This month Philips Respironics released two new nebulizers—the InnoSpire Essence and InnoSpire Elegance. The two models are very similar. Both share a sleek, lightweight design weighing only 3.3 pounds. Both come with a 5-year warranty on the compressor. And both include a disposable and a reusable nebulizer set.
A new study published in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology says that two-thirds of all asthmatics also have an allergy. But many may not realize it.
Previously, it was known that children with asthma were more likely to have allergies, but it was thought this did not apply to adults. However, the new study shows that a whopping 75% of asthmatics between ages 20 and 40 and 65% of asthmatics above age 55 have at least one allergy.
Air pollution is a huge problem around the world, which is especially bad for those of us with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Fortunately, in some places it’s getting better. In the United States air quality has improved greatly since 1970 when the Clean Air Act was passed. But in other places such as quickly growing Asian cities, air pollution is getting much much worse.
Bad news, everyone. A new study has once again confirmed that fast food is bad for you. This time fast food has been linked to childhood asthma.
Using data from 500,000 kids in over 50 countries, the University of Auckland concluded that young children who eat fast food three or more times a week have a 27% greater risk of developing severe asthma.
Recently, we began selling oximeters. What do they have to do with your respiratory health?
Oximeters indirectly measure the oxygen levels in your blood and can be an important indicator of how well your respiratory treatment is going. Normal levels (Sp02) generally range between 90 – 100 depending upon your age and preexisting respiratory conditions.
I came across a study recently that I found personally frightening. Turns out foreign-born children who didn’t have allergies before coming to the States are likely to develop them after 10 years here. I was born in Singapore and have been in the States for almost 9 years now, which could apparently mean I only have one more year of easy breathing.
Good news for asthmatic mice everywhere—scientists at the Hunter Medical Research Institute in Australia have successfully prevented asthma attacks in mice.
They estimate the same treatment could be available for humans in a decade or less. Though that’s still a long ways off, this is a huge step forward especially when you consider how quickly asthma is growing worldwide.
Cruises are a great and fun vacation option for people of all ages. For those with asthma, COPD, Cystic Fibrosis, or other breathing illness, planning ahead for vacation nebulizer treatments can be stressful. Traditional nebulizer machines can be big and bulky.
According to an article by the Philadelphia Inquirer, “for those who live in cities and industrial areas, the presence of wheezing and asthma increases.” No one has yet been able to prove that polluted city air causes asthma (though many think this), but we know it definitely makes asthma symptoms worse.
Nebulizers are relatively simple devices, but they require occasional cleaning and maintenance to make sure they’re working properly. Some manufacturers recommend you sterilize the nebulizer cup (not the tubing, mask or machine) once a week. Others say after every other treatment.
50 million Americans stopped breathing last night due to obstructive sleep apnea. What is sleep apnea?
Apnea means “a temporary suspension of breathing.” Sleep apnea is when one stops breathing in their sleep. Episodes last ten or more seconds and end when the sleeper briefly awakens, takes a breath, and falls back asleep.
Have you ever wondered which nebulizer famous pop singers prefer? No? Well now you can find out anyway.
In a recent interview with Brazilian TV show Caldeirao do Huck, Madonna revealed the medical supplies she uses to keep her body and voice in top shape for her performances.
