More Pets, Less Asthma?
If you're an animal lover, your children may be in luck. New evidence suggests that Fido may play a role in childhood asthma risk.
Condition Center: Pulmonary Disease
Talc: A Workplace Hazard
A mineral commonly used in manufacturing may be putting workers at risk.
How Your Smoking Habits Could Affect Your Grandchildren
Regardless of whether a mother smokes, a grandmother who once did may affect her grandchildren's health.
Asthma and Secondhand Smoke: A Dangerous Combination
If you have a child with asthma, you may want to kick the habit.
Take the Road Less Traveled — For Your Health
When choosing your route to work, you may want to consider avoiding the busy streets.
The Pill That Could Stop Asthma Attacks
Asthma patients who find themselves reaching for their inhalers all too often may now have another treatment option — in the form of a pill.
Tai Chi: A Gentle Prescription
Despite its slow movements, tai chi may provide relief for some patients with chronic diseases.
Why Lung Transplant Patients Should Watch Their Skin
A medication commonly prescribed to treat fungal infections in lung transplant recipients may wind up posing some unexpected risks.
Live Long and Eat Spicy Food
Spicy food lovers rejoice! Turns out your hot sauce may love you back.
Clearing the Smoke on Teen Marijuana Use
Teenage marijuana users may be out of the weeds — at least when it comes to the likelihood of developing health problems later in life.
New Hope for Rare Genetic Disorder
There’s a new treatment in town. And it looks promising for children with this rare genetic disorder.
The Latest on American Children's Health
The latest news on child and adolescent health in the US is a mix of 'good' and 'could-be-better'.
Should Kids Get Codeine for a Cold?
When your child is sick, you want to help. But before you give your child a cough syrup containing codeine, you may want to read this.
Why Whooping Cough May Be on the Rise
Whooping cough is making a comeback, and that’s not good news.
Novel Cystic Fibrosis Rx Approved
For the first time, the FDA has approved a cystic fibrosis drug that targets the cause of the disease for most patients.
What Statins Might Do for Lung Surgery Patients
A common cholesterol medication may make lung surgery a little bit safer.
Why 'Healthy' Smokers May Be a Myth
Lung function tests may not present the full picture for smokers and ex-smokers.
Where the Smoke Cleared, So Did Asthma Symptoms
Indoor smoking laws not only decrease the amount of secondhand smoke in your favorite restaurant — they might also prevent asthma symptoms.
