Study shows effects of socioeconomic status on immune cells of children with asthma

NewsGuard 100/100 Score
Editorial Checklist Reviewed
Apr 23 2018

There are considerable socioeconomic disparities in asthma control among children, but the molecular origins of these disparities are not well understood. A new Pediatric Pulmonology study of 99 children with asthma found considerable differences in various types of immune cells in children of higher versus lower socioeconomic status families.

Research suggests that both "social" and "physical" pollutants contribute to socioeconomic disparities in asthma outcomes. Additional studies are needed to determine how these factors may affect the immune system as it relates to asthma.

Source:

http://newsroom.wiley.com/press-release/pediatric-pulmonology/study-finds-differences-immune-cells-pediatric-asthma-patients-b

Posted in: Child Health News | Medical Research News

Tags: , , , ,

Comments (0)

Suggested Reading

Research confirms no association between SARS-CoV-2 and childhood asthma diagnoses
Newly discovered cause for asthma sparks hope for treatment
USC study unveils iron as key driver of lung inflammation in allergic asthma
Understanding the unique types and triggers of asthma
Asthma attacks cause airway damage beyond inflammation, research shows
Air pollution in Austin neighborhoods raises asthma-related ER visits, study finds
Second-hand vape smoke linked to more asthma symptoms in kids
Multiple atmospheric pollutants may be triggering asthma symptoms among children

Comments

The opinions expressed here are the views of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of News Medical.
Post a new comment
(Logout)
Post

Newsletters you may be interested in

See all Newsletters »

Terms

While we only use edited and approved content for Azthena answers, it may on occasions provide incorrect responses. Please confirm any data provided with the related suppliers or authors. We do not provide medical advice, if you search for medical information you must always consult a medical professional before acting on any information provided.

Your questions, but not your email details will be shared with OpenAI and retained for 30 days in accordance with their privacy principles.

Please do not ask questions that use sensitive or confidential information.

Read the full Terms & Conditions.

Provide Feedback

You might also like...
Empowering asthma patients through education