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The Genetics of Environmental Asthma
Lungs 01 Jan 2013

The Genetics of Environmental Asthma

Purpose In this project, we hypothesize that polymorphisms of genes expressed by the airway epithelia in asthmatics following specific airway challenges predispose individuals to the development of asthma. To test this hypothesis, we plan to identify the genes that are differentially expressed by airway epithelial cells following challenge with…
Asthma kids risk mental health
Children's health 18 Sep 2012

Asthma kids risk mental health

A new study has found that young children with severe or persistent asthma are at higher risk of developing many common mental health problems. The research, a collaboration between researchers at The University of Western Australia affiliated Telethon Institute for Child Health Research and Columbia University in New York, has…
Glucocorticosteroids for the Treatment of Respiratory Conditions
Lungs 19 Jun 2012

Glucocorticosteroids for the Treatment of Respiratory Conditions

Glucocorticosteroids are also called glucocorticoids or corticosteroids. They have anti-inflmmatory effects and are used to treat allergies symptoms.
Household Allergies
Children's health 09 May 2012

Household Allergies

Transcript Allergies seem to be one of these conditions of modern living. Its one of those things we are seeing more of rather than less of as time goes by. On the plus side though, most allergies, not all, are not particularly serious but they are…
Exposure to magnetic fields in pregnancy linked to increased asthma risk
Lungs 24 Aug 2011

Exposure to magnetic fields in pregnancy linked to increased asthma risk

Women with high exposure to magnetic fields during pregnancy may have a higher risk of asthma in their children, according to a Kaiser Permanente study appearing online in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. In this prospective study, researchers compared the daily magnetic-field exposure of 801 pregnant women in…
Vegetable Lasagne with a Twist
Blood 12 Apr 2011

Vegetable Lasagne with a Twist

A recipe for a calcium rich vegetable lasagna. Suitable for vegetarians, this recipe tastes fantastic served hot or cold with a side salad. Contains spinach,…
Sweet potato and date salad
Blood 29 Mar 2011

Sweet potato and date salad

A deliciously healthy salad recipe packed with essential nutrients like calcium, vitamins and omega 3 fatty acids. Lisa's sweet potato salad makes a great side…
Spinach and Baked Veggie Salad
Blood 29 Mar 2011

Spinach and Baked Veggie Salad

This low-fat spinach recipe makes a healthy light meal, entrée or side dish, and is perfect for people who are following a cholesterol-free diet or…
Tomato and Vegetable Stew
Blood 29 Mar 2011

Tomato and Vegetable Stew

This very low fat recipe makes a healthy tomato and vegetable stew that's perfect with wholegrain rice or pasta for a nutritious family meal. It's…