Air pollution
A comprehensive study by researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital has revealed that inhalers used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in the US. The study, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), estimated
Air pollution
Recent research by the Korea Institute of Toxicology has shed light on the exacerbating effects of inhaled particulate matter 2.5 (PM2.5) on airway inflammation and pulmonary fibrosis in allergic asthma. The study, published in Science of The Total Environment, highlights the critical role of macrophage plasticity in the
Asthma
Uncontrolled asthma is a significant concern worldwide, impacting the quality of life for millions of people. According to a recent report, despite advances in treatment and care, many patients with asthma still face delayed diagnoses, poor symptom control, and a reliance on emergency care. The Global Allergy and Airways Patient
Asthma
Uncontrolled asthma is a significant concern worldwide, impacting the quality of life for millions of people. According to a recent report, despite advances in treatment and care, many patients with asthma still face delayed diagnoses, poor symptom control, and a reliance on emergency care. The Global Allergy and Airways Patient
Asthma
Uncontrolled asthma is a significant concern worldwide, impacting the quality of life for millions of people. According to a recent report, despite advances in treatment and care, many patients with asthma still face delayed diagnoses, poor symptom control, and a reliance on emergency care. The Global Allergy and Airways Patient
Asthma
Researchers at Ottawa Health Research Institute conducted a trial to investigate the benefits of early diagnosis and treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by pulmonologists. The results showed that early diagnosis and treatment of asthma and COPD by pulmonologists improved healthcare utilization, respiratory symptoms, and quality of
Asthma
Researchers from China have discovered a strong correlation between depression and asthma, with individuals suffering from depression being more likely to develop asthma. The study analyzed data from the 2005 to 2023 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, involving 38,127 participants. The findings suggest that depression increases the risk
Asthma
A study published in the Journal of Managed Care & Specialty Pharmacy reveals that individuals with obesity-associated asthma (OAA) face significant challenges in accessing medication due to cost barriers, leading to poor health outcomes. The research, conducted by a team of researchers from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center,
Asthma
A recent study highlights the potential of smart inhaler systems in transforming paediatric asthma care by addressing fundamental problems affecting asthma outcomes, including medication adherence, inhalation technique, and reliever overuse. The research outlines key categories of smart inhalers and summarises the current evidence surrounding their use in children. However, technical
Asthma
Research conducted by the University of São Paulo and published in the ERJ Open Research journal has shed light on the minimal clinically important difference (MCID) for physical activity in people with moderate-to-severe asthma. The study aimed to estimate the MCID for physical activity in daily life (PADL) and moderate-to-vigorous
Asthma
Researchers at Ningxia Medical University have conducted a study on the effectiveness of biological agents in treating severe asthma. According to the study, asthma is a complex inflammatory condition that can be categorized into two main types: type 2 inflammatory asthma and non-type 2 inflammatory asthma. Type 2 inflammation is
Asthma
Research conducted at Inje University College of Medicine in Busan, South Korea, has found that biologics significantly improve quality of life in patients with severe asthma. The study, published in the World Allergy Organization Journal, evaluated the effectiveness of different biologics in treating severe asthma and found that they equally
