Desert Dust Exposure Is Associated with Increased Risk of Asthma Hospitalization in Children

• 2010

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• Kumiko Kanatani; Isao Ito; Wael Al-Delaimy; Yuichi Adachi; William Mathews
PMID: 20656941DOI: https://doi.org/10.1164/rccm.201002-0296OC

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This article examines how exposure to desert dust can increase the risk of asthma hospitalizations in children. It highlights that when children breathe in dust from deserts, it can make their asthma worse, leading to more trips to the hospital. The study shows a clear link between dusty environments and health problems for kids with asthma. Parents and caregivers should be aware of this risk, especially if they live near or visit areas with lots of desert dust. Taking steps to reduce exposure could help protect children's health and prevent severe asthma attacks.

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Focus Area: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Air Pollutants; Asthma; Child; Dust; Environmental Exposure; Hospitalization; Japan

Institutions: University of California, San Diego

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