US Asthma Rates at Record High, CDC Says 
Medscape
May 17, 2012 ? The prevalence of asthma in the United States is at an all-time high, according to a new report, called Asthma's Impact on the Nation, published online May 8 by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Asthma Cases Continue to Rise in U.S., Affecting Millions U.S. News & World Report
US asthma rates at all-time high, CDC says Los Angeles Times
Survey says growing national impact of asthma Westmoreland County Times
WTVR  -Newswise (press release) 
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Asthma rate at record high; clean Olympic air helped hearts 
USA TODAY
By Kim Painter, USA TODAY Asthma count: The share of the US population with asthma has reached the highest level ever, 8.4% in 2010, up from 7.3% in 2001, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. While deaths are dropping, the impact is ...
Asthma cases continue to rise in U.S., affecting millions Medical Xpress
Asthma Cases Reach New High MedPage Today
CDC: Asthma Rate Highest Ever in US ? Allergist Ready to Help Daily Disruption
WTAM.com  -Kansas City infoZine 
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Number of Asthma Sufferers Sky-Rocket Doctors are Puzzled 
KSPR
8% of the US population now has asthma, which is more than just an uncomfortable conditions. Doctors are concerned because it can be deadly. SPRINGFIELD, Mo. ? Asthma nationwide is at an all-time high. About 1 in 12 people in the US now have asthma, ...

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Rigel Advances Asthma Programs: Two Inhaled Drug Candidates Take Aim at Acute ... 
MarketWatch (press release)
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc., (NASDAQ:RIGL) is expanding its respiratory franchise by focusing on two innovative, comprehensive treatment alternatives for patients with asthma.

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Nation's surge in asthma is linked to rise in obesity 
New York Daily News
The specialist: The director of the adult asthma program at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Gwen Skloot is a pulmonologist who has spent the past two decades studying the mechanisms of asthma. She specializes in caring for patients with ...

 

People with Asthma Get the Green Light for Exercise 
Health Behavior News Service
By Christen Brownlee, Contributing Writer Not only is it safe for people with asthma to exercise, but doing so could reduce their risk of asthma symptoms or attacks, according to a new evidence review in The Cochrane Library. Many people with asthma ...

 

Al Baraha hospital celebrates World Asthma Day 
Khaleej Times
DUBAI -- The Pediatrics Department in Al Baraha Hospital organized an open day in Al Mamzar Park in celebration of the World Asthma Day. The event included several recreational and educational events for families who have children with asthma symptoms.

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Asthma a growing issue in Hawaii, doctors say 
Hawaii News Now
More >> 25000 adults and children in Hawaii suffer from asthma. The effects can be debilitating - causing trips to the ER and absenteeism at work and school. This month, doctors are advising people to get checked if they've had prolonged bouts of ...

 

Asthma Summit Highlights Regional Problems 
Essential Public Radio
Pollution and high obesity rates help to make Pittsburgh fourth highest in the nation for asthma rates, according to experts at an asthma summit on the North Side on Wednesday. Pollution and high obesity rates help to make Pittsburgh fourth highest in ...
From Smoke Stacks and Tailpipes to Asthma Attacks and Clean Air Gripes Clean Energy News (blog)

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Healthy update: Asthma and allergy tips help you find relief 
Lancaster Eagle Gazette
LANCASTER -- More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies and asthma. In addition, asthma is a leading cause of hospital emergency department visits and school absenteeism, and it also is the cause of 3500 annual deaths.
It's the season for pollen and sneezin' Queens Chronicle
Foundation commends Oklahoma Law Tulsa Today
Climate change is making allergies worse The Star-Ledger - NJ.com (blog)
Everyday Health 
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