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Poor quality of life predicts use of peanut oral immunotherapy, but uptake remains low
Poor quality of life was the primary reason why 9.3% of families pursued peanut oral immunotherapy, according to a study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice.
IV magnesium fails to decrease asthma exacerbation severity in children
IV magnesium for children with moderate-to-severe asthma exacerbations was associated with increased exacerbation severity and risk for hospitalization without any acceleration in resolution, according to observational study results.
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Newborns exposed to laxatives in utero, during infancy may develop allergies later in life
Laxative exposure early in life was associated with later allergic disease development, including rhinitis, atopic dermatitis and asthma, according to a cohort study published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology.
Air pollution levels linked to 16% of pediatric asthma cases globally
Combustion-related nitrogen dioxide pollution appeared to significantly contribute to pediatric asthma incidence globally, particularly in urban areas, according to data published in The Lancet Planetary Health.
Patients with PEG allergies may tolerate mRNA COVID-19 vaccines
Allergists may offer mRNA COVID-19 vaccines to patients who are allergic to polyethylene glycol after discussing its risks and benefits, researchers of a case series wrote in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice.
Atopic diseases prior to pregnancy increase risk for peripartum mental disorders
Women with a history of asthma, atopic dermatitis and allergic rhinitis before conception demonstrated increased risk for peripartum mental disorders, according to a study published in Clinical and Translational Allergy.
Anxiety, BMI affect asthma control regardless of physical activity
Anxiety and BMI can affect asthma control regardless of physical activity levels, according to a study published in The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice.
Q&A: Does asthma mitigate the risk for COVID-19?
Although many respiratory viral illnesses are known to worsen symptoms among those with asthma, new research funded by a cooperative agreement with NIH seeks to understand why individuals with asthma are less likely to contract COVID-19.
Adult-onset asthma associated with metabolic syndrome
Adult-onset asthma was associated with metabolic syndrome, independent of age, sex, BMI and smoking history, researchers reported in Respiratory Medicine.
Top 10 asthma stories of 2021
Research to improve the lives of millions of patients with asthma continued in 2021. Here are our top 10 stories on these developments, helping people breathe easier.