symptoms when levels of the synthetic chemical BPA (Bisphenol A) in their urine were elevated, according to a study from researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and School of Medicine.
Back to School This Year Is Far from Back to Normal For Kids with Allergies and Asthma
Kids with allergies and asthma may have to take extra precautions as they head back to school this year.
Abated Breath: From COVID-19 to Wildfire Smoke and Air Pollution, Multiple Factors Threaten Lung Health This Summer
As we continue to grapple with the global pandemic, rising summer temperatures and wildfire season pose new challenges to our lung health. A team of pulmonologists and researchers at UC San Diego Health offer a wide variety of expertise and…
HIIT Gets Adolescents Fit. Asthma Doesn’t Change That!
High-intensity interval training (HIIT; alternating short, intense bouts of exercise with short rest periods) is known to accelerate fitness improvements in healthy populations. This could be an effective strategy for those with asthma, as rest periods are introduced before an…
ACAAI Announces Virtual 2020 Annual Scientific Meeting
Due to COVID-19, this year’s ACAAI Annual Scientific Meeting will be held virtually.
Asthma Does Not Seem to Increase the Severity of COVID-19
Asthma does not appear to increase the risk for a person contracting COVID-19 or influence its severity, according to a team of Rutgers researchers.
Researchers Discover Critical New Allergy Pathway
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have identified the sequence of molecular events by which tiny, tick-like creatures called house dust mites trigger asthma and allergic rhinitis.
“Saharan Plume” Brings Additional Eye, Nose and Throat Irritation to Allergy Sufferers
Allergy and asthma sufferers may find their symptoms are more frequent and severe due to the “Sarahan Plume.”
Children with developmental disabilities more likely to develop asthma
Children with developmental disabilities or delay are more at risk of developing asthma, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open led by public health researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) as part of the Center for Pediatric Population Health.
With Social Distancing and Precautions, Your 4th of July Can Be Free of Allergy and Asthma Symptoms
COVID-19 will mean more planning to make the 4th of July fun and safe
COVID-19 Associated with Dramatic Decline in Use of Emergency Department by Pediatric Asthma Patients
The number of patients visiting the emergency department (ED) for asthma treatment dropped by 76% in the first month of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study by researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). The proportion of ED visits that led to a patient being hospitalized also decreased over this period, suggesting the decrease in overall visits was not solely due to patients avoiding the hospital due to the pandemic or delays in care for less serious asthma events.
Augmented reality helps teens tackle anxiety, head on
World first research that will test the ability of augmented reality to improve the delivery of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) as a treatment for symptoms of childhood anxiety among kids with asthma.
You May Be Ready for College, but Are Your Allergies and Asthma?
As many students will head to campus while COVID-19 is still a concern, it’s especially important that they stay healthy and have a good plan to manage their allergies and asthma.
Too Little Sleep Can Mean More Asthma Attacks in Adults
A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reveals that too little sleep, and occasionally too much sleep, can negatively impact adults with asthma.
NIH Statement on World Asthma Day 2020
Today on World Asthma Day, the National Institutes of Health stands with patients, families, advocates, researchers, and health care professionals to raise awareness about this common chronic respiratory disease, the people it affects, and the research that improves its prevention and treatment.
Breathing During Exercise Is Harder for Women Than Men
While both sexes have the capacity for phenomenal athletic achievements, women on average must work harder to breathe during strenuous exercise compared to men, according to new research.
Recognizing Your Asthma Is Not Well Controlled Is the First Step in Controlling it
Especially as asthma patients around the world deal with COVID-19, staying on course with their regular treatment in order to keep their asthma under control is more important than ever.
Is It Allergies or COVID-19?
Spring allergies are in full force. So how do you know if your symptoms are due to allergies or the COVID-19 virus? In a new video, “How allergy symptoms differ from COVID-19,” Loyola Medicine allergist Rachna Shah, MD, outlines the different symptoms for each, and why it’s important to keep your spring allergy and asthma symptoms under control during this pandemic.
Tips for managing asthma during the coronavirus pandemic
With the added coronavirus risk forpeople with asthma, Binghamton University Assistant Professor of Nursing Judith Quaranta has tips to mitigate that risk and cope with the extra anxiety of being in a high-risk group. “Dealing with asthma can be especially challenging during these…
Telemedicine expert Tania Elliott, MD, available for interviews to discuss how to conduct telemedicine appointments.
TANIA ELLIOTT, MD Expert on Telemedicine Dr. Tania Elliott, FACAAI, FAAAAI, is a nationally-recognized leader in the digital health space, specializing in telemedicine and direct to consumer healthcare delivery. She is on faculty at NYU Langone Health, where she serves…
COVID-19 and chronic lung disease: How to stay safe
Because COVID-19 attacks the lungs, limiting social contact is extremely important for people who have underlying health conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis, and any additional chronic lung illness.
A Message to Asthma Sufferers About a Shortage of Albuterol Metered Dose Inhalers
Certain areas of the country are experiencing shortages of albuterol inhalers. There are options for asthma sufferers who can’t get an inhaler.
Recognizing uncontrolled asthma is your first step in controlling it
many people who suffer from asthma don’t recognize what well-controlled symptoms look like,” says allergist J. Allen Meadows, MD, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI)
Important Information About COVID-19 for Those with Asthma
COVID-19 is causing confusion and anxiety for many, including those with asthma. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology advises staying on your asthma medications to keep asthma under control.
Molds damage the lung’s protective barrier to spur future asthma attacks
University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers have identified a new way that common Aspergillus molds can induce asthma, by first attacking the protective tissue barrier deep in the lungs.
Henry Ford Health System Receives $25 Million Gift, Largest Single Donation in its History
Nationally-known developer Chris Jeffries and his wife Lisa have donated $25 million to Henry Ford Health System, the largest single gift from an individual in the health system’s 105-year history. This historic gift will rapidly accelerate the growth and expansion of Henry Ford’s Precision Medicine program, with the ultimate goal of creating a Precision Health Center. The efforts will have a robust focus on the advancement of cancer research and treatment, while also expanding to other medical specialties treating behavioral health, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.
Children with Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis More Likely to Have Other Allergies
Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have found that children with a rare food allergy known as food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome, or FPIES, have a significantly higher chance of being diagnosed with other allergic conditions, including eczema, traditional food allergy and asthma. But the researchers also found that FPIES did not directly cause those other allergies.
Study Identifies Genetic Anomaly Associated with Poor Response to Common Asthma Treatment
A new Cleveland Clinic study has uncovered a genetic anomaly associated with poor response to a common asthma treatment. The findings, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, showed that asthmatic patients with the gene variant are less likely to respond to glucocorticoids and often develop severe asthma.
2017 San Diego Wildfire Increased Pediatric ER Visits for Breathing Problems
A small wildfire in San Diego County in 2017 resulted in a big uptick in children visiting the emergency room for breathing problems, according to new research published online in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society.
Asthma severity linked to microbiome of upper airway
A new study led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests there is a link between bacteria that live in the upper airway and the severity of asthma symptoms among children with mild to moderate asthma.
Keeping Allergies and Asthma at Bay is the Best Holiday Gift
The holidays can be tough to navigate for those with allergies and asthma. There are steps you can take to make your celebrations more fun and joy-filled for the whole family.
All Asthma Patients Should Have a Plan for an Asthma Attack
ATS Offers Educational Resources for Establishing a Plan to Deal with an Attack and Information to Achieve Daily Control of Symptoms
NEWS ROUNDUP: BREAKING NEWS ON HOW PRENATAL DIET, DELIVERY MODE AND INFANT FEEDING PRACTICES RELATE TO PEDIATRIC ALLERGIES
Two new studies contain new information on how prenatal diet, the way the baby is delivered, and infant feeding practices can affect the risk of allergy.
Pediatric Allergy Patients Equally Satisfied with Telemedicine and In-Person Appointments
A new study showed most parents of pediatric patients were more or equally satisfied with the treatment their children received during telemedicine visits for allergies and asthma.
Family History of Cancer Associated with Asthma Diagnosis in Children
A new study shows an association between a family history of cancer and a childhood asthma diagnosis.
Expert available to talk about lung issues caused by smoke from wildfires.
As wildfires continue to spread in Sonoma County and the Los Angeles area, smoke from the flames is raising serious health concerns. Praveen Akuthota, MD, pulmonary and critical care physician at UC San Diego Health, can talk about what can…
Hidden Halloween Allergy and Asthma Triggers Are Truly Frightful
Peanuts in candy bars aren’t the only hidden allergens kids with allergies and asthma need to watch for to stay alert to Halloween frights.
What you need to know about sinus infections
As the fall months approach, the potential for seasonal allergies, runny noses and sinus infections increases.
Women with Asthma Appear More Likely to Have Lower Levels of Testosterone
Women with asthma appear more likely to have lower levels of “free” (not attached to proteins) testosterone than women who do not have asthma, according to new research published online in the American Thoracic Society’s American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.
First-Of-Its Kind Research Examines the Relationship Between Asthma, Disease Control, and Depression
$3.4 Million Study to Understand Why Older Adults Have Worse Asthma Outcomes
Leaves are Falling. Autumn is Calling. So are Fall Allergies
While symptoms for each allergy season may be similar, the treatment can look very different, particularly if immunotherapy is an option.
Volunteers and Deep Computer Learning Help Expand Red Tide Warning Systems
A new study published in the peer-review journal PLoS ONE shows that citizen science volunteers using a relatively low-cost tool can help increase the size and accuracy of a red tide monitoring network to better protect public health from the impacts of toxic algae in the Gulf of Mexico.