Breastfeeding OK for Moms With Asthma

New moms with asthma can safely breastfeed without worrying that the practice will increase their child’s asthma risk, a new study shows.

Traffic-related asthma costs two cities big money

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Traffic pollution may cost two California cities millions each year in managing children's asthma, a new study suggests. The findings suggest that "the real costs of this pollution are substantial," said lead researcher Sylvia J. Brandt, of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Similar cost studies could be done in other U.S. communities, Brandt told Reuters ...

Breastfeeding tied to stronger lungs, less asthma

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Kids who were breastfed as babies may have better lung function, and a lower risk of asthma, than those who were formula-fed, two new reports suggest. Researchers said that past studies have found conflicting results when it comes to the effects of breastfeeding on kids' lungs, with some research suggesting that moms with asthma who breastfeed may be putting their ...

Heartburn Meds Won't Help, May Harm Kids With Asthma

TUESDAY, Jan. 24 (HealthDay News) -- Children with asthma who don't have heartburn and other signs of gastroesophageal reflux don't get additional asthma control from acid-reducing medications, according to new research.

Online test to gauge asthma risk

A new online test is being launched that will help people with asthma gauge to what extent they are at risk from a serious attack.