Articles tagged with Asthma
A new multi-national survey found that nearly one-tenth of work hours are missed by asthma sufferers, resulting in significant productivity loss. Additionally, workers reported feeling embarrassed, ashamed, and inferior when using inhalers at work.
A team of international scientists uncovered a previously unclear inflammatory mechanism caused by airborne particles that worsen asthma symptoms. Diesel fumes activate AhR receptors in immune cells, leading to increased production of inflammatory molecules.
A study found that reducing nitrogen dioxide levels can lower childhood asthma incidence rates by up to 27.6%. The analysis estimated benefits of fine particulate matter reduction were smaller but still significant, suggesting stricter air quality standards could lead to public health gains.
A new Northwestern University study found that positive family relationships can buffer children from the negative effects of difficult neighborhood conditions on asthma management. Children living in high-danger neighborhoods with better family relationships had fewer symptoms and improved pulmonary function.
Infants with eczema are at risk of developing food allergies, hay fever, and asthma as they grow older. Moisturizers can help prevent these conditions by protecting the skin barrier.
A chaotic household environment is associated with worse asthma control in urban minority children, according to a new study published in Pediatrics. The researchers found that parent and childhood depressive symptoms are linked to poorer asthma outcomes, while family chaos explained part of this relationship.
Researchers from Mount Sinai highlight the importance of multidimensional data for stratifying a complex disease like asthma. Carefully designed, integrated multi-'omic' studies could accelerate precision medicine for asthma patients by defining asthma subtypes through transcriptomics and other omic approaches.
Research reveals 'back to school asthma' peaks in September, with higher rates of GP consultations for worsening bouts among under 5s and boys. The study suggests multiple factors may be involved, including changes in weather, air pollution, and stress.
Scientists have created a detailed anatomical map of the respiratory airways, producing the first draft Human Cell Atlas of the lung. The study revealed an entirely new cell state that produces mucus in asthma patients, and large differences between normal and asthmatic lungs.
A study discovered that farm-like indoor microbiota protects children from asthma in urban homes, with a key characteristic being large abundance of outdoor environment bacteria. The presence of these beneficial microbes may help develop mechanisms protecting against asthma.
A Mount Sinai study found improved asthma control and quality of life in older patients, with a significant reduction in emergency department visits. The study tested a patient-tailored self-management support intervention, which targeted social determinants of health and achieved meaningful improvements.
A new study found that prenatal exposure to paternal tobacco smoking is associated with increased methylation of immune genes, which alters how the genetic code is read. This leads to a higher risk of developing childhood asthma.
A joint ATS and European Respiratory Society statement reveals that occupational hazards contribute to over 1 in 10 cases of non-cancerous lung diseases, including asthma and COPD. The study estimates the burden of these conditions, highlighting a need for policy makers to prioritize prevention among working women and men worldwide.
A pilot program using smartphones to detect asthma triggers is launching in Washington D.C., aiming to improve child well-being and create healthier homes. The project, led by Children's National Hospital, will use video conferencing to identify potential housing triggers with families.
Researchers discovered Charcot-Leyden Crystals are abundant in airway mucus, stimulate immune system and promote inflammation, which can be treated with newly developed antibodies. These antibodies can dissolve the crystals to reduce asthma features.
Patients with severe asthma have reduced microbiome diversity, highlighting a potential relationship between neutrophils and the microbiome. This finding may lead to new targeted asthma therapies by better understanding the link between these two factors.
Research presented at ATS 2019 suggests that violence exposure and depression may contribute to the development of asthma in high school students. Additionally, promoting healthy lifestyle habits such as a balanced diet and regular exercise may help reduce the risk of asthma in adolescents.
Residents of historically redlined neighborhoods are more than twice as likely to visit emergency rooms for asthma, with significantly higher levels of diesel particulate matter in the air. Poverty and psychosocial stresses associated with living in divested neighborhoods also contribute to the disparity.
Research reveals a surprising connection between redlining practices and increased asthma-related emergency room visits in affected neighborhoods. Residents of redlined areas experienced 13.9 more asthma-related ER visits annually per 10,000 people compared to non-redlined communities.
A review of nearly 2.5 million patient records found that regions with greater primary care usage had lower respiratory failure admissions, particularly among patients with chronic diseases like asthma and COPD. This suggests that more primary care may reduce rates of respiratory failure and ICU admissions.
A USC study tracking Southern California children over 20 years found a 20% decrease in new asthma cases due to reduced PM2.5 levels. Nitrogen dioxide and particulate matter reductions also led to lower asthma rates.
In a Phase 2 trial, RTB101 reduced the incidence of respiratory tract infections by 68.9% in adults with asthma over 16 weeks. The therapy was well-tolerated and effective during winter cold and flu season.
Research suggests DGKζ enzyme plays a role in suppressing runaway inflammation in asthma. The enzyme's deletion in mouse T cells led to reduced inflammation and airway hyper-responsiveness, two hallmarks of the disease.
Patients with severe eosinophilic asthma continued to experience fewer exacerbations and improved pulmonary function with long-term benralizumab treatment. The BORA study found that the risk of infection did not increase over time, and long-term use was well-tolerated.
A recent study of nearly 300 patients with mild persistent asthma found that inhaled steroids were no more effective than placebo in nearly three-fourths of the study patients. However, for those with high levels of eosinophils, inhaled steroids were better than placebo, suggesting a potential new approach to targeting specific therapies.
A new £2m project, ACACIA, aims to improve asthma control in African children aged 12-16. The study will design and test a school-based intervention to address asthma knowledge and stigma.
A study published in Pediatrics found that children using the eAsthma Tracker app had improved asthma control, reduced emergency department visits, and increased school attendance. The app helps parents and doctors monitor symptoms and intervene early to prevent flare-ups, leading to better disease management and quality of life.
A recent genome-wide association study found that childhood-onset asthma is associated with nearly three times as many genes as adult-onset asthma. The study identified 61 independent asthma-related genes, with most being specific to childhood onset. The findings suggest different mechanisms cause the inception of asthma in childhood c...
A recent study found that nearly half of children hospitalized for asthma demonstrate improper inhaler use, with adolescents being the most common offenders. The study highlights the importance of proper inhaler technique in managing asthma, particularly among older teens who may feel they no longer need a spacer device.
A large GWAS study identified novel loci associated with asthma susceptibility, including the gene IL1RL1 and HLA-DQA1, in four major ethnic groups. The study suggests unique biological pathways contribute to asthma susceptibility across different ethnicities.
A study published in The Lancet Planetary Health estimates that traffic-related air pollution is associated with 170 new cases of traffic pollution-related asthma per 100,000 children every year. Globally, 13% of childhood asthma cases diagnosed each year are linked to traffic pollution.
A recent study estimates that 4 million children worldwide develop asthma each year due to exposure to nitrogen dioxide pollution. The study found that urban areas account for 64% of these new cases, and cities with high NO2 concentrations also experience high levels of greenhouse gas emissions.
The study reveals that different grass pollens can cause varying reactions in allergy sufferers and people with asthma. By analyzing environmental DNA, researchers identified links between certain pollen types and days with increased asthma attacks or intense hay fever symptoms.
Researchers tracked grass pollen for seasonal variations and found it was released into the atmosphere later in areas further from the equator. The study aims to create a unique profile of each grass pollen species to determine the most harmful strains.
Researchers created an interactive heat map and city-by-city table detailing the distribution of childhood asthma due to traffic-related air pollution across the United States. Between 2000 and 2010, asthma cases attributable to traffic-related air pollution decreased by 33%, with over 140,000 cases reported in 2010.
Research suggests that higher circulating SHBG levels are associated with a lower risk of asthma, particularly in women. The study found that higher SHBG levels were linked to around a 14% lower odds of asthma, although the exact mechanism is unclear.
A six-month study of children with asthma found that higher omega-3 fatty acid intake was associated with lower odds of daytime asthma symptoms in response to indoor air pollution. Conversely, higher omega-6 intake was linked to more severe asthma and increased inflammation. The study suggests that dietary recommendations can help prot...
Research suggests that omega-3 fatty acids can modify asthma severity and response to indoor air pollution in children, while higher levels of omega-6 may exacerbate the condition. The study found a correlation between increased neutrophils in response to particulate pollution and higher levels of omega-6 in the diet.
A new study suggests that the adipose hormone aP2 is associated with obesity-related asthma and may be a key factor in its development. Higher levels of aP2 were found in people with overweight or obesity who also had asthma, suggesting a potential link between the two conditions.
A recent study by Professor Andreas Lopata found that consuming certain types of n-3 fatty acids from marine oils can decrease asthma risk by up to 62%, while high n-6 consumption increases risk by up to 67%. This research suggests a potential link between fish consumption and reduced asthma severity.
Researchers at the University of Akron aim to understand how lipid mediators exacerbate asthma symptoms, hoping to discover new treatments. The study will combine leukotriene and prostaglandin blockers to create a more potent asthma treatment.
A study of nearly 500,000 women found that taking paracetamol or other painkillers during pregnancy increases the risk of asthma in children, but the risk is similar when other types of painkillers are used. The research suggests that another factor linked to painkiller use and asthma risk may be chronic pain and stress.
A randomized clinical trial found no association between high-dose vitamin D supplementation during pregnancy and the risk of asthma in children at age 6. The study followed 545 children whose mothers received either high-dose or standard-dose vitamin D supplementation.
A new study found that urban children with poorly controlled asthma experience higher school absences and lower academic performance. Ethnic minority children, particularly Latino kids, face greater disparities in academic outcomes due to unique stressors related to their background and migration experiences.
A recent study found that vitamin D levels can modify the response to indoor air pollution in obese urban children with asthma. The research team identified a significant link between low blood vitamin D levels and respiratory problems, as well as an inverse relationship between high blood vitamin D levels and asthma symptoms.
A study of 936 asthma patients found that obesity and older age were linked to higher risks of airway closure. Therapies targeting airway closure may be crucial for these patients.
Researchers from Imperial College London tracked 613,377 babies up to age 5, finding those admitted for bronchiolitis had a fivefold risk of subsequent asthma and respiratory admissions. Breastfeeding, tobacco exposure, and environmental factors contribute to the increased risk.
Children who were exclusively breastfed for three months or longer had significantly lower odds of having eczema at age 6. This study found that exclusive breastfeeding may protect children from experiencing extended flare-ups of eczema.
A new computational tool has identified 12 variables that can predict which severe asthma patients are likely to benefit from treatment with systemic corticosteroids. This tool will help physicians alleviate suffering for patients who do not respond well to mainline therapy.
A new study has identified areas of chromosomes associated with higher rates of asthma in those of African ancestry. The research used advanced technology to identify loci on chromosome 17q12-21, which may contribute to the increased risk of asthma in this population.
A new electronic decision support tool has shown promise in improving asthma care, with a 45% increase in patients receiving asthma action plans and a 59% increase in asthma control assessments. The system uses data from patient questionnaires to provide personalized recommendations for clinicians.
A new asthma pill has shown promising results in reducing airway muscle and inflammation, potentially leading to improved symptoms and reduced attacks. The investigational drug, Fevipiprant, may also reduce the need for oral steroids, a common treatment for severe asthma.
Researchers created a wearable, disposable respiration monitor with high-fidelity readings using inexpensive sensors from Shrinky Dinks. The device helps track breath rate and volume, aiding asthma and cystic fibrosis patients.
A new study published in Environmental Research found that people living in drafty homes in low-income, urban communities are at a higher risk of respiratory health issues such as asthma. The study revealed that residents in homes with the highest air-exchange rates were more likely to report chronic cough and asthma-like symptoms.
A new study published in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society found that Puerto Rican children were more than five times as likely as Mexican American children to have poor adherence to asthma control medications. Girls of both ethnic groups were also more likely to have poor or decreasing use of the medications.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine found that calorie restriction prevented asthma symptoms in mice, regardless of diet composition. The study's results add to evidence supporting links between obesity, inflammation, and asthma, highlighting the value of anti-inflammatory drugs in treating asthma symptoms in obese individuals.
A study published in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society found that four grams of fish oil per day for six months did not improve asthma control in adolescents and young adults with uncontrolled asthma. The researchers suggested that obesity may cause systemic inflammation, which reduces the effectiveness of anti-inflammatory t...
Researchers in Leicester are investigating the use of antibiotics to treat certain types of severe asthma, a condition affecting 1 in 20 people with asthma. The study aims to identify patients with specific subtypes of severe asthma and test new oral treatments, including doxycycline and dexpramipexole.
Researchers found that teenagers with asthma or eczema had the same levels of physical activity as their peers without these conditions. However, obese teenagers were less active and experienced increased periods of inactivity. The study used data from over 6,400 teenagers aged 12-16.
A recent study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology analyzed data from the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute's Severe Asthma Research Program. The research found that African American patients are more likely to experience emergency hospital visits for asthma and have poorer asthma outcomes due to socioecon...