Many people with asthma avoid exercise because they’re afraid it could trigger symptoms or even a full-blown asthma attack. But a new study finds that not only is it safe for people with asthma to exercise, but doing so could reduce their risk of asthma symptoms and attacks.
November through March winter weather often causes stagnant air that traps air pollution from outdoor burning, wood stoves, and fireplaces gets trapped near the ground.
Ridding homes and offices of mold can help reduce respiratory infections and symptoms of asthma, but the best way to eliminate the mold remains unclear.
About 30% of asthma patients saw breathing improve after immunotherapy injections. Side effects ranging from mild to severe were common — but fatalities extremely rare.
Tilade Inhaler, Alupent Inhalation Aerosol, Azmacort Inhalation Aerosol, Intal Inhaler, Aerobid Inhaler System, Combivent Inhalation Aerosol and Maxair Autohaler to be phased out.
Winter weather can create stagnant air that traps air pollutants close to the ground.
Learn about pulmonary health and wellness as we discuss common symptoms of a variety of pulmonary diseases, symptoms to be cautious of and strategies for maintaining the best pulmonary health. Fee: $5 Registration required: 206-386-2502 or online. Location: Swedish Medical Center – Cherry Hill Campus Swedish Education and Conference Center, Room D 500 – 17th [...]
The Guangdayuan Brand Dried Sweet Potato has been recalled because it contains sulfites that are not declared on its list of ingredients. “People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume this product,” the distributor warns. The product, which is sold nationwide, is packaged in an un-coded, [...]
Air on Seattle school buses contains considerably more harmful airborne particles than the surrounding outside air, researchers at the University of Washington report. In the study, the researchers measured levels of small particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs where they can release harmful chemicals and have been linked to respiratory diseases and other [...]
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Lost in translation: Lack of trained interpreters can lead to medical errors
Interpreter services at hospitals and other medical settings are often inadequate, forcing family members, including children, to step in, or the task falls to medical staff members who may not speak the language well.
Some insurers deny ER coverage to people who have been drinking
Laws in more than half the states permit insurers to deny payment for medical services related to alcohol or drug use. Faced with the prospect of not getting paid for care, some ER personnel sidestep the problem by simply not testing patients’ blood or urine for alcohol.
Travel insurance can protect your wallet — and your health on vacation
Think your regular health insurance policy will cover you if you get into medical trouble overseas?
Don’t bet on it.
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