Breathing Problems-Secondhand Smoke-Asthma Symptoms-Wheeze

Secondhand smoke again tied to asthma in kids

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A fresh look at past studies suggests kids who live with a smoker are more likely to wheeze or get Asthma, providing more evidence for the link between secondhand smoke and breathing problems. Researchers found that the biggest effect on wheeze and asthma symptoms was seen in babies and toddlers whose moms smoked while they were pregnant or soon after kids were born. The findings don't prove that secondhand smoke caused kids to get asthma, but they add to other research suggesting smoke exposure may trigger respiratory problems in youngsters, researchers said. ... read more..

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Lung Function-Asthma-Lungs

Breastfeeding tied to stronger lungs, less asthma

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Kids who were breastfed as babies may have better lung function, and a lower risk of Asthma, than those who were formula-fed, two new reports suggest. Researchers said that past studies have found conflicting results when it comes to the effects of breastfeeding on kids' lungs, with some research suggesting that moms with asthma who breastfeed may be putting their kids at risk as well. ... read more..

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