• Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • April 23rd, 2015
We Could Have a Cure for Asthma in Just 5 Years, Researchers Say

We Could Have a Cure for Asthma in Just 5 Years, Researchers Say

Investigation reveals the root cause of asthma, scientists say a cure for this condition is now well within reach

There's Ozone in the Air We Breathe and It's Messing Us Up, Study Warns

There's Ozone in the Air We Breathe and It's Messing Us Up, Study Warns

Evidence indicates exposure to ozone can affect the lungs and the heart, even reduce fertility in women

Marijuana Can Cause Allergic Reactions, Specialists Warn

Marijuana Can Cause Allergic Reactions, Specialists Warn

Like any other pollen-bearing plant, marijuana is well capable of triggering allergic reactions in people

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • February 10th, 2015
Psychedelic Drug Successfully Used to Prevent the Onset of Asthma

Psychedelic Drug Successfully Used to Prevent the Onset of Asthma

The drug, dubbed (R)-DOI, can block pulmonary inflammation and other biological changes associated with allergic asthma

Giant Mushroom Measures 107 Centimeters (42 Inches) Across

Giant Mushroom Measures 107 Centimeters (42 Inches) Across

The mushroom was found in China not too long ago, tips the scale at about 7.45 kilograms (16.4 kilograms)

2-Year-Old Girl Nearly Dies After Eating an Orange

2-Year-Old Girl Nearly Dies After Eating an Orange

The toddler developed a severe allergic reaction to the fruit, her lips and tongue swelled and her airways closed up

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • September 15th, 2014
Respiratory Virus EV-D68 Threatens to Sicken People All Across the US

Respiratory Virus EV-D68 Threatens to Sicken People All Across the US

The virus appears to have infected people in as many as 21 states, health officials say it is slowly spreading

Exposure to Dirt and Germs Found to Lower Allergy, Asthma Risk

Exposure to Dirt and Germs Found to Lower Allergy, Asthma Risk

In order for this to happen, the exposure must happen during a child's first year

E-Cigarettes Don't Help Smokers Cut Back, Researchers Say

E-Cigarettes Don't Help Smokers Cut Back, Researchers Say

Study argues e-cigarettes are not as user-friendly as some think them to be

Air Pollution Exposure While in the Womb Ups Asthma Risk

Air Pollution Exposure While in the Womb Ups Asthma Risk

Study finds air pollution exposure is especially dangerous during the second trimester

Climate Change Likely to Make Ozone Pollution in the US Worse

Climate Change Likely to Make Ozone Pollution in the US Worse

Unhealthy summertime ozone levels could up by 70% by 2050, study says

Overweight and Obese People Breathe in 7-50% More Air Pollutants Daily

Overweight and Obese People Breathe in 7-50% More Air Pollutants Daily

Children who struggle with their weight are also more vulnerable to air pollution

Exposure to PCBs Linked to Drop in Testosterone Levels

Exposure to PCBs Linked to Drop in Testosterone Levels

The higher the exposure is, the more the testosterone levels drop, researchers explain

260,000 Premature Deaths Reported in China in 2011 Linked to Air Pollution

260,000 Premature Deaths Reported in China in 2011 Linked to Air Pollution

New study documents how air pollution in China affects public health

Asthma More Common Among Children Born to Mothers Exposed to Pollutants

Asthma More Common Among Children Born to Mothers Exposed to Pollutants

Persistent organic pollutants affect children while they are still in the womb

Traffic Pollution Worsens the Symptoms of Asthma in Middle-Aged Adults

Traffic Pollution Worsens the Symptoms of Asthma in Middle-Aged Adults

The smoke released by wood heaters also has a negative effect on asthma patients

  • Health
  • By Laura Sinpetru
  • May 20th, 2013
Ginger Could Help Alleviate Symptoms Associated with Asthma

Ginger Could Help Alleviate Symptoms Associated with Asthma

The spicy root allows asthma patients to breathe more easily

 
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