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Thunderstorm asthma refers to storm activity triggering an increase in people reporting asthma symptoms and seeking medical attention for breathing issues.
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is reminding patients with asthma of the importance of using their preventer (anti-inflammatory) inhaler regularly as prescribed, and to avoid relying on their blue inhaler alone. This is because without regular use...
Asthma is a long-term condition and it is thought that symptoms can be worsened by exposure to viruses, allergens and air pollution.
Respiratory health conditions caused by airborne allergens and the groups that are most vulnerable to poor indoor air quality.
Indoor airborne allergens are particles present in indoor environments that can trigger allergic reactions or exacerbate respiratory conditions such as asthma.
Healthcare professionals and patients are reminded of the risk of severe asthma attacks and increased mortality associated with overuse of SABA with or without anti-inflammatory maintenance therapy in patients with asthma. Healthcare professionals should be aware of the change in...
As with any medicine, the MHRA will keep the safety and effectiveness of depemokimab under close review.
Update of indicators for hospital admissions for children with asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, gastroenteritis and respiratory tract infections, overall emergency admissions and A&E attendance for different age groups.
Uses of long-acting ß2 agonists and current safety advice.
Airborne allergens are particles in the air, including fungal spores and pollutants, that can cause or worsen allergic reactions and respiratory conditions such as hay fever and asthma.
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