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October 7, 2020
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Fall Season Illnesses

Join Dr. McWilliams as we discuss this fall season in a very different time! Learn some basics of differentiating between […]

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July 24, 2019
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Asthma

Chronic Cough

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When Does a Cough Require Medical Attention?

Coughing may classified by duration: • acute coughs last less than 3 weeks • subacute coughs last 3–8 weeks • […]

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April 15, 2019
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New Treatment Options Offer Hope for Asthma Sufferers

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), more than 26 million Americans suffer from asthma. Some people have asthma […]

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May 3, 2018
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How do I know if I have Asthma?

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April 26, 2018
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Asthma

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It still makes sense to take your medications

Everything old is new again … A new article in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology in Practice reviews […]

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August 25, 2017
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Allergic Rhinitis

Asthma

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Can Thunderstorms Cause Asthma?

An interesting, if infrequent, phenomenon is that of thunderstorm-induced asthma. There have been reports all over the world, including the […]

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July 13, 2017
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New Asthma Treatments

An Update on New Treatments for Asthma Asthma is a common health condition affecting 1 in 12 adults and 1 […]

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June 27, 2017
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Asthma

Exercise
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Exercise induced Asthma

Like the name suggests, exercise induced asthma or exercise induced bronchospasm (EIB) is asthma that is triggered by vigorous or […]

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January 25, 2017
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Asthma

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Allergy Myth Busters: Can I become dependent on my asthma medications?

Inspired by one of our favorite television shows, Allergy Myth Busters looks at a number of popularly held beliefs about […]

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October 5, 2016
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Breaking News: The impact of environment on developing allergies and asthma

Asthma is a chronic illness in childhood that is frequently triggered by allergies. The dramatic increase in this condition in […]

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July 19, 2016
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Breaking News: Combination asthma inhalers are not riskier than inhaled steroids

What is the issue? The safety of long acting beta-agonists (LABAs) like salmeterol for asthma treatment has been debated for […]

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July 13, 2016
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Asthma

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COPD vs. Asthma

What is the difference between COPD and Asthma? A common concern of patients is the difference between chronic obstructive pulmonary […]

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July 11, 2016
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Allergy & Asthma Care

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APpal

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APpal – Download Now!

Allergy Partners releases smartphone app for patient use Asheville, North Carolina, July 5, 2016- There is now a mobile app […]

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March 7, 2016
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Asthma is Not Obvious

If you cough, feel out of breath too quickly with exercise, or have chest colds that last one to two weeks, you may have asthma. This can be confusing because you may not have “Asthma Attacks” or wheezing. The symptoms of asthma can be different in different people. Some people feel tightness or itching of their throat or upper chest. Some feel tired after not sleeping

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February 12, 2016
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Occupational or Workplace Asthma

Patients that suffer from occupational asthma (asthma caused by breathing in hazardous substances in the workplace) may not realize their symptoms are work-related. It can also affect their ability to work, overall quality of life, and even threaten their lives.

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January 20, 2016
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Asthma
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Use of Asthma Medication During Pregnancy

Maternal asthma during pregnancy has been associated with increased risks of several adverse outcomes, emphasizing the need for optimal asthma control during pregnancy.

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January 12, 2016
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Asthma
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Effects of Secondhand Smoke

There has been mounting evidence connecting exposure to secondhand smoke to illness and diseases due to the irritating nature of tobacco smoke on the non-smoker.

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December 9, 2015
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New FDA Approved Drug for Asthma

In the News: The FDA recently approved a new monoclonal antibody for add on therapy for the treatment of severe asthma in patients older than 12 years of age. How Does it Work?

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February 25, 2015
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The Importance of Using Controller Medicines Daily

Asthma is a condition due to airway inflammation often associated with an allergic component. It is characterized by symptoms that can include chest tightness, cough, shortness of breath and wheezing, which may be intermittent or persistent. Proper diagnosis requires a thorough history, physical examination, appropriate lung function testing and allergy testing.

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August 17, 2015
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New Rescue Inhaler Available

A new type of inhaler is now available to deliver albuterol for patients with asthma or reversible COPD. The inhaler is called ProairRespiclick and is available for patients 12 years or older to treat acute symptoms of airway constriction (bronchospasm) or as prevention of exercise induced asthma symptoms. Most patients refer to albuterol inhaler as the “rescue” or