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• Wildfire Air Pollution Could Lead to Respiratory, Cardiovascular Risks for Older Adults

  May 16, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new study warns of a spike in hospitalizations for respiratory and heart problems, which are being detected after wildfires lead to an increase in particulate matter air pollution.

• Unhealthy Air Pollution Levels Affect Nearly Half of All Americans

  May 2, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new report from the American Lung Association reveals that 25 million more Americans are now exposed to unhealthy levels of air pollution than in previous years.

• Childhood Antibiotic Use Could Lead to Increased Risks of Asthma, Allergies, Other Conditions: Study

  April 28, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds that exposing young children to multiple rounds of antibiotics may disrupt their gut microbiome, resulting in allergies, hay fever and asthma.

• Exposure to Ozone Air Pollution Early in Life Linked to Asthma Risks: Study

  April 7, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  Ozone exposure is linked to a significantly increased risk of asthma and wheezing among young children, according to the findings of a new study.

• Side Effects of Singulair May Increase Risk of Mental Health Problems in Some Patients: Report

  December 6, 2024

  Michael Adams

  Federal researchers have discovered Singulair may be able to penetrate the blood-brain barrier and attach to cells that govern patient moods, according to a Reuters report.

• Newborns Fed Breast Milk Have Lower Asthma Risk Than Those Fed Infant Formula: Study

  October 15, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  Exclusively breastfeeding while in the hospital after birth can result in a lower risk of asthma for children, according to a new study, adding more evidence to support the benefits of breast milk over infant formula.

• Miniverse Recall Issued For 21 Million “Make It Mini” Toy Sets, Following Reports of Skin Burns and Respiratory Injuries

  June 26, 2024

  Grace Muller

  Liquid resins in the recalled Miniverse Make It Mini toy sets have levels of hazardous chemicals that exceed U.S. consumer safety limits, which may cause side effects when inhaled, ingested or even touched.

• Side Effects of Vaping Increases Asthma Risk for Adults: Study

  May 22, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study indicates that adults, and not teens, face a greater risk of asthma if they begin vaping.

• Singulair Asthma Drug Label To Be Updated With More Prominent Warnings About Sleep Disorders, Aggression and Depression in U.K.

  May 10, 2024

  Grace Muller

  The U.K. has placed more stringent mental health warnings on Singulair, particularly for children and teens, due to increased risks of suicide, depression and anxiety.

• Study Links 50,000 Cases of Childhood Asthma to Propane and Gas Stoves

  May 8, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new study links exposure to nitrogen dioxide from gas and propane stoves to tens of thousands of cases of childhood asthma.