Proximity To Major Roads Increases Asthma Risk
Filed in archive Allergy: Research and Development , Asthma , Living with Allergies on May 30, 2006
Have you ever considered relocating to alleviate your asthma? Several years ago, I was diagnosed of acquired asthma resulting from the perennially high pollen levels in our neighborhood. My GP said maybe I should consider relocating somewhere else. But then we all know that it's not that simple eh?
But increasing scientific evidence shows that its a move that might pay off, health-wise. consider this data from the journal, Environmental Health Perspectives:
Children - especially girls - who have lived near busy roads since before age 2 had the highest risk [for developing asthma symptoms]. At 500 feet to 650 feet distance, however, the asthma risk decreased to background rates, according to the research, a new cohort of the Southern California Children's Health Study, an ongoing longitudinal evaluation of air pollution and respiratory health.
A lot of new families expecting their first-born consider moving residences, presumably because of space considerations, among other reasons. If you are pregnant and is thinking of relocating soon, this is a factor you might want to consider when choosing your next nest, especially if you or your partner have a history of asthma.
For the rest of us stuck where we are, we'll just have to hope that steps will be made to control vehicular emissions and improve air quality.
[Source: NurseNews]

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