Infants who were exclusively fed breast milk during their hospitalization at birth were 22% less likely to develop asthma in early childhood, according to research presented during the American ...

Use of inhaled corticosteroids in pregnancy improves infant lung function, reducing early respiratory risks linked to ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . An infant’s first feed had a significant impact on developing childhood asthma. Early breastfeeding might ...

In recent decades, scientists have revealed the importance of the human microbiome - the vast community of microbes that live in and on us. These microbes often perform essential functions and can ...

Breastfeeding through the first year of infants' lives can lower their risk of asthma by colonizing their bodies with a healthy mix of microbes, a new study finds. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News ...

A study published this month in the journal Pediatrics found that infants given multivitamin supplements before 6 months of age had increased risks of asthma and food allergies. The asthma link was ...

In a large Japanese birth cohort, cesarean delivery was not linked to higher risks of eczema, wheezing, atopic dermatitis, or ...

Low birth weight, preterm delivery and persistent cough in infants were exceptions a decade ago. Now they’re routine, say ...

Learn about common asthma triggers, from dust mites to food allergens, that may be hiding in your child’s backpack, and discover practical tips to help prevent asthma symptoms.

About 30 to 40% of children with asthma experience sleep difficulties due to symptoms like coughing and wheezing. Poor sleep ...

Cockroach infestations can worsen allergies and asthma in children, especially in low-income urban homes. One particular ...