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Antibiotics Might Increase Risk of Childhood Asthma, Allergies

WEDNESDAY, April 23, 2025 – Overuse of antibiotics might increase kids’ risk of developing asthma and allergies, by disrupting their gut bacteria during a crucial stage of child development, a new s...

School-Based Asthma Programs Keep Kids Healthy And Learning

TUESDAY, April 22, 2025 – Kids struggle with asthma as much at school as they do at home — possibly even more so, since it can be tough for them to access their medicine. So why aren’t all schools of...

Midafternoon Dosing Improves Lung Function in Atopic Asthma

FRIDAY, April 18, 2025 – Midafternoon dosing with beclomethasone dipropionate is associated with better clinical outcomes in mild-to-moderate atopic asthma, according to a study published online...

Timing Might Be Everything With Asthma Inhalers

WEDNESDAY, April 16, 2025 – Folks with asthma might better control their symptoms by precisely timing when they use their inhaler, a new study says. A single daily preventive dose of inhaled...

Ozone Pollution Increases Risk Of Childhood Asthma

MONDAY, April 7, 2025 – Ozone air pollution increases the risk of asthma among preschoolers and kindergarteners, a new study says. Relatively small increases in ozone smog in a child’s first two y...

Early-Life Ozone Exposure Linked to Asthma, Wheeze at 4 to 6 Years Old

THURSDAY, April 3, 2025 – Early-life ozone (O3) exposure is associated with asthma and wheeze outcomes at 4 to 6 years of age, according to a study published online April 2 in JAMA Network Open....

Prevalence of Pediatric-Onset Chronic Conditions, Functional Limitations Increasing

WEDNESDAY, March 19, 2025 – The prevalence of chronic conditions (CC) and functional limitations (FL) is increasing among children and young adults, according to a study published online March 7 in...

Time Of Day, Year Matters For Asthma Testing

MONDAY, March 17, 2025 – The time of day – or year – an asthma test takes place can affect its accuracy, a new study says. Routine asthma testing is more reliable when done in the morning,...

Bronchodilator Responsiveness Positivity More Likely in Morning

WEDNESDAY, March 12, 2025 – Patients are more likely to have positive bronchodilator responsiveness in the morning and in winter months, according to a study published online March 11 in Thorax. Ben...

Race-Neutral Formulas Improve Asthma Detection in Black Children

TUESDAY, March 4, 2025 – Race plays a role in whether a child is quickly and accurately diagnosed with asthma, a new study suggests. Outdated and flawed studies previously led to the belief that...

Race-Neutral Equations for Lung Function Improve Asthma Detection in Children

TUESDAY, March 4, 2025 – Using a race-neutral equation identifies more than twice as many Black children with asthma or asthma symptoms as having reduced lung function than race-specific equations,...

How to Treat Spring Allergies: A Graduated Approach

SATURDAY, March 1, 2025 – Spring brings warmer weather, but for allergy sufferers, it also means sneezing, wheezing and itchy eyes. Instead of enjoying the season, you may be battling congestion and...

Radon Exposure Linked to Increased Asthma Symptoms in Children

THURSDAY, Feb. 20, 2025 – A radioactive gas could be contributing to asthma among schoolkids, researchers have found. Children exposed to elevated levels of radon gas tended to have more asthma...

Most Americans Keep Chronic Health Conditions Hidden at Work: Poll

TUESDAY, Feb. 11, 2025 – Chronic ills like heart disease, asthma or diabetes afflict a majority of U.S. workers, but 60% of those affected say they've kept their health issue a secret from...

5 Romantic Gestures for Someone With Allergies or Asthma

SATURDAY, Feb. 8, 2025 – Valentine's Day isn't just about gifts – it's about showing your special someone you truly care. But if your Valentine has allergies or asthma, certain classic gestures --...

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