Racism a Factor in Asthma Control for Young African American Children

A new article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology shows an association between African American parents/guardians who have experienced the chronic stress associated with exposure to racism and poor asthma control in their young children.
12-Sep-2019 10:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites

Leaves are Falling. Autumn is Calling. So are Fall Allergies

While symptoms for each allergy season may be similar, the treatment can look very different, particularly if immunotherapy is an option.
7-Aug-2019 10:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites

Don’t Let Back to School Mean Back to Allergy and Asthma Symptoms

When school starts in the fall, classrooms are often filled with allergic triggers kids don’t face at home, causing parents to see a return of allergy and asthma symptoms they haven’t seen since school let out for the summer.
11-Jul-2019 11:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites

Despite Reports of Shortages, Epinephrine Autoinjectors are Available

Despite the shortage of EpiPens over the last year, other autoinjectors are available in pharmacies and should be considered by anyone who has a severe allergy that might result in anaphylaxis.
10-Jul-2019 4:40 PM EDT Add to Favorites

Make Sure Your Red, White and Blue Celebration is Allergy- and Asthma-Free

If red, white and blue equals hives, tissues and shortness of breath due to asthma, your Fourth of July celebration isn’t headed in the right direction.
10-Jun-2019 12:05 PM EDT Add to Favorites

Preparation is Key as You Head to College with Allergies and Asthma

Feeling as though there are too many things to think about as you plan your transition from high school senior to college freshman?
1-May-2019 11:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites

Confidence in Asthma Inhaler Technique Doesn’t Match Actual Skills

Many kids with asthma don’t know how to properly use their inhaler. A new study finds that both kids and parents have misplaced confidence in their inhaler technique.
25-Apr-2019 8:00 AM EDT Add to Favorites

You Can’t Exercise if You Have Asthma – And Other Myths You Should Know

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month – the perfect time to bust some asthma myths that have been around for many years.
17-Apr-2019 10:05 AM EDT Add to Favorites

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