Annually May is designated as National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month. Raising awareness of allergies and asthma as well as the realities of these conditions is the focus of this month. Since May is the busiest time of year for those who suffer from allergies and asthma when pollen in the air can cause attacks and negatively impact their health it was designated as National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month. In order for everyone to be ready to help, the goal of this awareness month is to increase awareness among those who are afflicted by these illnesses as well as their parents, relatives, friends and coworkers.
Throughout the nation May is designated as National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month. Dispelling myths about allergies and asthma emphasizing the seriousness of these reactions and outlining how individuals can assist are the goals of the month. This month’s activities are coordinated by the American Asthma and Allergy Foundation. They selected May because pollen in the air exacerbates allergies and asthma during this time of year.
The symptoms of asthma, an inflammatory lung disease include shortness of breath, chest tightness, coughing and wheezing. Exercise or a drop in body temperature at night may exacerbate the condition. Although asthma is influenced by environmental factors, genetics also plays a part. Air pollutants and allergens that irritate the lungs are among them. Despite having no known cure the chronic lifelong illness is easily treatable. The symptoms of an allergy which are brought on by an overactive immune system include runny and wheezing nose rashes, shortness of breath swelling and red eyes. One of the most prevalent allergens is pollen. Asthma and other allergies can be triggered or made worse by allergic reactions particularly during peak pollen season like May. Each year the number of people suffering from allergic conditions rises.
The T-cells that trigger the reaction to allergen proteins in inhalation allergies are being isolated through research at universities in South Africa and Australia. All it needs is human testing which will happen shortly. It’s encouraging that the majority of patients (90%) are benefiting from new asthma treatments.
In the ancient Egyptian kingdoms perfumers acknowledged asthma as a disease.
Clemens von Pirquet, an Austrian scientist and pediatrician refers to certain immune system responses he sees as allergies.
With the rise in air pollution the number of people, especially children is increasing.
The antibody class immunoglobulin E is discovered by two separate research groups revolutionizing our knowledge of allergy mechanics.
Research is ongoing and a recent discovery reduces the allergic inflammatory response in mice.
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Sharing knowledge about these conditions, causes and symptoms is crucial. With knowledge people can make sure they or their loved ones are receiving the assistance they require.
The American Asthma and Allergy Foundation produces T-shirts and bracelets. You can show your support by wearing these. It aids in raising money and awareness.
Research is essential because there is no cure for people with allergies and asthma. Raise money to help researchers continue their work in search of a cure.
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We believe that people are unaware of the seriousness of allergies and asthma. Our goal is to raise awareness about seeking assistance.
Our goal is to learn how to support those experiencing a severe asthma or allergy attack. If it is possible we do not want people to suffer.
We are aware that these ailments are curable but people still have a right to a cure. Fundraising for researchers searching for a cure is what we hope to accomplish.
