Articles for Tag: "asthma"

Common classroom item may make some ‘allergic to class’ 
Common classroom item may make some ‘allergic to class’
So-called dustless chalk in classrooms may trigger allergic reactions in those sensitive to milk protein.
Some Illinois counties get an “F” for clean air 
Some Illinois counties get an “F” for clean air
Most Americans are breathing healthier air, according a new report. Find out why some parts of Illinois didn’t make the grade.
Chemical in plastic linked to kids’ asthma 
Chemical in plastic linked to kids’ asthma
A common chemical in baby bottles and other plastic containers is linked to a host of health problems for kids. Learn how to avoid it.
Asthma, eczema more likely in teens eating junk food 
Asthma, eczema more likely in teens eating junk food
Fatty foods weaken immune system in teens making them more vulnerable to getting skin and respiratory illnesses.