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Living with Indoor Allergies

Living with Indoor Allergies Sneezing in the sitting room? Coughing in the kitchen? Many common allergens occur primarily indoors and can make your life miserable. Join our panel of experts as they discuss ways to make your home allergy-proof.

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Asthma Attack Prevention

Asthma Attack Prevention If you've ever experienced an asthma attack, you know how frustrating and unpleasant it can be. And since anything from strong perfume to extreme temperatures can trigger an attack, living with asthma can be a daily challenge. Fortunately, many attacks can be prevented once you've identified your personal triggers. Join Dr. Chris Winslow for some helpful tips on getting through your day attack-free.

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Understanding Lung Cancer

Understanding Lung Cancer Lung Cancer, the leading cause of cancer death for both men and women in the US, will be diagnosed in over 169,000 people this year. Avoiding tobacco use can prevent most lung cancers, but some are non-smoking related. Learn the facts about this leading cancer killer.

Keywords: lung cancer, smoking, risk factors, air pollution, soot, sulfur dioxide, fossil fuels, radon, asbestos, carcinogens, small cell lung cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, cough, shortness of breath, wheezing, hoarseness, loss of appetite, bronchitis, pneumonia, primary cancer, bone complications, fracture, asbestosis, metastasis, metastases

FF: Over 5

FF: Over 5 Listen to asthma specialist Dr. Nancy Ostrom discuss the use of inhaled steroids in children with asthma.

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FF: Asthma 101

FF: Asthma 101 Asthma strikes a surprisingly large number of Americans. For some it is a nuisance, to others it can be serious. Listen to experts talk about the primary goals of asthma treatment.

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Mitral Valve Prolapse

Heart trouble may sound like a click away if you have mitral valve prolapse (MVP). But this common misfiring in the heart is seldom serious. Learn what can be done if your MVP is out.

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Asthma in Kids Under 5

Asthma in Kids Under 5 Up to 10% of children in the United States have asthma, and asthma control is key to preventing long-term problems. National treatment guidelines recommend inhaled corticosteroids to control symptoms in very young children with persistent asthma. Listen to experts discuss the options available for children under the age of five.

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Asthma in Kids 5-12

Asthma in Kids 5-12 Most kids with asthma will have their first episode before they go to school. But as kids get older their asthma triggers often change. The best treatment is a two-pronged approach to care: prevention and treatment. Listen to experts talk about options for school-aged kids.

Asthma in Adolescents

Asthma in Adolescents Being a teen can be difficult. Being a teen with asthma poses extra challenges. There may be changes in the characteristics of their symptoms due to puberty, and distractions may make them less aware. Listen as experts discuss how to help adolescents face asthma.

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