Comparable reductions in hyperpnoea-induced bronchoconstriction and markers of airway inflammation after supplementation with 6·2 and 3·1 g/d of long-chain n-3 PUFA in adults with asthma
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DOI: 10.1017/s0007114517001246
Abstract: Abstract Although high dose n-3 PUFA supplementation reduces exercise- and hyperpnoea-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB/HIB), there are concurrent issues with cost, compliance and gastrointestinal discomfort. It is thus pertinent to establish the efficacy of lower n-3 PUFA… read more here.
Keywords: adults asthma; pufa; induced bronchoconstriction; supplementation ... See more keywords
Respiratory tract infection-induced asthma exacerbations in adults with asthma: assessing predictors and outcomes
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DOI: 10.1080/02770903.2019.1568454
Abstract: Abstract Objective: To evaluate clinical and economic burden associated with respiratory tract infection (RTI)-induced asthma exacerbations and to identify risk factors associated with these exacerbations. Factors associated with these exacerbations are understudied and little information… read more here.
Keywords: adults asthma; respiratory tract; induced asthma; rti induced ... See more keywords
Factors associated with frequent physical activity among United States adults with asthma
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DOI: 10.1080/02770903.2022.2142134
Abstract: Abstract Objective: This study investigated factors associated with frequent moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity among United States (US) adults with asthma. Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study included US adults (≥18 years) with asthma in the 2019 Medical… read more here.
Keywords: physical activity; factors associated; status; adults asthma ... See more keywords
Feasibility and acceptability of home monitoring with portable spirometry in young adults with asthma
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DOI: 10.1080/02770903.2022.2160345
Abstract: Abstract Objective Self-monitoring asthma control is a key component of asthma management. Few studies have reported usability and acceptability of portable spirometry among young adults with asthma. Portable spirometry offers a practical solution to monitoring… read more here.
Keywords: acceptability; portable spirometry; spirometry; adults asthma ... See more keywords
Validity and reliability of the Glittre-ADL test in adults with asthma
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DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2022.2114301
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction Adults with asthma may have limitations in their activities of daily living (ADL) and among the most used tests to assess ADL, performance-based instruments such as the Glittre-Activities of Daily Living (Glittre-ADL) test… read more here.
Keywords: adl test; test; adults asthma; glittre adl ... See more keywords
Exercise Training Programs Improve Cardiorespiratory and Functional Fitness in Adults With Asthma
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DOI: 10.1097/hcr.0000000000000698
Abstract: This systematic review describes the characteristics and effects of exercise training interventions on improving performance-based measures of health-related physical fitness in adults with asthma. Supervised exercise training programs, particularly those aerobic in nature, are effective… read more here.
Keywords: exercise training; adults asthma; fitness adults; functional fitness ... See more keywords
Pharmacist-led adherence support in general practice: a qualitative interview study of adults with asthma
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-032084
Abstract: Objectives The National Health Service (NHS) in England recently introduced general practice pharmacists (GPPs) to provide medication-focused support to both patients and the general practice team. This healthcare model may benefit people with asthma, who… read more here.
Keywords: adults asthma; general practice; study; practice ... See more keywords
Effect of obesity on airway and systemic inflammation in adults with asthma: a systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.1136/thorax-2022-219268
Abstract: Background Obesity is associated with more severe asthma, however, the mechanisms responsible are poorly understood. Obesity is also associated with low-grade systemic inflammation; it is possible that this inflammation extends to the airways of adults… read more here.
Keywords: inflammation; meta analysis; airway systemic; adults asthma ... See more keywords
Self-rated health and reasons for non-vaccination against seasonal influenza in Canadian adults with asthma
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0172117
Abstract: Introduction While seasonal influenza vaccination is recommended for individuals with asthma, uptake in this population is low. We examined how self-rated health impacts reasons for not being immunized against influenza in Canadian adults with asthma,… read more here.
Keywords: adults asthma; rated health; self rated; seasonal influenza ... See more keywords
Validity of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (short form) in adults with asthma
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0282137
Abstract: Background The short form of the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) is widely used to assess PA and has already been used in adults with asthma; however, its validity has not been yet studied in… read more here.
Keywords: time; physical activity; adults asthma; short form ... See more keywords
Epidemiological status and associated factors of frailty and pre-frailty in older adults with asthma in China: A national cross-sectional study
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DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1136135
Abstract: Objective There are few studies on the prevalence and factors associated with frailty and pre-frailty in older adults with asthma worldwide. The aim of this study was to examine the epidemiological status and factors associated… read more here.
Keywords: older adults; frailty pre; adults asthma; pre frailty ... See more keywords