Asthma
Asthma (from the Greek άσθμα, ásthma, "panting") is the common chronic inflammatory disease of the airways characterized by variable and recurring symptoms, reversible airflow obstruction, and bronchospasm. Symptoms include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. It is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Asthma Stories
Two-year-old Israel Stinson was declared brain dead, but his family is fighting for a second opinion and possible treatment.
AstraZeneca's drive to rebuild its portfolio of new medicines received a boost with positive results for an experimental biotech drug for severe asthma that the company previously flagged as a potential $2 billion-a-year seller.
A new survey finds that many people are unaware that a persistent cough, chest pain, or trouble sleeping can be signs of adult-onset asthma.
Asthma rates have only increased in recent decades, and air pollution may be one of the culprits.
Children living in poverty have higher rates of chronic conditions like asthma and ADHD than kids who live in wealthier households — and that percentage is only growing.
New study finds improved air quality is linked to fewer respiratory symptoms in children.
Experts say many children are being diagnosed with asthma and given medication when they don't really have the condition.
In Detroit’s industrial suburbs, toxic air is destroying generations of black residents while local and federal officials twiddle their thumbs
The teach-to-goal method improves asthma and COPD patients' use of rescue inhalers, finds a new study.
Exposure to air pollution can increase risk of preterm birth even before the baby is conceived, according to a new study.
Eighth Grader Anthony Ruelas was suspended for bringing his classmate to the nurse during an asthma attack.
Novartis wants every puff of its emphysema drug Onbrez to go into the cloud.