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The Best Way to Protect Against Allergies? Start While in the Womb
Moms pass on protective immunity to their children, and the ability to fight allergies is no exception.
Single Genetic Glitch May Explain Most Allergies and Asthma
Allergies are certainly the result of both genetic and environmental factors, but there is fresh evidence to suggest that at least one major genetic aberration could be behind everything from hay fever to food allergies to asthma.
Genetic Test Could Predict Which Kids Will Have Lasting Asthma Symptoms
Half of children with asthma will continue to suffer from the respiratory disorder as adults, and a new genetic test could reveal who remains at risk past childhood.
Experimental Asthma Drug May Provide Major Relief–But For a Limited Group of Patients
A promising new drug for treating asthma could not only reduce asthma symptoms but also improve lung function in patients, according to a new study.
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.
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.