An anti-inflammation injectable drug called dupilumab can reduce mucus buildup and improve breathing among asthma patients, a ...

A peak flow meter is a simple, small, hand-held tool that can help you maintain control of asthma by providing a measurement of how well air moves out of the lungs. After blowing into the device, the ...

Dr. Wasserman answers the question: 'When Should I See An Asthma Specialist?' — -- Question: When should I see an asthma specialist to treat my asthma, and do I need a pulmonologist? Answer: ...

A new set of guidelines recognizes the complexity in the interaction between a patient’s genetics and the environment. By Jane E. Brody Asthma may be a disease with one name. But experts say that ...

Scientists have found a new treatment for people with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that may be more effective than current options. Over the past 50 years, treatment options ...

A recent trial finds an injection given during some asthma and COPD attacks is more effective than the current treatment of steroid tablets, reducing the need for further treatment by 30%. An ...