asthma Archives

Environmental exposures early in life modify immune response | Finland

The prevalence of allergic diseases has increased significantly over the last decades, creating substantial financial and societal burdens. Due to […]

DuoResp Spiromax

DuoResp Spiromax (budesonide; formoterol fumarate dihydrate) is used in the treatment of asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Cord blood clue to respiratory diseases

New research has found children born in the last three months of the year in Melbourne may have a greater […]

High-dose steroids don’t prevent asthma flare-ups

High-doses of glucocorticoids are not effective in preventing life-threatening asthma exacerbations, according to a landmark study published in The New […]

Breathing exercises help asthma patients with quality of life

A study led by the University of Southampton has found that people who continue to get problems from their asthma, […]

Stem cells a potential asthma treatment

A study led by scientists at Monash University has shown that a new therapy developed through stem cell technology holds […]

Better pollen warnings for asthmatics may prevent hospital visits

Asthmatics may be able to avoid going to hospital with early warning and better understanding of the pollen in their […]

Novel app to help young people control asthma

A new mobile application (app) launched on World Asthma Day will support young people to manage their asthma and improve […]

Bitter taste receptors hold key to treating asthma

In summary: Research has shown the stimulation of bitter taste receptors can relieve features of allergic asthma The findings give […]

The six top chronic health issues affecting Australians: new research

Hypertension (high blood pressure), osteoarthritis, hyperlipidaemia (high cholesterol), depression, anxiety, and asthma are the six most common chronic health conditions […]