Triggering Bitter Taste Receptors Could Help Treat Asthma, COPD
Interestingly, bitter taste receptors are not just found in the mouth but also in other parts of the body, such as the airways. When activated,…
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Scientists Discover a Startling Potential Link Between Marijuana Legalization and Asthma
A rise in asthma cases has been observed in children from certain racial and ethnic minority groups in states where recreational use of marijuana has…
Unlocking the Mystery of Asthma: Study Identifies a Long-Term Treatment Target
Research has uncovered the mechanism by which the inflammatory protein “LIGHT” causes airway remodeling and chronic respiratory issues. Scientists at La Jolla Institute for Immunology…
Scientists Identify Tiny Molecules That Could Reduce the Likelihood of Infants Developing Eczema, Asthma, and Food Allergies
It has long been believed that breastfed babies are less likely to suffer from allergic conditions, such as eczema and food allergies, compared to formula-fed…
Scientists Identify a New Asthma Trigger: Sexual Activity
Is it possible for allergists to help improve marriages by discussing sex as a potential trigger for asthma? A study recently presented at the American…
Researchers Map Hidden Connections Between Common Diseases
A new study led by University College London (UCL) researchers has identified patterns in how common health conditions occur together in the same individuals, using…
Some of the Most Common Medications Can Cause Permanent Side Effects in Children
A new study has found that early exposure to antibiotics can cause permanent asthma and allergies. A recent study demonstrates that early exposure to antibiotics…
Potential Long-Term Treatment for Asthma Discovered
Rather than merely treating its symptoms, a new strategy targets one of asthma’s causes. Researchers from Aston University and Imperial College London have identified a…
Biochemistry Breakthrough May Soon Have Asthmatics Breathing Easier
Scientists have discovered differences in the biochemistry of asthmatic and non-asthmatics — which could lead to more effective treatments. An important discovery that could lead…
Asthma Drug Montelukast (Singulair) Can Block Crucial COVID Protein, Reducing Viral Replication
An oral medication used to treat asthma and allergies can bind to and block a crucial protein produced by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and reduce viral…
Disinfectant Use During Pregnancy Linked to Asthma and Eczema in Children
Use of disinfectants by pregnant women may be a risk factor for asthma and eczema in their children, finds a population study, published online in…
Experimental Drug Could Help People With Asthma, COPD, Cystic Fibrosis and Cancer-Related Lung Disease
Experimental drug reduces airway mucus that exacerbates common lung diseases. A multicenter research team co-led by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center developed the…
Room for Improvement in Inhalers Revealed by Computational Evaluation of Drug Delivery
Size of drug particles plays key role in effectiveness of medicine. Increased air pollution in recent years has not only contributed to deteriorating environmental conditions…
Novel Molecules Discovered to Combat Asthma and COVID-Related Lung Diseases
Australian researchers reveal new molecules that provide profound protection in asthma models — as well as reducing severity of asthma attacks. A study designed to…
New Research Finds Consuming Omega-3 Fatty Acids Could Prevent Asthma
New research suggests that a higher dietary intake of long chain omega-3 fatty acids in childhood may reduce the risk of developing subsequent asthma, but…
Scientists Uncover Immune Cells That May Help Those Suffering From Allergies and Asthma
Study opens up new path to research to fighting allergic diseases. The world is full of house dust mites. Do some cleaning, and you’ll probably…
New Look at Mysterious Large Holes in Cells Involved in Taste, Alzheimer’s, Asthma
Many cells are covered with mysterious large holes, pores that have been associated with the sense of taste as well as Alzheimer’s disease, depression, and…
Big Increase in Pediatric ER Visits for Breathing Problems From Small San Diego Wildfire
2017 San Diego Wildfire Increased Pediatric ER Visits for Breathing Problems A small wildfire in San Diego County in 2017 resulted in a big uptick…
