The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about changes to daily life that have impacted nearly every aspect of society. While much of the focus has been on the virus itself, there have been some unexpected effects that have emerged. One of these unexpected outcomes has been...
The coronavirus pandemic may have actually helped some kids avoid a long-term lung disease. According to a new Rutgers study that published in Respiratory Research, new diagnoses of asthma among minors decreased by 52% during the first year of the pandemic, compared...
The situation around the current spread of COVID-19 is changing rapidly. We have compiled resource links for the general community highlighting local resources across New Jersey, ways to get involved, and mental and physical wellness. Visit our COVID-19 page for...
Half as many children in the United States were diagnosed with asthma in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic compared to previous years, a new study shows. Researchers think fewer colds may be part of the reason. For the study, published in Respiratory Research,...
People with asthma were among those considered at high risk of COVID-19 disease. However, some studies have shown pediatric asthma exacerbations and asthma-related health care utilization actually declined during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Asthma and Allergy...
