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In some asthmatics, aeroallergens could trigger an asthma attack, or potentially worsen other respiratory diseases. When dust is airborne, it can remain in the air for long periods of time and settle throughout an indoor space. ...
Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month is just a few weeks away, and this year, the 6th of May is recognized as World Asthma Day. The month of May is dedicated to asthma control and education to increase awareness about the disease and how those with it can prevent or mitigate exposures to asthma triggers, allergens, and respiratory ...
Asthma remains a complex and multifactorial disease, with airway hyperresponsiveness to methacholine being a hallmark feature. A recent study by Rojas-Ruiz et al (2025) utilizes SCIREQ’s innovative physioLens (ex vivo) and flexiVent (in vivo) platforms to shed light on the interplay between lung tissue compliance and methacholine response, offering new insights into the ...
People can come in contact with pet allergens by touching animals and contaminated surfaces, and by breathing air laced with allergens. Pet allergens can even act as asthma triggers for some people with the condition. Unfortunately, allergies to pets are quite common. ...
Work-related asthma is described by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) as asthma triggered by exposures at work. The agency goes on to report there are over 300 known substances in the workplace that can cause or worsen asthma. Symptoms of work-related asthma are the same as those for non-work ...
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) describes work-related asthma as asthma triggered by exposures at work. The agency goes on to report there are over 300 known substances in the workplace that can cause or worsen asthma. Symptoms of work-related asthma are the same as those for non-work related ...
It is usually associated with a higher prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and asthma. While combining exercise and diet is majorly used as conservative measures in the treatment of obesity, a study by Marain NF et al.1 highlighted the impact of intensive exercise and diet on the respiratory system and obesity-related parameters in mice. ...
Their newest production discusses work-related asthma and asthma triggers that could be encountered on the job. “The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) reports there are over 300 known substances in the workplace that can cause or worsen asthma,” said Paul Cochrane, President of Cochrane & Associates ...
So, what’s new? NICE released the most recent asthma guidelines on Wednesday 27th of November, which recommends a blood test to measure eosinophil levels, or a FeNO test to diagnose asthma in adults. A FeNO test is recommended as the first-line test for an asthma diagnosis in children. Confirmation of a positive asthma ...
This is due to the fact that breathing elevated levels of fungi can cause respiratory irritation, allergies, and act as an asthma trigger for some people with the condition. “When there is water damage or humidity issues in the built environment that have resulted in mold growth, it becomes a concern for building occupants,” said Frank Selamie, President of CTSI. ...
The incidence of landscape fires has been rising globally, leading to increased exposure to landscape fire smoke (LFS) among millions of people. The inhalation of particulate matter (PM) from LFS is associated with adverse respiratory and cardiovascular outcomes. However, the mechanisms by which LFS impacts these functions remain inadequately understood. This blog focuses on a new ...
People can come in contact with pet allergens by touching animals and contaminated surfaces, and by breathing air laced with allergens. Pet allergens can even act as asthma triggers for some asthmatics. “Allergies to pets are indeed quite common,” said Harry Pena, President of Zimmetry Environmental. ...
High levels of airborne mold and pollen during the summer months can be an issue for people working or enjoying the outdoors. These same allergens and asthma triggers can also make their way indoors through open doors and windows, and even on one’s clothes and hair. ...
Exposure to elevated levels of it, as with other types of fungi, may cause allergic reactions in some people or it can act as a respiratory irritant. Fusarium can even trigger an asthma attack in some people with the condition. Some species of Fusarium can also cause a host of infections. ...
Like many other types of mold, Aspergillus can also act as an allergen, respiratory irritant and even an asthma trigger for some people.” Since airborne and settled Aspergillus is common across the globe at background concentrations in both indoor and outdoor environments, it takes an experienced industrial hygienist or infection control professional to properly assess ...
It is an important treatment not only for asthma patients, but for otolaryngology and pediatrics in a variety of settings as well. ...
It’s also important to recognize that exposure to elevated levels of mold can act as a respiratory irritant, allergen and even trigger an asthma attack in some people with the condition, regardless of whether they have a suppressed or weakened immune ...
Exposure to elevated levels of fungi can also act as a respiratory irritant, allergen, or even an asthma trigger for some people with the condition. These are all reasons why preventing the growth of indoor mold (fungi) is so important. ...
The MedM health monitoring app is paired with Vitalograph’s Asthma-1 BT and Lung Monitor BT Smart devices. The app works as a digital asthma or lung function diary, helping users to better understand and manage their condition. ...
Spirometry and FeNO present physicians with complementary diagnostic data to inform asthma care pathways. NIOX VERO® is non-invasive, simple-to-use, and provides rapid standardised FeNO measurements. ...