Asthma Highlights Asthma Articles & Analysis: This-Year
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Aeroallergens, which are airborne substances such as mold or pollen that can trigger an allergic reaction in some people following inhalation or dermal contact, are often found in dust. In some asthmatics, aeroallergens could trigger an asthma attack, or potentially worsen other respiratory diseases. When dust is airborne, it can remain in the air for long periods of time and settle throughout ...
Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month is just a few weeks away, and this year, the 6th of May is recognized as World Asthma Day. The month of May is dedicated to asthma control and education to increase awareness about the disease and how those with it can prevent or mitigate exposures to asthma triggers, allergens, and respiratory irritants. Asthma is one of the most common lifelong chronic ...
Asthma remains a complex and multifactorial disease, with airway hyperresponsiveness to methacholine being a hallmark feature. A recent study by Rojas-Ruiz et al (2025) utilizes SCIREQ’s innovative physioLens (ex vivo) and flexiVent (in vivo) platforms to shed light on the interplay between lung tissue compliance and methacholine response, offering new insights into the mechanisms ...
According to a recent survey by the American Pet Products Association, 82 million households in the United States own a pet. For many, their pet is a part of the family, but unfortunately, many homes with pets also suffer from indoor environmental quality issues associated with pet odors and allergens. Both furry pets and those with feathers can cause an allergic reaction in some people. Pet ...
Work-related asthma is described by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) as asthma triggered by exposures at work. The agency goes on to report there are over 300 known substances in the workplace that can cause or worsen asthma. Symptoms of work-related asthma are the same as those for non-work related asthma, and may include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, ...
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) describes work-related asthma as asthma triggered by exposures at work. The agency goes on to report there are over 300 known substances in the workplace that can cause or worsen asthma. Symptoms of work-related asthma are the same as those for non-work related asthma. This may include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and ...
It is usually associated with a higher prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and asthma. While combining exercise and diet is majorly used as conservative measures in the treatment of obesity, a study by Marain NF et al.1 highlighted the impact of intensive exercise and diet on the respiratory system and obesity-related parameters in mice. ...
The IAQ Video Network and Cochrane & Associates announced the release of their latest educational video today. Their newest production discusses work-related asthma and asthma triggers that could be encountered on the job. “The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports there are over 300 known substances in the workplace that can cause or worsen ...