Asthma

14. July 2020 in ECARF News

Does a low carbohydrate diet prevent asthma attacks?

Eating more fat than carbohydrates appears to curb inflammation in the lungs. This was the result of an animal study conducted by the University of Bonn.

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6. July 2020 in ECARF News

Extreme cleaning can trigger asthma in children

Chemicals in cleaning products irritate the airways. A recent Canadian study demonstrates the effects of this on young children

Ein Smartphone, das in einer Halterung neben einem Autolenkrad befestigt ist zeigt ein durchgestrichenes Männchen. Darüber steht COVID-19.

3. June 2020 in ECARF News

COVID-19: Does pollution play a role?

Pollution causes disease. High levels of pollution may also be one of the reasons why more people are dying from the novel coronavirus in certain regions. A geoscientist from Halle has made this discovery.

30. May 2020 in ECARF News

Corona pandemic: How can people with allergies protect themselves?

Handwashing, social distancing and mask wearing are the key measures people can take to protect themselves against the coronavirus. But people with allergies have other factors to consider.

2. March 2020 in Interesting facts

Vitamin D in pregnancy does not affect childhood asthma risk

In 2016, an American study inspired hope that children would be protected against asthma if their mothers took vitamin D while pregnant. The recently published long-term results do not support this theory.

24. February 2020 in Interesting facts

Incorrect use of nasal sprays for asthma treatment

Nine in ten asthma patients are unable to use corticosteroid nasal sprays correctly. A Dutch working group is therefore calling for improvements to be made to user instructions and for patients to be provided with better guidance.

21. August 2019 in Interesting facts

Family doctors often fail to recognise cortisone-induced diabetes

Long-term cortisone use can lead to a specific type of diabetes that is often not recognised right away, according to the German Diabetes Association (DDG).

30. July 2019 in Everyday tips

Allergy risk on holiday at the beach

A seaside holiday can alleviate allergy symptoms, but not always. The bracing climate does not keep all allergens at bay. Even jumping into cool waters can have an adverse effect.

30. July 2019 in Interesting facts

Asthma attacks related to (summer) thunderstorms

High winds can blow grass pollen around during thunderstorms in summer. As a result, an increasing number of people end up seeking emergency medical treatment for breathing difficulties.

22. February 2019 in Interesting facts

Fine Particulates Put Children’s Health at Risk

Paediatric allergy specialists in Germany are calling for a lowering of the threshold value for fine particulates. Prior to this, a group of pulmonologists in Germany disputed the scientific basis of the upper limit for fine particulates.

28. January 2019 in Interesting facts

Fast Food Increases Allergy Risk

People who eat fast food at least three times per week are more prone to shortness of breath, asthma, allergic rhinitis and skin rashes.

9. January 2019 in Interesting facts

Asthma Can Also Begin After 60

Argentinean researchers have discovered that as many as ten in 100 people over 60 may develop asthma. People with allergies are especially at risk.

18. December 2018 in Interesting facts

Allergies during Christmas Time

People with hay fever usually look forward to the colder months as the pollen season comes to an end and allergy symptoms subside. But the winter season brings its own share of allergens. Our Advent and Christmas traditions include many

26. September 2018 in Interesting facts

Ivy Helps Reduce Fine Dust

Building facades covered in ivy regulate the indoor climate while also filtering out fine dust particles, according to scientists in Cologne and Jülich, Germany.

11. January 2018 in Interesting facts

Vitamin D protects against allergic asthma attacks

Vitamin D is like a miracle vitamin for the prevention of many diseases. It is often impossible to confirm the assumption that the vitamin has a protective effect. But it does appear to have a positive effect on allergic asthma.

13. July 2017 in Everyday tips

What to Pack in a Travel Health Kit

Fever, diarrhoea, muscle strains – accidents or illnesses are not the first things that come to mind when planning a holiday. People with allergies need to be prepared so that they do not have to resort to inappropriate medications while

11. July 2017 in Everyday tips

My Child Has an Allergy – Tips for Starting School

Every child looks forward to the first day of school with excitement and anticipation. For parents, it is a time of ‘letting go’ as their children become more independent. This can be especially difficult when a child has severe allergies.

6. May 2017 in Everyday tips

How can I exercise if I have asthma?

Not only can asthmatics exercise, they actually should. Movement is the best respiratory therapy. Regular physical activity strengthens pulmonary function, improves endurance and the respiratory muscles, eases depression and helps you relax.

29. April 2016 in ECARF News

When we inhale, the air goes first through our mouth or nose. From there it continues into the windpipe. The windpipe divides at the end into two main branches (medical term: bronchi), which enter the right and left lungs. This