Background: Previous research has found relationships between specific indoor
environmental exposures and exacerbation of asthma. Objectives: In this review we provide …

Fungi are ubiquitous microorganisms that are present in outdoor and indoor environments.
Previous research has found relationships between environmental fungal exposures and …

The current model of atopic asthma, the predominant phenotype, incorporates genetic and
environmental factors in the development of disease. Although genetic factors are less …

Rationale: Reducing asthma exacerbation frequency is an important criterion for approval of
asthma therapies, but the clinical features of exacerbation-prone asthma (EPA) remain …

Importance Many preschool children develop recurrent, severe episodes of lower respiratory
tract illness (LRTI). Although viral infections are often present, bacteria may also contribute …

Importance In asthma and other diseases, vitamin D insufficiency is associated with adverse
outcomes. It is not known if supplementing inhaled corticosteroids with oral vitamin D 3 …

Background: Skin testing and RASTs are the most commonly used methods for the
diagnosis of allergy. Questions remain, however, as to the accuracy of these tests …

Background Phenotypic presentations in young children with asthma are varied and might
contribute to differential responses to asthma controller medications. Methods The …

Background The effect of age on asthma severity is poorly understood. Objectives The
objective of this study was to compare the baseline features of severe and nonsevere …

Importance Systemic corticosteroids are commonly used in treating severe COVID-19.
However, the role of inhaled corticosteroids in the treatment of patients with mild to moderate …