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Sizing up your options for hay fever relief
Sizing up your options for hay fever relief
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, a number of treatments can help relieve symptoms such as sneezing and itchy eyes, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says.More >>
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, a number of treatments can help relieve symptoms such as sneezing and itchy eyes, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says.More >>
Too-clean homes may encourage child allergies, asthma
Too-clean homes may encourage child allergies, asthma
Cleanliness may be next to godliness, but a home that's too clean can leave a newborn child vulnerable to allergies and asthma later in life, a new study reports.More >>
Cleanliness may be next to godliness, but a home that's too clean can leave a newborn child vulnerable to allergies and asthma later in life, a new study reports.More >>
Yoga may not help ease asthma
Yoga may not help ease asthma
Although yoga is believed to boost physical and mental health, it does not seem to help ease symptoms of asthma, a new study finds.More >>
Although yoga is believed to boost physical and mental health, it does not seem to help ease symptoms of asthma, a new study finds.More >>
Cancer, heart disease not likely killers of those over 100
Cancer, heart disease not likely killers of those over 100
Pneumonia and frailty are more likely to be the cause of death among people aged 100 and older, rather than chronic conditions such as cancer or heart disease, new research shows.More >>
Pneumonia and frailty are more likely to be the cause of death among people aged 100 and older, rather than chronic conditions such as cancer or heart disease, new research shows.More >>
CDC: 3rd suspected MERS case was false alarm
CDC: 3rd suspected MERS case was false alarm
An Illinois man thought to have contracted the potentially fatal MERS virus from a business associate was not infected after all, federal health officials said Wednesday.More >>
An Illinois man thought to have contracted the potentially fatal MERS virus from a business associate was not infected after all, federal health officials said Wednesday.More >>
Costs a barrier to asthma care for some kids
Costs a barrier to asthma care for some kids
High health insurance co-pays in the United States increase the odds that children with asthma will miss out on important doctor visits and preventive medications, a new survey finds.More >>
High health insurance co-pays in the United States increase the odds that children with asthma will miss out on important doctor visits and preventive medications, a new survey finds.More >>
Children's asthma linked to air pollution in 2nd trimester
Children's asthma linked to air pollution in 2nd trimester
Babies born to women exposed to fine particle air pollution during the second trimester of pregnancy may be at greater risk for developing asthma in early childhood, according to a new study.More >>
Babies born to women exposed to fine particle air pollution during the second trimester of pregnancy may be at greater risk for developing asthma in early childhood, according to a new study.More >>
Florida MERS patient released from hospital
Florida MERS patient released from hospital
One of three patients in the United States diagnosed with the MERS virus has been released from an Orlando, Fla., hospital, officials said Monday.More >>
One of three patients in the United States diagnosed with the MERS virus has been released from an Orlando, Fla., hospital, officials said Monday.More >>
2 drugs offer hope for fatal lung disease
2 drugs offer hope for fatal lung disease
A pair of drugs offers new hope to patients with a progressive, fatal disease that robs their breath by scarring the lungs, according to clinical trial results.More >>
A pair of drugs offers new hope to patients with a progressive, fatal disease that robs their breath by scarring the lungs, according to clinical trial results.More >>
Third U.S. man tests positive for MERS virus
Third U.S. man tests positive for MERS virus
A third U.S. man has tested positive for the MERS virus but shows no signs of the illness, federal health officials reported Saturday.More >>
A third U.S. man has tested positive for the MERS virus but shows no signs of the illness, federal health officials reported Saturday.More >>
Study probes link between early antibiotic use, asthma
Study probes link between early antibiotic use, asthma
Children treated with antibiotics in their first year of life may face more than twice the risk of developing asthma later in life.More >>
Children treated with antibiotics in their first year of life may face more than twice the risk of developing asthma later in life.More >>
MERS not yet a public health emergency
MERS not yet a public health emergency
The World Health Organization says that, while there's growing concern about infections caused by the MERS virus, the threat does not yet constitute a public health emergency.More >>
The World Health Organization says that, while there's growing concern about infections caused by the MERS virus, the threat does not yet constitute a public health emergency.More >>
Two Fla. hospital workers who treated MERS patient fall ill
Two Fla. hospital workers who treated MERS patient fall ill
Two Florida hospital workers who helped treat a man with the second diagnosed case of MERS in the United States have developed respiratory symptoms, according to published reports.More >>
Two Florida hospital workers who helped treat a man with the second diagnosed case of MERS in the United States have developed respiratory symptoms, according to published reports.More >>
E-cigarette vapor contains potentially harmful particles
E-cigarette vapor contains potentially harmful particles
E-cigarettes may not be as harmless as they initially seemed. New research suggests that e-cigarette vapor produces tiny particles that users suck deep into their lungs.More >>
E-cigarettes may not be as harmless as they initially seemed. New research suggests that e-cigarette vapor produces tiny particles that users suck deep into their lungs, potentially causing or worsening respiratory diseases.More >>
First US MERS patient may be released from hospital soon
First US MERS patient may be released from hospital soon
The man hospitalized in Indiana with the first U.S. case of a potentially fatal respiratory virus that initially surfaced in the Middle East two years ago is improving and could be released from the hospital soon.More >>
The man hospitalized in Indiana with the first U.S. case of a potentially fatal respiratory virus that initially surfaced in the Middle East two years ago is improving and could be released from the hospital soon.More >>
FDA panel says no to over-the-counter allergy drug Singulair
FDA panel says no to over-the-counter allergy drug Singulair
A panel of expert advisors to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday voted overwhelmingly against moving the allergy drug Singulair from prescription to over-the-counter status.More >>
A panel of expert advisors to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday voted overwhelmingly against moving the allergy drug Singulair from prescription to over-the-counter status.More >>
1st U.S. MERS patient improving
1st U.S. MERS patient improving
A man hospitalized in Indiana with the first U.S. case of a deadly respiratory virus that initially surfaced in the Middle East two years ago is improving, state health officials reported Saturday.More >>
A man hospitalized in Indiana with the first U.S. case of a deadly respiratory virus that initially surfaced in the Middle East two years ago is improving, state health officials reported Saturday.More >>
Southeastern states have highest rates of preventable deaths
Southeastern states have highest rates of preventable deaths
People in the southeastern United States have a much greater risk of dying early from any of the nation's five leading causes of death, federal health officials reported Thursday.More >>
People in the southeastern United States have a much greater risk of dying early from any of the nation's five leading causes of death, federal health officials reported Thursday.More >>
Smoke-free laws may help prevent copd hospitalizations
Smoke-free laws may help prevent copd hospitalizations
People who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, are less likely to be hospitalized for breathing problems if they live in an area where local laws prohibit smoking in public spaces including bars,...More >>
People who have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, are less likely to be hospitalized for breathing problems if they live in an area where local laws prohibit smoking in public spaces including bars,...More >>
Winter's polar vortex ushers in spring's 'pollen vortex'
Winter's polar vortex ushers in spring's 'pollen vortex'
You may have survived the worst this winter's polar vortex had to throw at you, but if you suffer from allergies, better brace yourself for its sibling -- the "pollen vortex."More >>
You may have survived the worst this winter's polar vortex had to throw at you, but if you suffer from allergies, better brace yourself for its sibling -- the "pollen vortex."More >>
FDA to propose e-cigarette regulations
FDA to propose e-cigarette regulations
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is proposing long-awaited regulations governing the fast-growing electronic cigarette industry.More >>
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is proposing long-awaited regulations governing the fast-growing electronic cigarette industry.More >>
Spring cleaning helps stave off allergy symptoms
Spring cleaning helps stave off allergy symptoms
For allergy sufferers, spring cleaning does more than make their home look nice -- it can help prevent allergy symptoms.More >>
For allergy sufferers, spring cleaning does more than make their home look nice -- it can help prevent allergy symptoms.More >>
So long snow, hello pollen
So long snow, hello pollen
Although it still feels like winter in many parts of the United States, it's time to prepare for spring allergies, an expert says.More >>
Although it still feels like winter in many parts of the United States, it's time to prepare for spring allergies, an expert says.More >>
FDA approves under-the-tongue hay fever pill
FDA approves under-the-tongue hay fever pill
Just in time for the spring allergy season, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved a new under-the-tongue pill to treat hay fever caused by certain grass pollens.More >>
Just in time for the spring allergy season, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved a new under-the-tongue pill to treat hay fever caused by certain grass pollens.More >>
Smoking bans linked to drop in premature births, kids' asthma attacks
Smoking bans linked to drop in premature births, kids' asthma attacks
Bans on smoking in public places and the workplace in North America and Europe are linked to a 10 percent drop in premature births and the number of children going to the hospital for an asthma flare-up.More >>
Bans on smoking in public places and the workplace in North America and Europe are linked to a 10 percent drop in premature births and the number of children going to the hospital for an asthma flare-up.More >>
Hospital-related infections hit nearly 650,000 patients in 2011
Hospital-related infections hit nearly 650,000 patients in 2011
About one of every 25 U.S. hospital patients contracts an infection during their stay, and doctors can't say for certain why half those infections occur.More >>
About one of every 25 U.S. hospital patients contracts an infection during their stay, and doctors can't say for certain why half those infections occur.More >>
Lung ultrasound can spot risk of respiratory failure in pregnancy
Lung ultrasound can spot risk of respiratory failure in pregnancy
A lung ultrasound can quickly reveal if a pregnant woman with a serious condition called preeclampsia is at risk for respiratory failure, according to a new study.More >>
A lung ultrasound can quickly reveal if a pregnant woman with a serious condition called preeclampsia is at risk for respiratory failure, according to a new study.More >>
Allergy season springs into bloom
Allergy season springs into bloom
Many people are happy to see the end of this long, cold winter, but those with pollen allergies might not greet spring with open arms.More >>
Many people are happy to see the end of this long, cold winter, but those with pollen allergies might not greet spring with open arms.More >>
September peak month for kids' asthma flares
September peak month for kids' asthma flares
Many parents know that allergies are seasonal, but fewer may realize that the same is true of asthma: A new study suggests the riskiest time for children with asthma is September, as they head back to school.More >>
Many parents know that allergies are seasonal, but fewer may realize that the same is true of asthma: A new study suggests the riskiest time for children with asthma is September, as they head back to school.More >>
Allergy rates surprisingly similar across the U.S.
Allergy rates surprisingly similar across the U.S.
Wherever you live in the United States, allergy rates are mostly the same, but young children in southern states are more likely to suffer allergies than their peers in other places.More >>
Wherever you live in the United States, allergy rates are mostly the same, but young children in southern states are more likely to suffer allergies than their peers in other places.More >>
2-Mile daily walk might help fight COPD
2-Mile daily walk might help fight COPD
Taking daily walks of at least two miles can reduce hospitalizations from severe episodes of a life-threatening breathing disorder, new research suggests.More >>
Taking daily walks of at least two miles can reduce hospitalizations from severe episodes of a life-threatening breathing disorder, new research suggests.More >>
Food allergies have nearly doubled among black children
Food allergies have nearly doubled among black children
Over the past two decades, reports of food allergies have nearly doubled among black children, a new study reveals.More >>
Over the past two decades, reports of food allergies have nearly doubled among black children, a new study reveals.More >>
Common asthma meds may raise sleep apnea risk
Common asthma meds may raise sleep apnea risk
Medicines commonly used to control asthma may increase the risk of a potentially serious sleep problem in some people, a small, early study suggests.More >>
Medicines commonly used to control asthma may increase the risk of a potentially serious sleep problem in some people, a small, early study suggests.More >>
MERS virus that threatens humans also found in camels
MERS virus that threatens humans also found in camels
Scientists looking for the origin of the MERS virus, which has infected at least 182 people since 2012, have found that it is widespread among camels in Saudi Arabia.More >>
Scientists looking for the origin of the MERS virus, which has infected at least 182 people since 2012, have found that it is widespread among camels in Saudi Arabia.More >>
Flu hits unvaccinated hardest
Flu hits unvaccinated hardest
If you want to avoid the very worst of the flu, get a flu shot.More >>
If you want to avoid the very worst of the flu, get a flu shot.More >>
Old wood stoves a costly way to keep warm
Old wood stoves a costly way to keep warm
Although many people use indoor and outdoor wood heaters to save money on fuel costs, burning wood to stay warm during the cold winter months might not be cost-efficient, according to the U.S. Environmental...More >>
Although many people use indoor and outdoor wood heaters to save money on fuel costs, burning wood to stay warm during the cold winter months might not be cost-efficient, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.More >>
Expectant mothers' colds may affect baby
Expectant mothers' colds may affect baby
The more colds and other viral infections a woman has during pregnancy, the more likely her child is to have asthma, researchers report.More >>
The more colds and other viral infections a woman has during pregnancy, the more likely her child is to have asthma, researchers report.More >>
Gradual exposure to peanuts may help some allergic kids
Gradual exposure to peanuts may help some allergic kids
For children and teens with peanut allergies, a new type of treatment might be a step closer to becoming a reality, according to a preliminary study from England.More >>
For children and teens with peanut allergies, a new type of treatment might be a step closer to becoming a reality, according to a preliminary study from England.More >>
ERs not curbing overuse of antibiotics
ERs not curbing overuse of antibiotics
The inappropriate use of antibiotics among adult patients at U.S. emergency departments is not falling, despite increasing concerns about antibiotic resistance, a new study reveals.More >>
The inappropriate use of antibiotics among adult patients at U.S. emergency departments is not falling, despite increasing concerns about antibiotic resistance, a new study reveals.More >>
Stocking epinephrine in schools might save lives
Stocking epinephrine in schools might save lives
As a pediatrician at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Sarah Denny has seen her share of the life-threatening reactions that can happen with food allergies.More >>
As a pediatrician at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Sarah Denny has seen her share of the life-threatening reactions that can happen with food allergies.More >>
Antidepressants in pregnancy tied to slight risk of lung disorder in babies
Antidepressants in pregnancy tied to slight risk of lung disorder in babies
Taking certain antidepressants in late pregnancy more than doubles the odds of a lung complication in newborns, a new review says.More >>
Taking certain antidepressants in late pregnancy more than doubles the odds of a lung complication in newborns, a new review says.More >>
When a common cold becomes more dangerous for kids
When a common cold becomes more dangerous for kids
Frequent colds are a normal part of young children's lives, but sometimes a stuffy nose becomes a more severe lung infection. Now, a new study clarifies some of the factors that put certain kids at greater risk.More >>
Frequent colds are a normal part of young children's lives, but sometimes a stuffy nose becomes a more severe lung infection. Now, a new study clarifies some of the factors that put certain kids at greater risk.More >>
U.S. flu cases continue to climb
U.S. flu cases continue to climb
Flu season continues to tighten its grip on the United States, with 35 states now experiencing widespread influenza activity, federal officials reported Friday.More >>
Flu season continues to tighten its grip on the United States, with 35 states now experiencing widespread influenza activity, federal officials reported Friday.More >>
Preservative in baby wipes linked to rashes in some children
Preservative in baby wipes linked to rashes in some children
Researchers say they have pinpointed a preservative found in many popular wet wipes and baby wipes as the cause of allergic skin reactions in some children.More >>
Researchers say they have pinpointed a preservative found in many popular wet wipes and baby wipes as the cause of allergic skin reactions in some children.More >>
Ultramarathoners: How's their health?
Ultramarathoners: How's their health?
As ultramarathons become more popular, researchers have launched a long-term study of the runners who participate in these extremely long races.More >>
As ultramarathons become more popular, researchers have launched a long-term study of the runners who participate in these extremely long races.More >>
Temporary fever may occur when kids under 2 get 2 shots at once
Temporary fever may occur when kids under 2 get 2 shots at once
Young children who receive flu and pneumococcal vaccines at the same time are at increased risk for temporary fever, a new study reports.More >>
Young children who receive flu and pneumococcal vaccines at the same time are at increased risk for temporary fever, a new study reports.More >>
Tips for tackling winter allergy triggers
Tips for tackling winter allergy triggers
Winter can be a difficult time for people with allergies, but they can take steps to reduce their exposure to indoor triggers such as mold spores and dust mites, experts say.More >>
Winter can be a difficult time for people with allergies, but they can take steps to reduce their exposure to indoor triggers such as mold spores and dust mites, experts say.More >>
Probiotics don't prevent childhood asthma
Probiotics don't prevent childhood asthma
Probiotics -- friendly bacteria found in supplements and some yogurts -- don't prevent childhood asthma, but they may provide other health benefits, according to a new study.More >>
Probiotics -- friendly bacteria found in supplements and some yogurts -- don't prevent childhood asthma, but they may provide other health benefits, according to a new study.More >>
Nebulizers may not deliver full drug dose to kids with asthma
Nebulizers may not deliver full drug dose to kids with asthma
Nebulizers -- devices that transform liquid asthma medications into an easy-to-inhale mist -- aren't providing people with asthma a full dose of medication, according to a small new study.More >>
Nebulizers -- devices that transform liquid asthma medications into an easy-to-inhale mist -- aren't providing people with asthma a full dose of medication, according to a small new study.More >>
Too few Americans with asthma are getting flu shots
Too few Americans with asthma are getting flu shots
People with asthma face special risks from influenza, and a new report suggests far too few American asthma patients receive the seasonal flu shot.More >>
People with asthma face special risks from influenza, and a new report suggests far too few American asthma patients receive the seasonal flu shot.More >>
Nasal allergies, hay fever tied to more migraines
Nasal allergies, hay fever tied to more migraines
Allergies and hay fever may increase the number and severity of migraine headaches, according to a new study.More >>
Allergies and hay fever may increase the number and severity of migraine headaches, according to a new study.More >>
Kids hospitalized for flu need antiviral meds right away
Kids hospitalized for flu need antiviral meds right away
Kids near death because of severe flu infection have a better chance of survival if they are given antiviral medications early in their treatment, researchers say.More >>
Kids near death because of severe flu infection have a better chance of survival if they are given antiviral medications early in their treatment, researchers say.More >>
Breast milk with solid foods might stave off allergies
Breast milk with solid foods might stave off allergies
Giving babies solid food while still breast-feeding, and waiting until 17 weeks to do so, might protect the infants from food allergies, British researchers say.More >>
Giving babies solid food while still breast-feeding, and waiting until 17 weeks to do so, might protect the infants from food allergies, British researchers say.More >>
Women with asthma may take longer to get pregnant
Women with asthma may take longer to get pregnant
Women with asthma seem to experience delays in getting pregnant, Danish researchers report.More >>
Women with asthma seem to experience delays in getting pregnant, Danish researchers report.More >>
Cat allergies double among asthma sufferers
Cat allergies double among asthma sufferers
The number of people with asthma who are allergic to cats is on the rise -- it's doubled over 18 years, a new study finds.More >>
The number of people with asthma who are allergic to cats is on the rise -- it's doubled over 18 years, a new study finds.More >>
CVS Caremark to stop selling tobacco products
CVS Caremark to stop selling tobacco products
The national drug store chain CVS Caremark said Wednesday that it's phasing out the sale of tobacco products at its more than 7,600 stores across the United States.More >>
The national drug store chain CVS Caremark said Wednesday that it's phasing out the sale of tobacco products at its more than 7,600 stores across the United States.More >>

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