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6 Symptoms of Asthma Every Adult Should Know

Over 3.8 million Canadians suffer from asthma, a condition in which inflamed airways make breathing difficult. Wheezing—a whistling or squeaky sound made when you breathe—is a key asthma symptom. Here are other, more subtle signs of asthma.

3 Ways to Manage Your Asthma

Wheezing, coughing, chest tightness-asthma is breathtaking, and not in a good way. Though there is currently no cure for the condition, the majority of sufferers can live full lives with the help of medication and trigger management. Here are three ways you can manage your asthma.

5 Things You Need to Know About Asthma

Short of breath? You’re not alone.

6 Ways to Foil Asthma

The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) and its allergist members, doctors who are experts at diagnosing and treating allergies and asthma, know there is no reason to put up with this misery and offer the following tips for survival.

Asthma-Proof Your Home

Almost three million Canadians suffer from asthma. The latest research from The American Council on Science And Health has pinpointed the most common triggers for asthma.

9 Things You Had No Idea Were Actually Covered in Fecal Matter

Everyone poops—but they should really wash their hands better afterward. Check out all the places where dangerous fecal bacteria may lurk.

8 Reasons You Should Never Let Your Cat Sleep in Your Bed

Spending the night cozied up to your fur-baby may sound relaxing, but sleeping with a cat comes with health risks.

5 Conditions That Can Be Treated with Medical Marijuana—and 3 That Probably Can’t

Find out if medical marijuana is right for you, and where further research is still needed.

The “Other” Virus That’s Putting Those 50+ at Risk

One in three adults over 50 will develop shingles, a painful virus caused by varicella zoster. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself.

Silent Signs of Acid Reflux You Might Be Ignoring

Acid reflux can masquerade as everything from a cold to poor dental hygiene. If you notice any of the following GERD signs, especially if you get typical heartburn symptoms, talk to your doctor.

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