Asthma

• Wildfire smoke linked to rise in ER visits for asthma: study

  Researchers say the first wave of the 2023 wildfires may have served as a wake-up call so people learned to protect themselves from poor air quality before the smoke struck again.

  Health

  May 5, 2025
  
• ‘Emergencies don’t wait’: A 4-year-old’s death and a town’s push for 24-hour urgent care

  A family from Cochrane, AB is sharing the story of their daughter's death in hopes it results in a 24/7 urgent health care centre in the town.

  Health

  Jan 6, 2025
  
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• Injectable asthma treatment hailed as ‘game-changer.’ Here’s why

  The findings show that the AstraZeneca drug can also be used during the emergency of a life-threatening attack to reduce the need for further treatment and hospitalisations.

  Health

  Nov 28, 2024
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• Common cause for 4 major childhood allergies revealed in B.C. study

  Researchers found an imbalance in gut bacteria was linked to the development of eczema, asthma, food allergies and hay fever, and say the data may help prevent them in the future.

  Health

  Aug 29, 2023
• Wildfire smoke can worsen asthma. What you can do to protect yourself

  In addition to asthma, research has shown that wildfire smoke is associated with more hospital visits for both children and adults with other lung conditions, one expert said.

  Health

  Jul 20, 2023
• Coroner investigating death of B.C. child with asthma in midst of wildfire season

  The "incredible little boy" from 100 Mile House loved to dance and play soccer, but knew he had to keep his puffer close, parents Amber and James told Global News.

  Health

  Jul 17, 2023
• Climate change causing more allergies among Canadians, experts warn

  Much of the rise in allergies and asthma 'can be directly linked to climate change,' said the president of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment.

  Health

  May 26, 2023
• Carbon footprint from inhalers equal to 22% of all Fraser Health’s emissions: Study

  "There's many, many more options available for patients with respiratory disease that do not require the propellants," said study co-author Dr. Kevin Liang.

  Health

  Apr 25, 2023
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• Higher pollution levels: Calgary area under special air quality statement

  The weather agency said "stagnant weather conditions are creating elevated pollution levels" that are expected to improve overnight.

  Canada

  Mar 13, 2023
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• How climate change affects seasonal allergies in Manitoba and beyond

  Climate change means allergy season starts earlier and lasts longer each year. Add that to longer more severe wildfire seasons, and experts say the health impacts are worsening.

  Canada

  Feb 3, 2023