The number of adults 65 years or older is expected to more than double by 2030 in the United States, but ways to improve asthma control in the population are not well described. In a study published in JULY 2017 The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice (JACI: In Practice), an official journal… Continue reading Asthma-Related ER Visits by Older Adults Could Signal Healthcare Access Barriers
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How to Care for Your Indoor Air
Editor’s note: As winter approaches, it’s time to reconsider the quality of our indoor air. Here, experts from the Environmental Protection Agency share what you need to know for this and other seasons. Most of us spend much of our time indoors. The air that we breathe in our homes, in schools, and in offices… Continue reading How to Care for Your Indoor Air
People Foods that Are Bad for Your Dog
The latest from If you consider the family dog, well, family—and are apt to toss him a piece of your food now and then—proceed with caution. Some foods meant for human consumption can be dangerous, and even deadly, to your dog. How are people and animals different when it comes to food? According to Carmela… Continue reading People Foods that Are Bad for Your Dog
House Cleaning Tips for Allergy Sufferers
One of the first lines of defense to avoid the wheezing, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion that can be caused by irritating indoor allergens is to put a weekly house cleaning routine into place. Regularly cleaning your home can help reduce allergens and minimize your allergy symptoms. Here are Hudson Allergy’s house cleaning tips for… Continue reading House Cleaning Tips for Allergy Sufferers
Returning Home after a Disaster
Editor’s Note: Cleaning up after a natural disaster like a hurricane or tornado isn’t only a heartbreaking task – it’s dangerous as well. Here, from the federal Centers for Disease Control, are some strategies that could save your home and even your life: Basic Overall Recommendations Do not enter a building if you smell gas.… Continue reading Returning Home after a Disaster