Research Finds New Cause of Ozone Wheezing and Potential Treatments
Tuesday, February 3, 2009 - 09:57
in Health & Medicine
Researchers at NIEHS and Duke University have discovered a cause of airway irritation and wheezing after exposure to ozone, a common urban air pollutant. Using an animal model, the researchers were also able to identify several ways to stop the airways from narrowing. These findings help identify potential new targets for drugs which may eventually help physicians better treat emergency room patients suffering from wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath.
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