For the study, researchers tracked 1,070 kids aged 12 to 18 who were overweight or obese and also had a diagnosis of asthma.

Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD Key Takeaways Asthma can be caused by genetics, like having a parent with asthma.

One out of every 12 school-age children has asthma, which is the most common reason for missed school days. Any time a child develops asthma symptoms, it’s worth looking at what they ate, touched, or ...

The study is part of a growing body of research examining the benefits of climate change solutions on human health.

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Researchers found significantly worse asthma control via two measures among pediatric patients in Vermont and New York during ...

Emily Albino, 13, died last December after an asthma attack led to a cardiac arrest. A choir made up of people with lung conditions uses singing to strengthen their breathing muscles. Families with ...

Regarding who can use these inhalers, NHS guidelines state: "Most adults can use beclometasone inhalers for asthma or COPD.