ASTHMA
Asthma is a pulmonary disease characterized by reversible airflow obstruction and bronchial hyperresponsiveness.
Heartburn, one of the classic symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a very common occurrence among the general population.
The use of common household cleaning sprays and air fresheners at least once a week may increase the risk of asthma.
The 2005 National Health Interview Survey conducted by the CDC provides insights into the health conditions prevalent among noninstitutionalized Americans.
The aggressive medical management strategies for chronic disease states, such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes, are a characteristic component of Western medicine.
One in 15 Americans suffers from asthma, and every day in the United States 40,000 people miss work or school and 11 people die from the disease.
Although many nonprescription products are marketed for sinus congestion and sinus headache, the FDA aims to ensure that products labeled for sinusitis will never again be sold on a nonprescription basis.
FYI 6/19/2007
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Napping Can Do Your Heart Good A study in the February 12 Archives of Internal Medicine suggests an association between taking a midday nap and a reduced risk of heart disease.