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Benralizumab: London scientists create 'game-changing' first treatment for asthma attacks in 50 years

Researchers say injection will be ‘game changing’ for people with the respiratory condition

Evening Standard

Doctors hail first breakthrough in asthma and COPD treatment in 50 years

Results of trial of benralizumab injection could be ‘gamechanger’ for millions of people around the world

The Guardian - UK

First breakthrough in treating asthma attacks in 50 years hailed as a ‘game-changer’

Benralizumab is a monoclonal antibody that targets specific white blood cells

The Independent UK

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First treatment in 50 years for serious asthma attacks is ‘game-changer’

Benralizumab is a monoclonal antibody that targets specific white blood cells, called eosinophils, to reduce lung inflammation.

Evening Standard

Doctors urged to ditch blue inhalers for asthma treatment over climate concerns

New guidelines say ‘greenhouse gas effect’ of treatment compares to environmental impact of long car journey

The Independent UK

As an asthma and allergy sufferer, this air purifier really eased my symptoms – it’s now at its lowest price ever for Black Friday

I'm a product tester, and this is the air purifier I use in my own home to reduce sickness, aid sleep and relieve symptoms of asthma and allergies

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Is thunderstorm asthma becoming more common?

When spring arrives, so do warnings about thunderstorm asthma. But a decade ago, most of us hadn’t heard of it.

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There’s a buzz online about local honey being the ‘ultimate hay fever hack’ – but does it actually help?

Influencers are claiming raw honey can reduce symptoms but evidence for its effectiveness is weak – and relying on it instead of allergy medication has its risks

The Guardian - AU

Asthma may place children at risk of memory difficulties, study suggests

The study found that children with asthma performed worse in memory tasks.

Evening Standard

Children with asthma have worse memory, major new study finds

Asthma is associated with a greater risk of dementia

The Independent UK

How to avoid the chest infection the whole country seems to have

Lung diseases were attributed to 13% of deaths last year

The Independent UK

Breathing issues cause more emergency NHS admissions than any other condition

Figures for England show one in eight of all unplanned hospital admissions in 2023-24 were for respiratory system diseases

The Guardian - UK

Lung diseases ‘silently suffocating’ the NHS, charity warns

Analysis by Asthma and Lung UK found lung diseases were responsible for one in eight emergency hospital admissions in England last year.

The Independent UK

How Ayurveda can help combat Diwali air pollution and protect respiratory health

Delhi during Diwali radiates with light and festivity, but behind the beauty of the celebrations lies a stark reality—the significant rise in air pollution. Firecrackers, while adding grandeur to the festival, release harmful toxins and particulate matter into the atmosphere, posing serious health risks, particularly for those with respiratory conditions…

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Delhi Poor Air Quality records spike Asthma and COPD cases: AIIMS

AIIMS has reported a increase in cases related to respiratory issues, particularly asthma and COPD allegedly due to Delhi air pollution. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

A young man died mid-flight from an asthma attack. His family claims the airline ‘failed’ him

EXCLUSIVE: British Airways flight attendants never made an announcement asking if there was a doctor onboard, according to a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Shimon Breuer’s brother

Evening Standard

What we know so far about the Queen’s chest infection

Chest infections are common, especially after a cold or flu during autumn and winter.

The Independent UK

Mother of girl, 9, who died in pollution-linked death vows to continue fight after receiving settlement

Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah suffered a fatal asthma attack in February 2013 after being exposed to excessive air pollution

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‘Long and painful journey’ to official apology for Ella’s pollution-linked death

Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah said she will continue to push for clean air after a Government apology for the death of her daughter in 2013.

Evening Standard

Ministers apologise to mother of girl who died after air pollution asthma attack

The three Government departments have settled the claim ahead of a High Court trial for an undisclosed sum.

Medical Daily

Late Menopause Linked To Greater Risk Of Asthma: Study

Entering menopause at a later age is linked to a greater risk for asthma, the study revealed.

Al Jazeera

Why could a silent asthma epidemic be sweeping Africa?

Millions of adolescents in Africa could be living unknowingly with asthma as cases go undiagnosed, researchers find.

The Independent UK

Warning to students amid fears of rise in asthma admissions

Students have been urged to be alert as experts expect a rise in emergency hospital admissions for asthma.

The Guardian - UK

Millions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma – study

Rapid urbanisation thought to be damaging adolescent health, as researchers say need for medication and diagnostic tests is urgent

The Conversation

Why do I have hay fever? I didn’t have it as a child

Hay fever (or allergic rhinitis) is a long-term inflammatory condition that’s incredibly common. It affects about one-quarter of Australians.

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