Atopic Dermatitis Linked to Risk of Alopecia Areata, Vitiligo
In large study of U.S. women, AD linked to increased risks of alopecia areata and vitiligo
Increased Risk of Obesity for Children With Asthma
Significantly increased risk of developing obesity in childhood and adolescence for children with asthma
Obesity Underrepresented in Medical Licensing Exams
Exam items primarily address diagnosis and treatment of obesity-related comorbid conditions
Current Asthma Ruled Out for One-in-Three Diagnosed Adults
Those in whom current asthma was ruled out less likely to have undergone testing for airflow limitation
Physician Excess Charges Create Financial Burden for Patients
Fees affect uninsured Americans, privately insured patients who use out-of-network physicians
Allergy Diary Phone App Classifies Phenotypes in Rhinitis
Work impairment seen in 50 percent of users with troublesome rhinitis and/or ocular symptoms
Excessive FDA Regulation Driving High Drug Prices
First-in-class drugs are fast-tracked while follow-on drugs can take up to 15 years to be approved
Acid Suppression in Pregnancy Linked to Childhood Asthma
Review suggests, but doesn't prove, offspring one-third more likely to see a doctor for asthma
Ivermectin Has Topical Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Topical ivermectin improves allergic skin inflammation in murine model of atopic dermatitis
Exercise + Weight Loss Improves Asthma Control in Obese
Addition of exercise to weight-loss program also improves lung function, inflammatory biomarkers
