A promising new drug for treating asthma could not only reduce asthma symptoms but also improve lung function in patients, …
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Asthma Symptoms Hinder Children’s Sleep and School Performance
Sneezing and wheezing can make children feel miserable, and that discomfort can hamper how well they do in school.
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Mom’s Saliva Can Strengthen Babies’ Immune Systems
Picking up a dropped pacifier and sucking it clean may help infants to be better germ fighters.
The practice not only protects babies from the nasty microbes on the floor, but passes on good bugs that can lower the risk of …
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Location, Location: Being Born in the U.S. Puts Kids at Higher Risk of Allergies
With pollen and other spring allergens in the air, researchers investigated whether place of birth affected the risk of developing allergies, and the answer turns out to be — yes.
‘Cinnamon Challenge’ Could Trigger Lasting Lung Damage
Swallowing a tablespoon of the dry spice on a dare could lead to serious health problems, according to the latest report on the practice.
Genetic Variants and Wheezing Put Kids At Risk For Asthma
Almost every toddler will sniffle through a cold by the time they are three, but if they wheeze while they’re sick, they may be at higher risk of developing asthma.
BPA Exposure Linked To Asthma In Kids
The list of adverse health effects from BPA exposure continues to grow.
The Connection Between Dirty Diapers and Childhood Health
Cesarean sections and breast feeding can have lifelong effects on a baby’s health, and researchers may have uncovered why.
Study: Why Dogs and Cats Make Babies Healthier
What do dogs or cats have to do with your baby’s risk of catching a cold? According to the latest research, they may help lower his or her risk of coughs and sniffles during the first year of life.
Why Having a Dog Helps Keep Kids Asthma-Free
Are you having an allergy-free summer? You may have Fido to thank for that.
Doctor Infects Himself with Hookworm for Health Experiment
Talk about dedication to the job. To test the association between hookworms — intestinal parasites — and food allergies, Dr. James Logan infected himself with the suckers and swallowed a pill camera to film the action in his gut.
Why Air Fresheners Can Trigger Respiratory Problems
They may smell sweet, but popular air fresheners can cause serious lung problems.
