Childhood Asthma
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Gene linked with childhood asthma identified
Science Daily
Scientists have identified the gene linked to childhood asthma providing new hope for therapies.
What causes asthma?
Health Central
Did you know - reflux, exercise, aspirin and even too much hygiene can all be causes of childhood asthma?
Genetics, age and sex
National Asthma Education Program
?. all can play a role in determining your risk for getting asthma. Learn more about the risk factors for childhood asthma.
Need another reason to quit smoking?
C-Health
Maternal smoking may be a cause for childhood asthma, according to a Norwegian study.
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Antibiotics and asthma
New York Times
NY Times article talks about the link between antibiotic use and childhood asthma.
What triggers an attack?
Kids Health
Perfumes, smoke, reflux, weather - almost anything can trigger an attack. Learn the most common triggers for childhood asthma.
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All about asthma in children
American Lung Association
Overview of childhood asthma - causes, signs, triggers?
Asthma in children under five
Healthline
Video provides excellent information on childhood asthma - how to recognize asthma symptoms, the causes, differentiating between asthma and colds, treatments etc.
What to do during an attack
Healthy World
Dealing with childhood asthma? Site provides handy flow-chart to deal with an attack.
Asthma and sports
Kids Health
When properly managed, childhood asthma should not stop kids from playing sports. Follow these helpful tips to keep your child in the game.
Managing your child's asthma
Mayo Clinic
A good action plan is key to managing childhood asthma. Make sure you have one in place, with this printable plan.
Lengthy video discusses many aspects of childhood asthma including RSV, premature birth, inhalers, nebulizers and much more.
Asthma information for kids
Natl. Jewish Med. and Res. Center
Kids can learn about childhood asthma and have fun at the same time with these interactive lessons from the Asthma Wizard.
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Measuring lung function
Children's Hospital Boston
Describes peak flow meters, oximeters, and spirometers, medical devices used in childhood asthma diagnosis and treatment.
Medications for your child's asthma.
American Lung Association
Corticosteroids, bronchodilators, anti-inflammatory - confused by all the terms? This site provides an in-depth look at medications for childhood asthma.

