Asthma Health Center

Asthma is one of the most common disorders affecting children. As many as 10 percent of children have some degree of asthma, and the number has been rising steadily since about 1980.

Thankfully, advances in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma have dramatically improved life for these children. DrGreene's asthma topic center is here to help you on your quest for information.

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Limiting Exposure to Secondhand Smoke

Dr. Greene’s Answer: You are wise, Jennifer, to be concerned about the effects of secondhand smoke. Many people think of passive smoke exposure as a minor issue, and that those who are concerned are being a little extreme. The truth is that the inhalation of secondhand smoke is a major health concern. By measuring blood …

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Articles

Formal articles on the Diagnosis, prevention and treatment of asthma

BronchiolitisAsthmaWheezing

Q&A Guides

Pulmonary TestingInhaler Use for Asthma: A key to successful treatmentChronic Allergies and Asthma

Asthma & Environment

Bringing the Outdoors InAsthma and CarsAsthma, Numbers, and the EnvironmentFast Facts on Indoor Air QualityAsthma, Behavior, and Clueless ParentsAsthma and SARS

Asthma Treatment

Asthma TreatmentButterbur – An Effective Natural Remedy for Allergies? Is It Safe? Or Does It Cause Liver Cancer? What You Need to KnowAsthma, Behavior, and Clueless ParentsChildren with Asthma Miss OutAsthma and RefluxAsthma and SARS

Allergies & Asthma

Childhood Diseases: What You Can Do to Change The Odds in Your Child’s FavorChemicals in Your EnvironmentColds, Allergies and Sinus InfectionsFast Facts on Indoor Air QualityFood AllergiesCommon Fumes Cause Asthma?

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