Asthma is a chronic condition which causes your airways to become sore and swollen. This is due to the airways becoming inflamed by everything from allergens (such as mold, pollen, and animal dander), to air pollution or even exercise. In the United States, it is estimated that approximately 20 million people suffer from asthma. Unfortunately, …
5 of the Most Common New York Allergies New York is home to various attractions, including an active nightlife and endless things to see and do. However, city pollution and wet weather also provide the perfect environment for common allergens to run rampant, much to the discomfort of New York allergy sufferers. If you are …
Asthma Attacks: 5 Valuable Lessons It can be a very frightening time when a parent finds out that their child has asthma. Although asthma has no cure, there are a number of treatment options available that can be used to make the condition manageable. The first step, in helping your child adapt to their new …
Air Pollutants and Respiratory Problems The September 11th terrorist attacks were incredibly devastating for New York City. In addition to the thousands of people who lost their lives that day, the destruction of the World Trade Center released a vast amount of pollutants into the air. In fact, the varied amount of hazardous materials, released …
For allergy and asthma sufferers, a big part of making sure their conditions don’t negatively affect their quality of life consists of avoiding potential triggers. Traditionally, it’s recommended that those with asthma and allergies make sure their homes and work areas are free from irritating substances such as mold spores, pet dander, dust mites, plant pollen, smoke, …
A recent study made an intriguing discovery about the relationship between video games and asthma. Over the course of an 8 week experiment, carried out by researchers from the Nove de Julho University in Brazil, it was found that children who played an active video game for at least 30 minutes a day had reduced pulmonary inflammation and improved lung function. …
