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Entries for July 2010

Is your home making you sick?

Posted in: Asthma Articles
Just one week into summer and many parts of the country are feeling the heat. As warm temperatures grip the nation, millions of people find themselves spending more time in the comfort of their air co...

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Physician Focus - The ABC's of Asthma

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The public health burden of asthma is approaching alarming levels. The Centers for Disease Control estimates that nearly 24 million people of all ages are afflicted with this chronic respiratory con...

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Science backs apple-a-day benefits

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A report commissioned by Horticulture Australia Ltd has catalogued the science-backed health benefits of the humble fruit, including reducing cholesterol and the risk of diabetes. 'They are a...

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Eating a Mediterranean diet may lower childhood asthma risk

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Children who eat a Mediterranean diet rich in fruits, vegetables and fish have a lower risk of asthma, scientists said. By studying data from 50,000 children aged eight to 12 from 20 countries, c...

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Alleviate colds and allergies: It's all in the air

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Since breathing is essential, it’s important to be in environments with good air quality. Your home and car are two places where you can have control over the air quality. The following products can m...

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Top tips to maximize air quality in your abode

Posted in: Asthma Articles
Your home is a sanctuary provided that you employ the proper measures to make it comfortable and livable at all times. One thing you must focus on is ensuring that the indoor air quality is at its bes...

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Survey shows how we ignore lungs

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For Australian women, it's their brains. Men say it's their hearts. A new poll asked participants to nominate their most important organ from a choice of lungs, liver, heart, stomach, kidneys, pan...

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Breathless in the city?

Posted in: Asthma Articles
Asthma may occur due to environmental and genetic factors. Other triggers could be cold weather and pollutants. Modern life is full of hassles, deadlines, frustrations and demands. For many peop...

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Insufficient vitamin D tied to severe asthma attacks in children

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The study found that children with vitamin-D 'insufficiency' were more likely to have an asthma attack that required a trip to the hospital.     The study, which followed more than 1,000 ...

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How caffeine affects asthma

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Caffeine is a mild natural antihistamine. It is similar to the Theophylline that was commonly used to control asthma before more effective treatments were discovered. Research shows that 2 cups of str...

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