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CHOP Researchers Validate Pediatric “Allergic March” in Large National Study

Jul 25, 2023

In the largest study of its kind, CHOP researchers have validated a population-level pattern of pediatric allergy development known as the “allergic march.”

Air Quality FAQs for Patients & Families

Jun 1, 2024

You might be feeling anxious about the poor air quality in our region. While this problem is real, it does not mean that there is nothing we can do to help keep our family safe.

Be SMART: Easier Asthma Control Is Here

Jun 22, 2021

New treatment recommendations mean many children with asthma can use just one inhaler for control and to manage flares.

Fewer Asthma Attacks During COVID Pandemic

Aug 27, 2020

After stay-at-home orders were issued, doctors at CHOP noticed a drop in the number of patients who were admitted for asthma emergencies.

Fewer Serious Asthma Events after COVID-19 Stay-at-Home Orders

Aug 20, 2020

CHOP researchers credit decrease is asthma-related healthcare visits to decreases in rhinovirus cases due to social distancing measures.

COVID-19 Sparks Research Across CHOP

Jul 14, 2020

From predicting COVID-19 surges to understanding how it affects asthma, injuries and more, CHOP researchers stepped up to find answers.

COVID-19 Associated with Dramatic Decline in Pediatric Asthma ED Use

Jun 15, 2020

The number of patients visiting the ED for asthma treatment dropped by 76% in the first month of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new CHOP study.