Health News Archives

Prenatal Nutrition, Postnatal Allergy Protection
Certain foods consumed during pregnancy might protect against asthma and eczema

Antifungal Drug May Help Ease Asthma
People sensitive to fungi may benefit from itraconazole, study finds

Climate Change May Boost Contact With Pollutants
Exposure to elevated ozone levels associated with increased hospital admissions

School Program Helps Cut Asthma Risks
Urban teens seem to benefit at a time when they're starting to control their own care

Secondhand Smoke Boosts Asthmatic Boys’ Behavior Woes
Nicotine could alter youngsters' nervous systems, researchers say

Decongestant Exposure Needs Closer Look
Study says pseudoephedrine for kids under 2 poses toxicity issues because of use patterns

Health Tip: Allergies to the Flu Shot
Who may have a reaction and shouldn't get the vaccine

An Allergy Checklist for Holiday Gatherings
Guests with asthma, respiratory disease will enjoy the party if hosts plan wisely

First Family Will Have Tough Time Finding Hypoallergenic Dog
Experts point out such a breed doesn't exist since allergens are also in canine skin

Early Life Peanut Consumption Might Prevent Allergy
But experts say study results aren't sufficient to counter current warnings