Sinuses in the face are air the spaces that develop from the nasal passages and help with air humidification and mucus secretion. Inflammation of the sinuses may decrease the... Read more ...
Dry, cold winter air may lead you to consider running a humidifier. But if you have allergies, the device may not be the best choice. The American Academy of Allergy Asthma and... Read more ...
Restaurants aren't off-limits if you have a severe food allergy, but you should plan ahead to make sure you stay safe. The Food Allergy Research and Education website advises... Read more ...
Implanting coils in the lungs may help improve the ability to exercise in people with severe emphysema, a new study suggests. Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive... Read more ...
Smoke, dust, ozone and other air pollutants can be hazardous to your health. That's especially true if you have a chronic condition such as asthma. The American Academy of Family... Read more ...
Zafirlukast is used for the treatment of chronic asthma. It also is effective in preventing exercise-induced asthma and in... Read more ...
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Sinusitis or sinus infection is inflammation of the air cavities within the passages of the nose. Sinusitis can be caused by infection, allergies, and chemical or particulate irritation... Read more ...
Long-term exposure to high levels of ozone may increase the risk of a deadly lung condition among critically ill patients, a new study finds. Researchers looked at more than 1,500 such... Read more ...
If you suspect you're allergic to your pet, be on the lookout for typical symptoms. The American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology mentions these potential signs of... Read more ...
Rates of childhood asthma appear to have plateaued, except among the poor and kids aged 10 to 17, U.S. health officials report. Researchers found that childhood asthma rates... Read more ...
Watch this slideshow of the worst smog cities in America. See the 10 cities with the most polluted, unclean and smoggy air... Read more ...
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