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Asthma Biologics OK During Pregnancy if Patient Agrees, Consensus Statement Says

β€” Safety data sparse, but asthma control often worsens in pregnancy

9 Hrs Ago
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Recent Developments in Seasonal Allergies

Oral phenylephrine saga, immunotherapy safety, climate change, and more

Sep 03, 2024
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Neffy Is About to Hit Shelves: Considerations for Prescribing

The first needle-free epinephrine option is encouraging, but we must proceed with caution

Sep 03, 2024
Emissions of Asthma, COPD Inhalers Covered by CMS Equal to 225K Homes' Electricity

Propellants in metered-dose inhalers are the biggest culprit

Aug 29, 2024
Where Does Nasal Spray Epinephrine Fit in Allergy Treatment?

Hope is that patients will have less hesitation about reaching for epinephrine

Aug 20, 2024
Emissions of Asthma, COPD Inhalers Covered by CMS Equal to 225K Homes' Electricity

Propellants in metered-dose inhalers are the biggest culprit

Where Does Nasal Spray Epinephrine Fit in Allergy Treatment?

Hope is that patients will have less hesitation about reaching for epinephrine

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Disney Drops Bid to Get Doc's Allergy-Death Lawsuit Tossed Because of Disney+ Plan

Company originally said widower couldn't sue because he agreed to fine print in streaming service

Aug 20, 2024
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Researchers Hit the Road to Learn Why CVD and COPD Are Rampant in the Rural South

"No race is spared, although people of color fare worse," says project leader

Aug 19, 2024
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Disney Wants Lawsuit Over Doc's Allergy Death Tossed Because of Disney+ Subscription

Disney claims plaintiff agreed to arbitration provision when signing up for streaming service

Aug 15, 2024
A Disney logo forms part of a Disney Plus menu on a computer screen in Walpole, Mass.
FDA Approves First Emergency Allergy Nasal Spray

Neffy is a non-needle-based epinephrine treatment for anaphylaxis and other allergic reactions

Aug 09, 2024
 FDA APPROVED epinephrine nasal spray (neffy) over a photo of the product.
Justice Ginsburg's Health Records Leaked; How Sinead O'Connor Died; H5N1 Stockpiles

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Jul 30, 2024
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Xenotransplant Research Yields Bacon Safe for Some People Allergic to Red Meat

Company that breeds the special pigs shares supply with allergy patients for free

Jul 22, 2024
A photo of David Ayares holding a package of frozen meat during an interview at the company’s offices in Blacksburg, Virginia
Safety Flagged for Long-Term Oral Corticosteroids for Eczema

Over 90 days of exposure linked to adverse events

Jul 19, 2024
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Can People Be Allergic to Coconut?

The FDA considers it a "tree nut" even though it's a fruit

Jul 19, 2024
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Primary Care COPD Clinic Could Be a Model for Lasting Survival Benefit

Nonphysician program linked to lower all- and specific-cause mortality risks

Jul 05, 2024
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Prevalence of Asthma Symptoms Lower for Kids Who Got COVID Vax

Data further support recommendations to vaccinate, physician says

Jul 03, 2024
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Air Pollution in Childhood Tied to Bronchitis Symptoms in Adulthood

Link largely persisted when researchers adjusted for childhood respiratory conditions

Jul 01, 2024
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Climate Change and Its Negative Effects on Lung Health

Gregory Downey, MD, explains how rising temperatures are driving respiratory health problems

Jun 27, 2024
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The Dirty Truth About Scented Candles

YouTuber and physician Dr. Mike discusses possible dangers of burning candles

Jun 27, 2024
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FDA Approves Novel Nebulized Therapy for COPD

First-in-class dual phosphodiesterase inhibitor lands broad indication for COPD maintenance

Jun 27, 2024
FDA APPROVED ensifentrine (Ohtuvayre) over a computer rendering of transparent lungs.
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