Fossil fuel emissions can worsen asthma, say experts
By Soon Li Wei KUALA LUMPUR: Bank officer Siti Suriani Ahmad tends to have an asthma flare-up whenever she travels long distances by road. “I shouldn’t be stuck in a vehicle for more than three hours, otherwise I will end up having shortness of breath caused by the exhaust fumes I inhale,” she said. Recalling […]
Public awareness key to effective control of asthma
KUALA LUMPUR: Public awareness about asthma and how it affects patients are key to effective control of the chronic lung disorder. Experts said without a proper understanding of asthma and its triggers, it could become fatal if not properly managed, noting that many people perceive asthma as a “normal” illness, with no immediate treatment needed. […]
