| Date | Title | Description |
| 25.06.2025 | The Asthma Dilemma: A Dangerous Misstep in Public Health Policy | In the realm of public health, few issues are as pressing as childhood asthma. It’s a silent storm, wreaking havoc on young lives. Yet, a recent report from the MAHA commission threatens to exacerbate this crisis. The implications are profo... |
| 25.06.2025 | The Asthma Dilemma: A Cloud Over Lifesaving Treatments | Asthma is a silent storm. It lurks in the lungs of millions, especially children. The recent MAHA report casts a shadow over the treatment landscape. Experts are sounding alarms. They fear that the report's conclusions could misguide policy... |
| 24.06.2025 | ‘Problematic’ MAHA report minimizes success of lifesaving asthma medicines, doctors say | Experts worry that the administration will set policy based on the assessment that would dissuade insurers from covering asthma prescriptions. They also say that the report’s assertions could worsen disparities that affect children’s access... |
| 13.05.2025 | Filtrete™ Brand Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for Expanded Range of Air Filters, including new Refillable Platform | Innovative solutions help improve indoor air quality and trap allergens
WASHINGTON, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program announce three additional Filtrete™ Air Filters and two recently... |
| 09.05.2025 | Breathing Easier: The Push for Asthma and Allergy Awareness in America | Every breath counts. For over 26 million Americans living with asthma and allergies, this is not just a saying; it’s a daily reality. May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, a time when advocacy groups rally to shed light on the... |
| 08.05.2025 | Alen BreatheSmart 35i, 45i, and 75i Air Purifiers Earn Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification | Alen BreatheSmart 35i, 45i, and 75i Air Purifiers Earn Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification
Science-backed certification helps consumers identify effective solutions to improve indoor air quality
WASHINGTON, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire-... |
| 07.05.2025 | Knauf North America Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for its Pipe and Tank Fiberglass Insulation Products | Knauf North America Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for its Pipe and Tank Fiberglass Insulation Products
Products aim to improve indoor air quality by addressing hidden spaces
WASHINGTON, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --... |
| 06.05.2025 | The AAAAI Stands for Patient Advocacy During National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month | AAAAI
Support Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month by Utilizing AAAAI Resources and Sharing Educational Materials
MILWAUKEE, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) and the Asthma and... |
| 23.04.2025 | Navigating the Storm: Spring Allergies and Financial Turbulence | Spring is a double-edged sword. It brings blooming flowers and warmer days, but it also ushers in a wave of allergies and financial uncertainty. As the seasons change, so do our challenges. Allergies spike, and economic pressures loom. Let’... |
| 21.04.2025 | Spring allergies are back. Here’s how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing | Which pollens cause allergies?
There are three main types of pollen. Earlier in the spring, tree pollen is the main culprit. After that grasses pollinate, followed by weeds in the late summer and early fall. FILE – The branches of an oak tr... |
| 20.02.2025 | Blueair Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification for Its Classic Pro CP7i Air Purifier | This designation expands choices for people seeking products to improve indoor air quality
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) proudly annou... |
| 19.02.2025 | Breathing Easier: The Rise of Asthma & Allergy Friendly Products | Indoor air quality is a silent battleground. Every breath we take can be filled with unseen enemies: pollen, dust, pet dander. For the 100 million Americans suffering from asthma and allergies, these irritants can turn a home into a hostile... |
| 17.02.2025 | Elevating Indoor Air Quality Standards: Kimberly-Clark's New Kleenex® Air Filters Earn Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification | Elevating Indoor Air Quality Standards: Kimberly-Clark’s New Kleenex® Air Filters Earn Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification
Kleenex® Elite Allergen Air Filters MERV 12 and 13 meet strict standards for capturing pollen, allergens, an... |
| 10.02.2025 | A Breath for Alessandra Announces 2025 Organizational Goals and Date of Annual Golf Outing & Dinner Fundraiser | A Breath for Alessandra was created to continue Alessandra’s legacy of helping others, especially those suffering from asthma and other conditions.
A Breath for Alessandra Charity
ABFA Annual Golf Outing and Dinner Fundraiser, will be held ... |
| 29.01.2025 | Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program Unveils New Branding to Enhance Consumer Awareness | Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program Unveils New Branding to Enhance Consumer Awareness
The Asthma & Allergy Friendly® Certification Program has unveiled a rebranded Certification Mark, providing a clear sign of science-... |
| 26.09.2024 | Knauf Insulation, Inc Earns asthma & allergy friendly® Certification for Its Residential Insulation Product Line | The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announced that Knauf Insulation has expanded its CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly® product line to include a range of residential insulation prod... |
| 12.06.2024 | Master Paints Eco Pure Earns Esteemed asthma & allergy friendly® Certification | Master Paints' Eco Pure range has earned the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification, meeting strict standards for low VOC emissions and minimal allergens. This certification underscores Master Paints' commitment to creating healthier ... |
| 06.06.2024 | asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program Amber Tringale Memorial Award Recipient Presents Research at EAACI Congress 2024 | asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program Amber Tringale Memorial Award Recipient Presents Research at EAACI Congress 2024
Sharmilee Nyenhuis, MD, recipient of the Amber Tringale Memorial Award presented research at EAACI 2024 on... |
| 02.06.2024 | New Cell Therapy Jab Could Offer Long-Term Asthma Relief with a Single Shot | By John Lopez
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Chinese scientists have developed a groundbreaking cell therapy that could provide long-t... |
| 20.05.2024 | Clean Your Air: Six Ways To Manage Allergens | (NAPSI)—As the warmer seasons unfold, a host of allergens and irritants become more prevalent, potentially disrupting your daily life and health—especially if you have asthma and allergies. According to the Allergy and Asthma Foundation of ... |
| 07.05.2024 | AAFA Co-Hosts Congressional Briefing Highlighting 25th Year of National Asthma Control Program | World Asthma Day offers opportunity to reflect on success, focus on the future
Washington, DC, May 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is celebrating the 25th year of the CDC’s National Asthma Co... |
| 01.05.2024 | Knauf Insulation,Inc Earns asthma & allergy friendly® Certification for its New Performance+ Portfolio of HVAC Fiberglass Insulation | Knauf's HVAC fiberglass insulation product line, Knauf Performance+, has achieved asthma & allergy friendly® Certification, demonstrating Knauf's dedication to promoting healthier indoor spaces through their advanced insulation products... |
| 26.04.2024 | Maryland Governor Signs Elijah's Law to Save Lives in Childcare Facilities | BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- On April 25, 2024, Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed Elijah's Law, mandating comprehensive anaphylaxis management in childcare facilities. Named after Elijah Silvera,... |
| 01.04.2024 | Seasonal allergies are here for spring 2024. What to know about symptoms and pollen count | If your sinuses haven't already alerted you, allergy season is upon us — and it's earlier and stronger than expected.
Spring weather is spreading quickly across the central part of the country, according to the USA National Phenology Networ... |
| 08.03.2024 | AAFA Statement on Asthma Inhaler Price Caps | - |
| 29.02.2024 | New Orleans' pollen-palooza is just getting started | Grab your tissues and Flonase, New Orleans, because the pollen has arrived.
Why it matters: New Orleans is one of the country's allergy capitals, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Driving the news: Live oaks are blo... |
| 29.12.2023 | There’s a less intimidating alternative to EpiPens for dangerous allergic reactions. Why won’t the FDA approve it? | My son Thomas has carried around a needle since he entered kindergarten at the age of 5. That was a big responsibility for a small child to carry an injector loaded with lifesaving epinephrine, but since he was 19 months old, he has worked ... |
| 24.10.2023 | Aiolos Bio Launches With $245M As Asthma-Focused Funding Accelerates | 8 Shares Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
Venture investors have long been keen backers of startups working on treatments for asthma and other respiratory ailments. Lately, it looks like activity is scaling up further.
On Tuesday, San Franci... |
| 05.06.2023 | 6 Ways To Fight Seasonal Allergies With a Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account | It’s estimated that the average person with seasonal allergies spends more than $16,000 over their adult life to pay for treatments that will relieve their symptoms. These high costs shouldn’t get in the way of people living their healthies... |
| 21.03.2023 | Desert Oasis Healthcare Partners with Rimidi to Help Improve Asthma Management for Patients using Teva Digihaler® Technology | Rimidi’s Respiratory Module, combined with the integration of Teva’s Digihaler system, has helped us quickly identify and assess patients' level of asthma control.
ATLANTA (PRWEB) March 21, 2023
Rimidi, a leading clinical management platfor... |
| 20.03.2023 | These are the best and worst cities to live in if you have seasonal allergies | Spring is here and with it come seasonal allergies.
Around 60 million people across the U.S. deal with allergies, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but some of them will have an easier time this season. A new Asth... |
| 20.12.2022 | Home allergy testing company Nectar secures $16.5M in funding | Photo: LucaLorenzelli/Getty Images |
| 03.11.2022 | Dr. Roger Bindra Volunteers at the Southern California Asthma Management Program Camp | Dr. Roger Bindra
Dr. Roger Bindra Volunteers at the Southern California Asthma Management Program Camp
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES , November 3, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Asthma is one of the leading chronic diseases in childr... |
| 01.11.2022 | Allergy Standards Ltd calls for a larger focus on Indoor Air Quality | "Focusing on helping people breathe healthier air, our mission has always been simple but the impact it makes is immense. It allows individuals to take better care of their health, and protect themselves against a significant health ha... |
| 01.11.2022 | The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program Attends ISSA Show North America 2022 to Discuss Cleaning for Health | WASHINGTON (PRWEB) November 01, 2022
The asthma & allergy friendly®Certification Program, which is jointly run by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), was thrilled to be a key particip... |
| 10.10.2022 | Noninvasive Test Might Easily Spot Asthma in Preschoolers | MONDAY, Oct. 10, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Hearing an infant wheeze for the first time can be scary for new parents, as wheezing is known to raise a child’s risk of developing asthma.
There’s been no easy way to predict a child will actually... |
| 29.09.2022 | Allergy Standards encourages asthma & allergy friendly® Certification at NY Home Fashion Market Week | “Events like this allow even more industry leaders to learn about why certified bedding is an important consideration for reducing triggers of asthma and allergy in the home"
WASHINGTON (PRWEB) September 29, 2022
During the New York Ho... |
| 02.09.2022 | How to Bug Out Your Fall Outdoor Activities, Wondercide releases new plant powered aerosol spray to eliminate painful stinging insects | “Our products are powered by plant-based ingredients and formulated to eliminate the bugs you don’t want around while keeping your family safe. Nothing should take away from good times at home or in the great outdoors,” says Stephanie Boone... |
| 22.08.2022 | SIJO earns asthma & allergy friendly® certification for bedding collection | SIJO earns asthma & allergy friendly® certification for bedding collection “SIJO is proud to join the family of products CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly® with our AiryWeight Eucalyptus Textiles Collection,” says Anni Stromfeld, ... |
| 25.07.2022 | Neighborhood Factors Could Raise Your Child's Odds for Asthma | MONDAY, July 25, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Inner-city kids are known to be at greater risk for uncontrolled asthma. Now, new research suggests that violent crime and poor school achievement may be two reasons why.
“Experiencing violent crime... |
| 13.07.2022 | Areteia Therapeutics Raises $350M To Create An Oral Asthma Treatment | 2 Shares Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn
The first oral drug for eosinophilic asthma patients may be on the horizon.
Asthma-focused Areteia Therapeutics launched this week with $350 million in Series A funding led by Bain Capital Life Scien... |
| 26.05.2022 | First automotive cabin air cleaner system to earn asthma & allergy friendly® certification | CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly® Volvo Advanced Air Cleaner “On average, people spend up to 90% of their time indoors, and indoor air can be two and a half times as polluted as outdoor air,” explains AAFA’s CEO Kenneth Mendez. “This... |
| 18.05.2022 | Asthma, Allergies Raise Heart Risks, Too | WEDNESDAY, May 18, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- If you have asthma or allergies, you may be more likely to develop heart disease, and some medications may increase or lower that risk, a new review of clinical trials and lab research shows.
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| 02.05.2022 | Could Asthma Treatment Raise Your Odds for Obesity? | MONDAY, May 2, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- Adults who suffer from asthma often need to take corticosteroids to open up their airways, but the medications may have an unintended side effect: New research shows the treatment, particularly when t... |
| 25.04.2022 | Wearable device data need to represent all of us | The growing uptake of wearable devices has sparked enthusiasm among health researchers, and for good reason. The data generated by fitness and activity trackers offers an exciting new stream of metrics — physical activity, sleep, heart rate... |
| 24.04.2022 | Allergy season is about to get worse. Here’s how to prepare | By Knvul Sheikh
Springtime comes with an uptick in stuffy noses and scratchy throats, and for many it has nothing to do with Covid-19. There are 19.2 million adults and 5.2 million children in the United States who suffer from seasonal alle... |
| 15.04.2022 | How to tell the difference between seasonal allergies and COVID-19 | As allergy season collides with yet another rise in COVID-19 cases nationwide, deciphering the difference between symptoms of the coronavirus and allergies can be tricky. So how can you tell the difference between the two?
"The pollen ... |
| 29.03.2022 | ASL host Industry Leaders to Highlight Healthier Indoor Air at Gala Event attended by President Biden | ASL Institute “These high level events in Washington DC have laid the foundation stone for the ASL Institute” said Dr. McKeon. “This ‘Think Tank’ is an independent international institute dedicated to research into issues relating to health... |
| 24.02.2022 | The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program to Participate in the 2022 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Annual Meeting | the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program
WASHINGTON (PRWEB) February 24, 2022
The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program, which is jointly run by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Found... |
| 01.02.2022 | Healthier Buildings Top of the Agenda at International Builders' Show in Orlando | “The best built homes today are constructed with a holistic approach to the well-being of both people and planet and this means healthy indoor air must be number one on the agenda,” said Dr. John McKeon.
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| 12.01.2022 | Smart cleaning just got healthier as Allergy Standards Ltd (ASL) is excited to announce a new Robotic Vacuum Cleaner Standard | Robotic Vacuum Cleaners can now be Certified asthma & allergy friendly® "As AI and smart homes are increasingly playing a role in supporting a healthier indoor environment, this new standard will provide crucial guidance to the air... |
| 04.01.2022 | Kiddo picks up $16M for a kids’ wearable aimed at four chronic conditions | Kiddo, formally known as Good Parents Inc., announced a $16 million Series A round on Tuesday. Through a combination of wearables, parental coaching and telehealth, the company has its sights firmly set on managing care for kids with chroni... |
| 08.12.2021 | Take a deep breath: Asthma drug study failed to include Black and Puerto Rican children who could benefit most | If a drug maker tested an asthma treatment in children and found it significantly reduced attacks compared with a placebo, this would be considered good news, yes?
But what if the children enrolled in the clinical trial were almost entirely... |
| 25.11.2021 | The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program attends the ISSA North America Show | Left to right: George Nanchoff of Renegade Brands, Dr John McKeon of ASL, Bill Sherman of Renegade Brands, Robert Yeggy of VARY Petrochem, LLC, alongside Obie Hydrick and Adam Short of Renegade Brands Dr. John McKeon, explained that “ASL ar... |
| 09.11.2021 | First laundry detergent earns coveted asthma & allergy friendly® certification | Renegade’s SWEAT-X Free and Clear Laundry Detergent "I am thrilled that through Renegade, the allergy aware consumer can now select a detergent that has passed our rigorous ASL standards, and is CERTIFIED asthma & allergy friendly®... |
| 14.10.2021 | The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program Partnered with Cleaning Products US 2021, the Largest Annual Event Nationwide for the Cleaning Products Industry | Dr. John McKeon at Cleaning Products US "Cleaning Products US was a great opportunity to lead discussions about setting standards, cleaning with purpose, and sharing key insights on how cleaning impacts our health," said Dr. John ... |
| 09.09.2021 | The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program Takes the Digital Stage at the Energy & Environmental Building Alliance’s High Performance Home Summit | Dr. John McKeon and Gord Cooke at 2021 EEBA Summit The challenge for building professionals is to move ‘beyond code,’ and focus on the design and construction of the built environment to optimize heathier indoor air. I am very pleased to co... |
| 07.09.2021 | The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program Takes the Virtual Stage at Greenbuild’s 2021 International Conference and Its Global Health & Wellness Summit | Allergy Standards Greenbuild 2021 Health and Wellness Summit "I am pleased to be leading a session at Greenbuild that will educate the next generation of building professionals and industry innovators on how and why to prioritize the i... |
| 11.08.2021 | Doctors pledge to do no harm. The entire health care sector should do the same by battling climate change | The alarming new report, “Climate Change 2021,” from the U.N. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change emphatically and unequivocally reports that “human influence has warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land.” The next few years will determi... |
| 06.08.2021 | 5 reasons for shortness of breath, from an allergy to early pregnancy | Reviews Chevron icon It indicates an expandable section or menu, or sometimes previous / next navigation options.
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| 13.07.2021 | Bronchiectasis and Asthma: Similarities and Differences | We've written many articles on the similaritiesand differencesbetween COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and bronchiectasis (brong-kee-EK-tuh-sis). But another common and well-known chronic lung condition is asthma.
Asthma affects... |
| 01.07.2021 | Why some people attract more mosquito bites than others and how to treat the itch | If you are in a mosquito-infested area, wear long pants and sleeves to prevent bites. Nastasic/Getty Images
You are more likely to get a mosquito bite if you are pregnant, blood type O, and sweat a lot.
To get rid of and soothe itchy mosqui... |
| 20.04.2021 | May is Clean Air Month and Aprilaire Joins American Lung Association to Focus on Healthy Indoor Air Quality for Overall Health | “The fight for clean air is perfectly aligned with Aprilaire’s priorities. Yes, May is Clean Air Month but here at Aprilaire that’s our number one goal 365 days a year and has been since our founding in 1954," said Dale Philippi, presi... |
| 01.04.2021 | Why pollen makes you sneeze | Each year, 26 million Americans experience allergies, sometimes nicknamed hay fever.
When trees, weeds, and grasses want to mate, they release thousands of pollen grains into the air.
If you’re allergic, your immune system mistakes these ha... |
| 10.02.2021 | The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program Takes The Digital Stage at the 2021 NAHB’s International Builders’ Show® & NKBA’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show® | the asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program
WASHINGTON (PRWEB) February 10, 2021
The asthma & allergy friendly® Certification Program, which is jointly run by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) and the Asthma and Allergy Found... |
| 08.02.2021 | How Asthma Affects My Sex Life | This Is How We Do It
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Asthma affects around one in 13 people, but no one knows exactly what causes the condition—nor why people experience it so differently. Some people’s asthma is more extreme than... |
| 28.01.2021 | Ancient Knowledge For Modern Life: The Importance Of Respiratory Wellness | COVID-19 has brought respiratory health into the wellness spotlight. Saje |
| 07.01.2021 | HYCOR Biomedical Raises $20M to Expand Allergy Testing | HYCOR Biomedical can test whether people are allergic to everything from bees to nuts. But the Garden Grove-based diagnostic company is expanding their research and development capacity into less common areas.
Every year, 200,000 Americans ... |
| 29.12.2020 | How to tell whether you have pink eye, allergies, or both | Pink eye can be caused by allergies or an infection. Prostock-Studio/Getty Images
Pink eye is a catch-all term for multiple kinds of conjunctivitis that may be caused by irritants, viruses, bacteria, or allergies.
Conjunctivitis caused by b... |
| 11.12.2020 | Actress and Entrepreneur JoAnna Garcia Swisher and Husband, Former MLB Champion Nick Swisher, Help Empower Allergy Sufferers to Take Control of Their Allergies | (BPT) - If you suffer from bothersome environmental allergy symptoms, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans are affected by allergic rhinitis, or hay fever—inflammation of the upper airways (nose, mouth and throat) that causes runny nose,... |
| 11.12.2020 | Actress and Entrepreneur JoAnna Garcia Swisher and Husband, Former MLB Champion Nick Swisher, Help Empower Allergy Sufferers to Take Control of Their Allergies | (BPT) - If you suffer from bothersome environmental allergy symptoms, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans are affected by allergic rhinitis, or hay fever—inflammation of the upper airways (nose, mouth and throat) that causes runny nose,... |
| 07.12.2020 | What Travelers Need To Know About New Rules For Emotional Support Animals | The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a ruling with huge changes to regulations regarding ... [+] flying with a service animal.Getty Images |
| 13.11.2020 | Veterinarians answer 12 questions about dogs that you’ve always wanted to ask | A dog’s breed won’t dictate whether or not they are friendly or quiet. Shutterstock
Insider asked veterinarians some interesting questions about dogs that you may not know the answers to.
Dog paws smell like corn chips because of bacterial ... |
| 31.10.2020 | How technology and policy can mitigate climate effects in an age of colliding crises | Today, the federal government spends less than $9 billion annually on energy innovation, which is less than a quarter of what it invests in health innovation and less than a tenth of what it invests in defense innovation. As we sit at a cro... |
| 31.10.2020 | How technology and policy can mitigate climate effects in an age of colliding crises | We are excited to bring Transform 2022 back in-person July 19 and virtually July 20 - 28. Join AI and data leaders for insightful talks and exciting networking opportunities. Register today!
Today, the federal government spends less than $9... |
| 17.05.2020 | 60 Days That Changed How We Think About Private Jets | Three months ago, for the 99.5%, private jets were just something to read about in Page Six tracking a Kardashian or Oprah on the tarmac, moving from their caravan of black SUVs to the steps of a Gulfstream. |
| 23.05.2019 | Your seasonal allergies are getting worse because of high levels of carbon dioxide — here's why | Allergy sufferers sneeze in parks around Melbourne, Australia, August 26, 1998.
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Allergy season is in full swing. Scientists agree that the quantity and spread of allergens like pollen are exacerbated by climate change.
A... |
| 13.12.2018 | How traditional pharmacies can survive the Amazon threat | Are traditional pharmacies doomed to the same fate as Borders, Blockbuster, and Sears? The threat is real.
Companies like Capsule and PillPack are redesigning the pharmacy for the digital age. In addition to making it effortless to get pres... |
| 25.10.2017 | We are America’s future doctors. We support a Medicare-for-all health system | Underneath a heap of hospital blankets, Stephen seemed small for a 7-year-old. His chest rose and fell rapidly, a frightening rhythm given his history of asthma. His parents stood nearby as veteran witnesses — Stephen had been admitted to a... |
| 31.08.2016 | Startup Spirometrix readies connected asthma sensors for market | “Prevention. That’s the story we’re about,” Zikria said.
The Pleasanton, California-based startup has built two models of the breathalyzers. The Fenom Home, about the size of a can of soda but with a mouthpiece, is for personal home use, wh... |
| 08.02.2016 | Why the future will be built on open data | By Rikke Duus, UCL and Mike Cooray, Hult International Business School
Data has the power to revolutionise and disrupt the way societies are governed. None more so than open data, which is free to access, free to use and can be shared by an... |
| 28.05.2015 | Jon Stewart addresses allergy season: Every year, it really is the worst year ever | Stewart is skeptical about how it could be the worst every single year, and he calls out the media for going overboard with the hype. But not so fast. A spokesman for the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America comes out in a lab coat with... |
| 13.06.2014 | This Entrepreneur Built An Asthma Monitor To Save Lives—Just Not His Own | Like many entrepreneurs, Chris Stiffler had an idea for a world-changing product rooted in his own experience. In his case, the experience was a serious asthma attack. The product was Wheezy, a wearable device designed to help asthmatics mo... |
| 16.04.2014 | States battle asthma as numbers grow | If approved, Missouri would join a very small number of states, including Massachusetts, Minnesota and New York, that either provide Medicaid reimbursement for asthma education or home assessments or both.
“Missouri is doing the most innova... |
| 24.09.2012 | A mom-inspired device could let kids with asthma take their daily meds while they sleep | Cota didn’t return a call last week, but she told the Cascade Business News earlier this month that the estimated launch date for the device was spring 2013. Right now, the startup is raising money for the launch; it’s already secured $115,... |
| - | Why pollen makes you sneeze | Each year, 26 million Americans experience allergies, sometimes nicknamed hay fever.
When trees, weeds, and grasses want to mate, they release thousands of pollen grains into the air.
If you're allergic, your immune system mistakes these ha... |
| - | Jon Stewart addresses allergy season: Every year, it really is the worst year ever | Spring has sprung, the trees have leaves, the flowers are in bloom and itchy eyes are commonplace.
Many people suffer from seasonal allergies, and the media takes this time each year to coin a new phrase to indicate how catastrophic the all... |
| - | Following the science to improve patient outcomes in respiratory & immunology | It is not widely known that there are several commonalities between respiratory and immunologic-driven diseases, including the impact they have on people’s everyday lives. Nearly 550 million people worldwide live with a respiratory disease ... |
| - | States battle asthma as numbers grow | In a valley wedged between the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, St. Louis often finds itself beset by a stationary air mass that only a severe storm of some kind can dislodge. St. Louis is also an industrial city with high humidity, so it’s... |
| - | A mom-inspired device could let kids with asthma take their daily meds while they sleep | Frustrated by the challenges of giving her young son his daily asthma treatments, Sarah Cota came up with an idea. Why not ease the burden of using a nebulizer by taking away the mask and using it while the child is sleeping?
That’s the ide... |
| - | ‘Allergy Capitals’ 2023: These are the 10 worst U.S. cities for anyone with pollen allergies | Seasonal allergies can be tough to deal with, but you can typically soothe symptoms like a runny nose, itchy throat and head congestion with over-the-counter medications, or take steps like optimizing your bedroom which can help prevent all... |
| - | A hotter planet will extend allergy season, researchers say. It could last nearly 2 months longer, with double the pollen. | A man covers his nose after sneezing as he walks past a bed of tulips in Central Park in New York, on April 30, 2016. Lucas Jackson/Reuters
Rising temperatures and carbon dioxide levels could make allergies worse for millions of people.
A n... |
| - | Startup Spirometrix readies connected asthma sensors for market | Sensors are everywhere — our cars, our refrigerators, our TVs and, of course, our smartphones, which generate more bits of data about us on given day than there are stars in the sky. However there is one frontier where sensors have been mis... |
| - | Millions of dust mites living in your mattress (and their poop) could be causing your allergies | Remember when we would leave the tilam or mattress out in the sun to get rid of “germs”? We’d give it a few hard smacks afterwards for good measure, and consider the mattress cleaning part of the day done and dusted.
Fast forward to 2022 wh... |
