Allergies & Asthma
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Herb warning as vaccine offers ragweed hope
People with asthma should not rely on herbal remedies, experts have warned. Read more
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Children’s allergies often not seen in tests
Not all toddlers with allergies will continue to have the problem into adulthood, experts say. Read more
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Inhaler failings probed
British researchers are probing why asthma relief inhalers sometimes may make asthma worse – and what can be done about it. Read more
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Freeze threat to asthma
People with asthma have been urged to take extra precautions against the freezing weather gripping the northern hemisphere. Read more
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Asthma gene offers hope
Scientists have found a new gene, which may open up a range of new treatments for childhood asthma, it was announced last night. Read more
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Lung health genes found
British scientists say they have made a medical breakthrough in discovering five genes linked to the health of the lung. Read more
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Pre-birth bacteria exposure may prevent allergies
It’s been thought for a long time that child-hood exposure to bacteria reduces the risk of asthma and allergy – but new findings suggest this begins in the womb. Read more
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Skin bugs may fight allergy
Post-natal care lacking – UK mums New mothers in Britain are increasingly critical of the care they receive after birth, a survey revealed today. Read more
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Pregnancy vitamin link to asthma claim
Researchers say they have found a link between the folic acid supplements that women take in pregnancy and rising rates of asthma. Read more
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Allergic reaction does not rule out future vaccines
Experts say that children who have an allergic reaction to one vaccine should be examined and might be able to have other vaccines. Read more