asthma

Most genetic studies look only at people of European descent. But black and Hispanic children are far more likely to die of asthma, and genetic differences may help explain why.

Video games are often accused of contributing to inactivity, and sometimes for having a violent influence. Studies have shown, however, that gaming can…

Children who live with persistent asthma in childhood are at a higher risk of developing lung problems later in life, according to new findings from a...

For the first time in decades, the number of children with asthma isn't increasing, federal scientists report. But cases continue to rise among African-American children and poor children.

A business group says the limit will hurt American workers. Environmentalists say it's not strict enough. The rule is intended to reduce the health damage of smog.

Children who live in cities in the Northeast are much more likely to have asthma. But a wider look finds that poor children in the suburbs are at high risk, too.

In a recent study from the University of Chicago, people with asthma experienced more lung inflammation when they thought the presence of a certain odor…

Strong odors can be a problem for people with asthma. Even anticipating smells like chemicals or heavy perfumes can lead to an asthma attack. Some scientists think this may lead to new treatments.

Patients coming to hospital emergency departments for acute asthma attacks in recent years received care that did not consistently meet nationally…

The outbreak of serious respiratory illness in children was a big surprise; it was caused by an obscure virus rarely seen in the U.S. Two doctors on the front lines explain what they've learned.