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Book Asthma Allergies  Causes   Cure

    Book Details:
  • Author : Dr. Shiv Kumar
  • Publisher : Diamond Pocket Books (P) Ltd.
  • Release :
  • ISBN : 9788171821358
  • Pages : 212 pages

Download or read book Asthma Allergies Causes Cure written by Dr. Shiv Kumar and published by Diamond Pocket Books (P) Ltd.. This book was released on with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Middleton s Allergy

Download or read book Middleton s Allergy written by and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This best-selling resource has a worldwide reputation as the leader in its field. Focusing on human immunology and biology, while also reporting on scientific experimentation and advancement, it provides comprehensive coverage of state-of-the-art basic science as well as authoritative guidance on the practical aspects of day-to-day diagnosis and management. This new edition includes 700 full-color illustrations and a new, more accessible format to make finding information a snap for the busy practitioner. And this Expert Consult Edition offers online access to the complete contents of the 2-volume set, fully searchable, and much more. Includes a glossary of allergy and immunology for quick and easy reference. Contains keypoints and clinical pearls highlighted to find important information quickly. links to useful online resources both for you and for your patients. Offers contributions from hundreds of international authorities for world-class expertise in overcoming any clinical challenge.

Book Asthma And Allergies  Causes  Prevention And Treatment

Download or read book Asthma And Allergies Causes Prevention And Treatment written by O. P. Jaggi and published by Orient Paperbacks. This book was released on 2005-03 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this comprehensive, logical and easy to understand book, Dr. O.P. Jaggi, a specialist in the treatment of asthma and allergies such as running nose, watery eye, uncontainable bouts of sneezing, appearance of sudden rash, etc., explains not only the medical nature of these problems but also how a patient can discover what is causing these reactions, how to eliminate these causes, and how to determine, with the aid and assistance of the doctor, the best treatment under the given circumstances.

Book How to Control Asthma and Allergy

Download or read book How to Control Asthma and Allergy written by Rajeev Sharma and published by Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd. This book was released on 2013 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The most common problems afflicting people in the modern world are asthma and allergies. Even children are not spared from these. How to Control Asthma and Allergy offers an insight into the basic causes and types of asthma and allergies and how they can be best dealt with. The book provides multiple treatment options to choose from – allopathy, acupressure, acupuncture, magnetotherapy, ayurveda, homoeopathy and nature cure. Written in a simple and lucid style, the book includes objective questions which can help people ascertain whether they are potentially asthmatic and whether they are allergic to certain conditions of nature, drugs and food. However and not as a substitute for qualified medical diagnosis and treatment. Table of Content... 01. The Lungs 02. Causes and Types of Asthma 03. Asthma in Children 04. Treatment by Alternative Systems 05. Treatment by Naturopathy and Yogic Exercise 06. Treatment by Allopathy 07. Diet 08. Frequently Asked Questions 09. Some Objective Questions 10. Enlarged Tonsils and Asthma 11. Perennial Sneezing or Perennial Allergic Rhinitis 12. Seasonal Sneezing or Hay Fever 13. Allergy to Drugs"

Book The Allergy and Asthma Cure

Download or read book The Allergy and Asthma Cure written by Fred Pescatore and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2008-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Free yourself of allergies and asthma once and for all with Dr. Pescatore's breakthrough program "" Dr. Fred Pescatore's The Allergy and Asthma Cure reveals a unique and revolutionary understanding of the underlying conditions of allergy and asthma-from food triggers to the environment to nutritional deficiencies. His integrative program of both alternative and traditional treatments can dramatically improve health and vitality, safely and soundly. This book will have a prominent place in my library and I highly recommend it! "" -Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D., C.N.S., author of the bestselling The Fat Flush Plan ""Conventional medicine has largely shrugged its shoulders in confusion about the causes of allergies and asthma in millions of people. In this book Dr. Fred Pescatore deals with the roots of these modern epidemics, drawing on his clinical experience, and he provides clear recommendations for turning back the tide and restoring health."" - Jack Challem, author of the bestselling Syndrome X and The Inflammation Syndrome ""The Allergy and Asthma Cure is the book we have all been waiting for. Dr. Pescatore manages, in a concise manner, to summarize all the facts and presents a comprehensive healing guide that incorporates both conventional and alternative approaches. A must-read for those dealing with these issues."" -Artur Spokojny, M.D., F.A.C.C., Medical Director of Integrative Medicine of Manhattan, Associate Professor of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College ""I believe that The Allergy and Asthma Cure holds the key to understanding how nutritional medicine can really work for you. Allergies (from skin conditions to seasonal types) and asthma can be cured, not just held at bay. This book shows the way. Dr. Pescatore is truly a healer."" -Roberta Flack, singer/songwriter ""I have seen firsthand how The Allergy and Asthma Cure has changed people's lives for the better. I have started using his treatment protocols for my own patients with a remarkable success rate, and best of all with no side effects. Many of my patients are getting off their allergy and asthma medications completely. I strongly recommend this book to anyone with allergies or asthma."" -Dana G. Cohen, M.D., board-certified, Internal Medicine ""This book is for anyone willing to give up his or her life as an asthmatic. I had tried every drug and treatment available and the asthma only got worse. Under Dr. Pescatore's care, I began to see results within six weeks. It's been over two years now living without an attack. His approach has changed the way I live."" -Paul Goldman, patient

Book The Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies

Download or read book The Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies written by Mayo Clinic and published by Oxmoor House. This book was released on 2010-10-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many common health problems can be treated with simple remedies you can do at home. Even if the steps you take don't cure the problem, they can relieve symptoms and allow you to go about your daily life, or at least help you until you're able to see a doctor. Some remedies, such as changing your diet to deal with heartburn or adapting your home environment to cope with chronic pain, may seem like common sense. You may have questions about when to apply heat or cold to injuries, what helps relieve the itch of an insect bite, or whether certain herbs, vitamins or minerals are really effective against the common cold or insomnia. You'll find these answers and more in Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies. In situations involving your health or the health of your family, the same questions typically arise: What actions can I take that are immediate, safe and effective? When should I contact my doctor? What symptoms signal an emergency? Mayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies clearly defines these questions with regard to your health concerns and guides you to choose the appropriate and most effective response.

Book Healing the New Childhood Epidemics  Autism  ADHD  Asthma  and Allergies

Download or read book Healing the New Childhood Epidemics Autism ADHD Asthma and Allergies written by Kenneth Bock and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2008-04-29 with total page 480 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive program that targets all four of the 4-A epidemics: autism, ADHD, asthma, and allergies “An easy-to-read commonsense guide to beneficial biomedical treatments.”—Temple Grandin Doctors have generally overlooked the connections among the 4-A disorders. For years the medical establishment has considered autism medically untreatable and utterly incurable, and has limited ADHD treatment mainly to symptom suppression. Dr. Kenneth Bock, a leading medical innovator, along with his colleagues, have discovered a solution that goes to the root of the problem. They have found that modern toxins, nutritional deficiencies, metabolic imbalances, genetic vulnerabilities, and assaults on the immune and gastrointestinal systems trigger most of the symptoms of the 4-A disorders, resulting in frequent misdiagnosis and untold mysteries. Dr. Bock’s remarkable Healing Program is an innovative biomedical approach that has changed the lives of more than a thousand children. Drawn from medical research and based on years of clinical success, this program offers a safe, sensible solution that is individualized to each child to help remedy the root causes. Dr. Bock also shares the dramatic true stories of parents and children that will inspire you to change the life of your own child. Hope is at last within reach.

Book Winning the War Against Asthma   Allergies

Download or read book Winning the War Against Asthma Allergies written by Ellen W. Cutler and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers information about asthma, discusses treatments the author has found to be helpful in her work with asthma sufferers, and reviews natural therapies and treatments that may be used in addition to or in place of orthodox medicine.

Book The Allergy and Asthma Cure

Download or read book The Allergy and Asthma Cure written by Fred Pescatore, M.D. and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2010-12-22 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Free yourself of allergies and asthma once and for all with Dr. Pescatore's breakthrough program " Dr. Fred Pescatore's The Allergy and Asthma Cure reveals a unique and revolutionary understanding of the underlying conditions of allergy and asthma-from food triggers to the environment to nutritional deficiencies. His integrative program of both alternative and traditional treatments can dramatically improve health and vitality, safely and soundly. This book will have a prominent place in my library and I highly recommend it! " -Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D., C.N.S., author of the bestselling The Fat Flush Plan "Conventional medicine has largely shrugged its shoulders in confusion about the causes of allergies and asthma in millions of people. In this book Dr. Fred Pescatore deals with the roots of these modern epidemics, drawing on his clinical experience, and he provides clear recommendations for turning back the tide and restoring health." - Jack Challem, author of the bestselling Syndrome X and The Inflammation Syndrome "The Allergy and Asthma Cure is the book we have all been waiting for. Dr. Pescatore manages, in a concise manner, to summarize all the facts and presents a comprehensive healing guide that incorporates both conventional and alternative approaches. A must-read for those dealing with these issues." -Artur Spokojny, M.D., F.A.C.C., Medical Director of Integrative Medicine of Manhattan, Associate Professor of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College "I have seen firsthand how The Allergy and Asthma Cure has changed people's lives for the better. I have started using his treatment protocols for my own patients with a remarkable success rate, and best of all with no side effects. Many of my patients are getting off their allergy and asthma medications completely. I strongly recommend this book to anyone with allergies or asthma." -Dana G. Cohen, M.D., board-certified, Internal Medicine

Book Asthma  Causes  Symptoms  and Effective Treatment Approaches

Download or read book Asthma Causes Symptoms and Effective Treatment Approaches written by Ethan D. Anderson and published by BornIncredible.com. This book was released on 2023-01-01 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Complete Guide to Understanding and Managing Asthma for a Healthy and Fulfilling Life Discover comprehensive insights and practical advice on asthma with this indispensable resource for individuals living with the condition, their families, and healthcare professionals. Asthma affects millions of people worldwide, impacting their quality of life and posing significant health risks. This comprehensive guide, "Asthma: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment Approaches," provides an in-depth understanding of the condition, its history, impact, causes, and various types of asthma. It also explores treatment options, lifestyle modifications, and strategies for managing asthma triggers. The book delves into specific topics such as: The relationship between allergies, irritants, respiratory infections, exercise, family history, genetics, obesity, occupational exposures, and stress on asthma Diagnosis techniques like spirometry, peak flow meter, allergy testing, bronchial provocation tests, and more Overview of asthma medications, complementary and alternative therapies, and the importance of following an asthma action plan Nutrition and lifestyle changes in treatment, including exercise, diet, quitting smoking or vaping, reducing irritants, and stress management Coping with emotional and social challenges of living with asthma, education and advocacy for asthma awareness, and supporting loved ones with asthma With personal stories that offer encouragement and inspiration, this book also discusses asthma in children, older adults, and during pregnancy. It covers asthma emergencies and when to seek medical attention, as well as the latest research and innovations in the field, such as biological therapies, gene therapy, personalized medicine, smart inhalers, and more. "Asthma: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment Approaches" is an essential resource for anyone affected by asthma, providing a wealth of knowledge and practical guidance to help improve quality of life and better manage this chronic condition. Don't let asthma control your life or the life of your loved ones; take charge with this comprehensive guide. Get your copy of "Asthma: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment Approaches" today and take the first step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life with asthma! Table of Contents Introduction The History Of Asthma Definition And Explanation Of Asthma Statistics On Asthma Prevalence And Impact On Individuals And Society The Impact Of Asthma Both Globally And Nationally. The Causes Of Asthma The Relationship Between Allergies And Asthma The Relationship Between Irritants And Asthma The Relationship Between Respiratory Infections And Asthma The Relationship Between Exercise And Asthma The Relationship Between Family History And Asthma The Relationship Between Genetics And Asthma The Relationship Between Obesity And Asthma The Relationship Between Occupational Exposures And Asthma The Relationship Between Stress And Asthma Controversial Theories About Asthma. Pathophysiology Of Asthma Types Of Asthma Bronchial Asthma Intermittent Asthma Persistent Asthma Reactive Airway Disease Brittle Asthma Common Triggers For Asthma Attacks Symptoms Of Asthma Physical Symptoms Emotional Symptoms How Asthma Is Diagnosed Spirometry: Peak Flow Meter: Allergy Testing: Bronchial Provocation Test: Fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) testing: Methacholine challenge testing: Other Possible Tests Treatment Options For Asthma Overview Of Asthma Medications Complementary And Alternative Therapies Importance Of Following An Asthma Action Plan The Role Of Healthcare Professionals Questions To Ask Your Doctor The Role Of Nutrition And Lifestyle Changes In Treatment Living With Asthma Managing Asthma Triggers In The Home, Workplace, And Other Environments Identify Your Asthma Triggers Lifestyle Modifications To Reduce Asthma Symptoms Reduce Asthma Symptoms With Exercise: Reduce Asthma Symptoms With Diet Reduce Asthma Symptoms By Quiting Smoking Or Vaping Reduce Asthma Symptoms By Reducing Irritants Reduce Asthma Symptoms By Reducing Stress Possible Natural Remedies Tips To Help Prevent Asthma Attacks What To Do During An Asthma Attack Breathing Normalization Breathing Exercises That May Help Your Asthma Hyperventilation To Help With Asthma Coping With Emotional And Social Challenges Of Living With Asthma Education And Advocacy For Asthma Awareness Asthma In Children And Older Adults Do You Ever Outgrow Asthma Asthma And Pregnancy Asthma Emergencies And When To Seek Medical Attention Research And Innovations Biological Therapies: Gene therapy: Personalized Medicine: Smart Inhalers: Air Pollution Monitoring: Virtual Reality Therapy: Nanotechnology: Telemedicine: Precision medicine: Environmental interventions: Wearable technology: Asthma apps: Living With Asthma Encouragement And Inspiration For Those Living With Asthma Supporting Loved Ones With Asthma How To Support A Partner, Family Member, Or Friend With The Condition Tips For Providing Emotional Support And Practical Assistance Personal Stories Emily’s Story Rachel’s Story Lily’s Story Ava’s Story Kasia’s Story Anna’s Story David’s Story Ryan’s Story Rohan’s Story Anjali’s Story Aarav’s Story Kahu’s Story Looking Forward Current Research And Advancements In Treatment Options Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions. What is the main cause of asthma? What are the 3 types of asthma? How do u know if u have asthma? What are 2 triggers of asthma? Can you get rid of asthma? What asthmatics should avoid? What is the best treatment for asthma? Why is asthma worse at night? Does asthma get worse with age? What is an asthma cough like? How do I test for asthma? What does an asthma cough sound like? How do you calm an asthma cough at night? Does stress trigger asthma? Does asthma make you tired? Do asthma patients live long? What are the foods that trigger asthma? What helps asthma without an inhaler? What foods help asthma? Is cold water good for asthma? Is asthma higher risk for Covid? What naturally heals asthma? Can your lungs heal from asthma? What exercises cure asthma? What position should I sleep in for asthma? What are the side effects of Ventolin? When should you go to the hospital for asthma? Does asthma show up on xray? What happens if asthma is untreated? At what age is asthma most severe? What is difference between asthma and bronchial asthma? What is the best treatment for bronchial asthma? What is the most common symptom of bronchial asthma? What can trigger bronchial asthma? How serious is bronchial asthma? What should I avoid if I have bronchial asthma? How do you test for bronchial asthma? Which drug will aggravate bronchial asthma? What are the three 3 most common triggers for asthma? How long does bronchial asthma last? How can you tell the difference between bronchial asthma and COPD? What is the most severe asthma called? Are you contagious if you have bronchial asthma? What is the difference between bronchitis and bronchial asthma? Can bronchial asthma be cured permanently? Can bronchial asthma cause sudden death? Is walking good for bronchial asthma? What are the five foods that trigger asthma? Is banana good for bronchial asthma? Which fruit is good for bronchial asthma? What does asthmatic bronchitis feel like? Is paracetamol good for asthma? What medication opens up airways? Why can't asthmatics have ibuprofen? What are silent asthma symptoms? How do I know if I have bronchitis or emphysema? Can bronchial asthma lead to COPD? Is asthma cough wet or dry? Do asthmatics cough up phlegm? What's the best way to get phlegm out of your chest? What triggers intermittent asthma? What are the symptoms of intermittent asthma? Can intermittent asthma be cured? How is intermittent asthma diagnosed? What is the treatment for intermittent asthma? What medication is used for mild intermittent asthma? What is silent asthma? What is the life expectancy of someone with asthma? What is quick relief of symptoms of intermittent asthma? How do you calm an asthma flare up? Is it normal to have asthma attacks every day? What makes asthma worse at night? Why have I suddenly developed asthma? What medication do they give you for asthma in New Zealand? How can I calm my asthma without medication? How is mild intermittent asthma diagnosed? What is the mildest form of asthma? What are the 5 stages of asthma? What type of asthma is considered the most life threatening? Does asthma mean you have weak lungs? What does untreated asthma feel like? Does anxiety trigger asthma? Does asthma get worse as you age? Does walking help asthma? Is asthma related to heart problems? What an asthmatic person should avoid? Does cold air help asthma? What foods help with asthma? How do I know what type of asthma I have? Can asthma flare up for no reason? What causes persistent asthma? What are the 4 categories of asthma? What does persistent asthma feel like? What is the treatment for persistent asthma? Can persistent asthma be cured? What is the most serious type of asthma? What is the last stage of asthma? How do I know if my asthma is severe? Why wont my asthma go away? What is stage 4 asthma? What to do if inhaler isn t helping? What is the strongest asthma treatment? What medication is used for severe persistent asthma? Can you live a long life with severe asthma? Is cold air good for asthma? Does asthma worsen with age? What condition is worse than asthma? Why has my asthma suddenly got worse? How can I strengthen my lungs from asthma? Is asthma considered a disability? Can a chest xray show asthma? Can Ventolin make asthma worse? Why is my Ventolin inhaler not working? How do I know if I have COPD or asthma? What qualifies as uncontrolled asthma? When should you step down for asthma? What is the new asthma drug 2022? Does asthma lead to COPD? What do hospitals do for asthma attacks? When steroids don't help asthma? What triggers reactive airway disease? Is reactive airway disease serious? Can reactive airways be cured? What does reactive airway disease feel like? How do you calm reactive airways? Can anxiety cause reactive airway disease? How long can reactive airway disease last? Does reactive airway disease turn into asthma? Is there a difference between asthma and reactive airway disease? Is reactive airway disease caused by Covid? Can a virus cause reactive airway disease? What reduces inflammation in the airways? What age is reactive airway disease? Can airway inflammation go away? What medicine relaxes airways? Can sinusitis cause reactive airway? What are the symptoms of inflammation of airways? What are the 2 most common inflammatory diseases of the airway? Is inflammation of the airways serious? What steroids treat reactive airway disease? Does reactive airway disease cause sleep apnea? Is reactive airway disease the same as bronchiolitis? What causes air trapping in lungs? How do you get small airways disease? How do you treat air trapping in the lungs? How long does it take for inflamed airways to heal? How can I reduce inflammation in my airways naturally? Why can't asthmatics take ibuprofen? Is reactive airway disease genetic? Which condition is permanent inflammation of the airways?

Book Asthma and Allergies

    Book Details:
  • Author : Om Prakash Jaggi
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 1985
  • ISBN :
  • Pages : pages

Download or read book Asthma and Allergies written by Om Prakash Jaggi and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Causes and Possible Prevention of Asthma and Allergies

Download or read book Causes and Possible Prevention of Asthma and Allergies written by Brijesh Kumar and published by Diamond Pocket Books Pvt Ltd. This book was released on 2015-03-03 with total page 62 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allergy is a disorder in which a person becomes hypersensitive to particular antigens (called Allergens) which provoke characteristic symptoms whenever they are subsequently encountered. This book spells out detailed information on the causes, prevention, and treatment of Asthma and all other respiratory disorders, in general in relation to allergies caused by various allergens. Various lines of treatment are suggested in a simple and understandable manner. Hopefully, this book will serve as a true guide to the readers to mitigate their asthmatic and allergic problems.

Book Severe Asthma

    Book Details:
  • Author : Kian Fan Chung
  • Publisher : European Respiratory Society
  • Release : 2019-06-01
  • ISBN : 1849841047
  • Pages : 360 pages

Download or read book Severe Asthma written by Kian Fan Chung and published by European Respiratory Society. This book was released on 2019-06-01 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Severe asthma is a form of asthma that responds poorly to currently available medication, and its patients represent those with greatest unmet needs. In the last 10 years, substantial progress has been made in terms of understanding some of the mechanisms that drive severe asthma; there have also been concomitant advances in the recognition of specific molecular phenotypes. This ERS Monograph covers all aspects of severe asthma – epidemiology, diagnosis, mechanisms, treatment and management – but has a particular focus on recent understanding of mechanistic heterogeneity based on an analytic approach using various ‘omics platforms applied to clinically well-defined asthma cohorts. How these advances have led to improved management targets is also emphasised. This book brings together the clinical and scientific expertise of those from around the world who are collaborating to solve the problem of severe asthma.

Book Allergy and Its Cure

    Book Details:
  • Author : Sayeed Ahmad
  • Publisher : B. Jain Publishers
  • Release : 2001
  • ISBN : 9788170216124
  • Pages : 72 pages

Download or read book Allergy and Its Cure written by Sayeed Ahmad and published by B. Jain Publishers. This book was released on 2001 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allergy can be described as a disorder in which the body becomes hypersensitive to particular allergens, which excite characteristic symptoms in allergic persons when eat, inhale or touch the allergens.

Book Asthma and Allergies

Download or read book Asthma and Allergies written by Dr. O P Jaggi and published by Orient Publishing. This book was released on 2019-08-01 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Running nose and watery eyes, uncontrollable bouts of sneezing, appearance of sudden rash, shortness of breath, tightness in chest. These could be symptoms of allergic reaction, or of incipient asthma. These and other allergic reactions are reversible, if well managed, write the authors, both specialists in the treatment of asthma and allergies. In this comprehensive and readily understandable book, they explain not only the medical nature of these problems but tell how a patient can learn what is causing his reactions, how to eliminate these causes from his environment and with the help of his doctor, learn which treatment works best. A special section deals with helping children prone to asthma.

Book Bronchial Asthma

    Book Details:
  • Author : M. Eric Gershwin
  • Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
  • Release : 2011-08-31
  • ISBN : 1441968369
  • Pages : 440 pages

Download or read book Bronchial Asthma written by M. Eric Gershwin and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-08-31 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hailed by professional journals and esteemed by primary care physicians, Bronchial Asthma: A Guide for Practical Understanding and Treatment, Sixth Edition, has been fully updated to help physicians face the challenge of diagnosis and management in every variety of patient subpopulation.

Book Breathing Space

    Book Details:
  • Author : Gregg Mitman
  • Publisher : Yale University Press
  • Release : 2008-10-01
  • ISBN : 0300138326
  • Pages : 330 pages

Download or read book Breathing Space written by Gregg Mitman and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Allergy is the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the United States. More than fifty million Americans suffer from allergies, and they spend an estimated $18 billion coping with them. Yet despite advances in biomedicine and enormous investment in research over the past fifty years, the burden of allergic disease continues to grow. Why have we failed to reverse this trend? Breathing Space offers an intimate portrait of how allergic disease has shaped American culture, landscape, and life. Drawing on environmental, medical, and cultural history and the life stories of people, plants, and insects, Mitman traces how America’s changing environment from the late 1800s to the present day has led to the epidemic growth of allergic disease. We have seen a never-ending stream of solutions to combat allergies, from hay fever resorts, herbicides, and air-conditioned homes to numerous potions and pills. But, as Mitman shows, despite the quest for a magic bullet, none of the attempted solutions has succeeded. Until we address how our changing environment—physical, biological, social, and economic—has helped to create America’s allergic landscape, that hoped-for success will continue to elude us.