One-Third of Schools Built in Air Pollution Danger Zones
Unhealthy proximity to major roads is public health concern future planners should address
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Food Allergy Action Plan Can Keep Kids From Harm
Allergists recommend consulting with school staff on avoidance strategies
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Climate Change Linked to Longer Pollen Seasons
Increasing temperatures, carbon dioxide levels add to discomfort of ragweed allergies
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Lung Association Urges Back-to-School Asthma Checklist
Since almost 11% of school-age kids have the disease, parents should take precautions
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Smokers More Likely to Bleed After Throat Surgery
Understanding link may help doctors better counsel patients before operations
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Stress, Anxiety Worsen Response to Allergens
Delayed reactions also occur in allergic asthma, can be life-threatening, study says
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New Therapy Freezes Out Esophageal Cancers
Cryoablation attractive option for older patients with other medical issues, team says
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Black Henna Tattoo Chemical Can Cause Skin Reaction
Additive to popular markings puts wearers at risk for allergic dermatitis, eczema, scarring, dermatology group warns.
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Advances Made Against Alzheimer's Disease
Antihistamines, immune therapy among ideas that could lead to new treatments, experts say
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Hearing Loss May Be More Widespread Than Thought
White, Mexican-American men at highest risk, survey shows
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Children Can Develop Tolerance to Egg Allergy
Greek study finds gradual exposure builds resistance over time
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Women More Likely to Have Second Thoughts on Tattoos
They're much more inclined to have one removed than men, study shows
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All Newborns Should Have Ears Screened, Task Force Says
Up to 3 of every 1,000 U.S. babies born with hearing loss, experts note
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Just Say No to Nuts During Pregnancy
Daily consumption while expecting ups odds of asthmatic offspring, study suggests
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Stomach Germ May Protect Against Asthma
Disappearance of H. pylori could leave kids more susceptible to the disease, study says
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