February 07, 2012: Soft Drinks May Raise Odds for Respiratory Ills: Study
Asthma, COPD more likely for those who regularly consume soda, flavored mineral water, researchers say

February 03, 2012: Asthmatic Moms Who Breast-feed May Help Their Children's Lungs
At age 12, those kids had better lung function than formula-fed kids

January 24, 2012: Heartburn Meds Won't Help, May Harm Kids With Asthma
Acid-reducing drugs might boost respiratory infections in children without reflux, study finds

January 23, 2012: Health Tip: Help Calm a Cough
Here's what you can do

January 20, 2012: Asthma Meds Likely Safe During Pregnancy: Study
Slight increase in rare birth defects, but cause not clear

January 20, 2012: Rapid Infant Growth Linked to Asthma in Study
First three months might be critical window, researchers say

January 16, 2012: Children Born by C-Section at Slightly Higher Asthma Risk
Large Norwegian study found likelihood greater when mothers had no allergies

January 06, 2012: Study Offers Clues to Why Some Don't Benefit From Asthma Drugs
Almost half of those with mild to moderate symptoms may have different disease, study finds

December 23, 2011: Overweight 7-Year-Olds Face Higher Risk of Asthma
Slimming down before that age can help prevent onset of the disease, study suggests

December 22, 2011: As Gastric Banding Increases, So May Complications
Puzzling respiratory symptoms require investigation, researchers say

December 19, 2011: Tips for Avoiding Asthma, Allergy Triggers This Season
Fresh Christmas trees and old decorations can stir up dust, mold and other allergens, expert warns

December 16, 2011: WTC First Responders More Likely to Have Asthma: Study
Rates in this population surged from 2000 to 2005, researchers report

December 16, 2011: Asthma Drugs in Pregnancy Might Pose Risk for Kids
Mothers' use of steroid inhalers could lead to some disorders in children, large study suggests

December 05, 2011: More Children Using Preventive Asthma Drugs: Study
Minorities and uninsured had lower use of these medications, researchers say

November 24, 2011: Allergy Sufferers Should Prepare for Holiday Triggers
Asthma patients, those who react to food or environmental allergens should plan ahead: experts

November 23, 2011: Intermittent Steroid Use Called OK for Wheezing Preschoolers
Study finds daily steroids not necessary for tots with recurrent but not persistent wheeze

November 07, 2011: Experts Debate Tylenol's Safety for Asthmatic Kids
Past research has linked fever-reducing drug to asthma flares

November 07, 2011: Alcohol, Asthma and Allergies Don't Mix
Alcohol can trigger or worsen existing allergies, experts say

November 07, 2011: Home Environment Affects Asthmatic Kids
Children from single-parent homes were more likely to be readmitted to hospital, study finds

November 07, 2011: Text Message Reminders Prompt Kids to Take Asthma Medicine
In small study, children paid attention to texts but teens didn't

November 07, 2011: Air Fresheners, Scented Candles May Spur Allergic Reactions
One person's 'fresh' holiday scent is another's chemical irritant, research suggests

October 30, 2011: Prevention Is Key for Fall Asthma Flare-Ups in Kids
The best way to avoid asthma attacks is to avoid the triggers that cause them, experts say

October 25, 2011: Some Asthma Drugs Raise Risk of Complications, Especially in Kids: Study
But pairing these long-acting beta-agonists with inhaled corticosteroids reduced risk

October 19, 2011: Obese, Asthmatic Kids Need Special Care Under Anesthesia
Studies find obese children have twice as many respiratory complications, need less anesthetic

October 13, 2011: Use of Asthma Controller Meds on the Rise Among U.S. Kids
Children's rate of use has doubled since late 1990s, federal report says

October 08, 2011: Cold, Flu Season Poses Risks for Kids With Asthma
Respiratory expert offers advice on ways to protect your child

October 01, 2011: Halloween Trappings Can Trigger Asthma, Allergies
Old costumes, moldy pumpkins and makeup preservatives can unexpectedly cause an attack, experts warn

September 28, 2011: Gene Variant Linked to Failure of Asthma Drug
Some asthma patients found to have a variant that may contribute to a poor response to inhaled steroids, study shows

September 26, 2011: Asthma Can Complicate Diabetes Care in Kids
Untreated asthma may worsen blood sugar control, study suggests, but reasons remain unclear

September 22, 2011: Asthma Inhaler Primatene Mist Going Off the Market
The only over-the-counter asthma medication uses propellant seen as harmful to ozone layer

September 09, 2011: New Approach to Treating Asthma in Pregnancy
Direct measurement of airway inflammation cut flare-ups by roughly 50 percent, study shows

September 08, 2011: Health Tip: Recognizing Asthma in Children
Here are common warning signs

September 06, 2011: 9/11 Tied to Increase in Acid Reflux Disease
NYC health registry shows those in vicinity of Twin Towers more likely to develop GERD

September 02, 2011: Longer Allergy Season Means More Misery
Rising temperatures and higher carbon dioxide levels may be to blame, experts say

September 02, 2011: Climate Change May Trigger More Asthma Emergencies
Some areas may see kids' ER visits jump 10%, researchers say

August 29, 2011: Toddler's Dust Mite Sensitivity May Predict Later Asthma
Three-quarters who tested positive at 2 years had respiratory problem at age 12, study finds

August 25, 2011: U.S.-Mandated Report Finds Vaccines Safe for Kids
IOM panel pored over 1,000 studies and found little evidence for lasting harm

August 16, 2011: More Kids Hospitalized for Flu, Skin Infections
Children accounted for 17 percent of all U.S. hospital stays in 2009

August 16, 2011: Obesity Before Pregnancy May Raise Child's Asthma Risk
Study found teens were up to 30 percent more likely to wheeze if moms were obese

August 11, 2011: Poorly Controlled Asthma Can Boost Chances of Pregnancy Complications
Those included high blood pressure during pregnancy and premature delivery

August 09, 2011: Costs Soar for Kids With Poorly Controlled Asthma
Better care and education could improve health, reduce expenses, researchers say

August 05, 2011: Household Mold During Infancy May Trigger Asthma
Kids exposed to mold as babies were three times more likely to develop the lung condition

August 03, 2011: Experimental Drug Promising Against Tough-to-Treat Asthma
Lebrikizumab targets receptor involved in respiratory condition a different way, experts say

August 01, 2011: Childhood Depression, Anxiety Tied to Pain in Adulthood
Kids living with adversity, such as abuse, more likely to have chronic diseases later, study finds

August 01, 2011: Fetal Exposure to Magnetic Fields From Appliances, Power Lines May Up Kids' Asthma Risk
Experts call for further research into possible effect of high levels of exposure

July 31, 2011: Gene Variant Associated With Asthma Risk in Blacks
Finding may offer some explanation for rising rates of the disease among that group of people

July 27, 2011: Special Needs Kids Bullied More, Fare Poorly at School
Study's author says the well-being of 'whole' child needs to be considered

July 26, 2011: Poor Health Linked to Very Preemie Birth Stabilizes by Adolescence
One exception was rising rate of obesity in these initially underweight kids, finds study

July 25, 2011: Preparation Key When Kids With Asthma Go Back to School
American Lung Association urges parents to develop an asthma action plan, share it with teachers

July 22, 2011: Breast-feeding for 6 Months or More Protects Against Asthma
Children never breast-fed are more likely to develop symptoms of the disease, study shows