On the Road with Allergies and Asthma: Coping Tips May 7, 2008
"Vacations bring people outdoors to explore new sights or enjoy the weather. But more time outdoors means increased exposure to common allergy and asthma triggers, including pollen, mold spores, stinging insects and air pollution," Dr. Estelle Levetin, vice chair of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI) Aerobiology Committee, said in a statement issued by the academy. The resulting reactions, which can range from bothersome to life-threatening, can quickly take the fun... (MEDLINEplus)
Science: Spring keeps coming earlier via global warming Mar 20, 2008
For wind-pollinated plants, it's probably the strongest signal we have yet of climate change, said University of Massachusetts professor of aerobiology Christine Rogers. It's a huge health impact. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Scientists To Study High-risk Plant Pathogen Using Small, Unmanned Aircraft Jan 29, 2008
The USDA grant also provides funding for a new undergraduate course in the Department of Plant Pathology, Physiology, and Weed Science on aerobiology the study of how organisms are transported in the atmosphere. The course, which begins in the third year of the grant, will be the first of its kind at Virginia Tech and will involve students participating in hands-on projects in aerobiology, biosecurity, and environmental science. (Science Daily)
The onslaught of allergies Sep 19, 2007
It s a really potent aero-allergen, says Matthew Smith, a graduate researcher at the UK s National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit in Worcester. The seeds can stay in the soil for up to 40 years. (FirstScience.com)
Itching for a good storm Jun 25, 2007
Beverley Adams-Groom, of the National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit at the University of Worcester, says weather patterns are to blame. "This year we got off to an early start. advertisementThere was enough rain in the spring for the grasses to grow well, and good fine weather in early summer for pollen to be released. We've had localised showers, but the pollen count has been rising very quickly in the dry spells.". (Telegraph.co.uk)
Global warming may be bad for asthma sufferers Mar 24, 2007
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Mild winter may spring hay fever on millions next month Jan 19, 2007
Experts at Worcester University's National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit have detected some tree pollen. Dr Matthew Smith said: 'There are low counts of hazel and alder pollen. (Daily Mail)
Pollen season warning issued in Britain Jan 18, 2007
WORCESTER, England (UPI) -- The National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit at the University of Worcester is warning British citizens the pollen season could begin at any moment. Based on the presence of pollen seen in the air by unit researchers, the institute has warned this year`s pollen season could potentially begin months before its traditional start date, The Daily Mail reported. (Monsters and Critics.com)
Veterans of biological offensive rese... Sep 13, 2006
The one-million-liter sphere was the largest aerobiology chamber ever built and is on the National Register of Historic Places ... In 1970, Mr. Larson continued his research at the aerobiology laboratory in the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, or USAMRIID, at Fort Detrick ... He began working at USAMRIID's aerobiology division in 1972 with Mr. Larson, helping develop vaccines against organisms that could be a threat to the United States, Mr. Jemski said. (Frederick News-Post)
Dust mites regular sleeping partners for many Britons Jul 12, 2006
"This content has serious implications for health as the contaminants can cause symptoms of asthma, rhinitis and conjunctivitis and irritate existing cases of eczema," said Professor Jean Emberlin, director of the university's national pollen and aerobiology research centre, which carried out the research. Seven of the 10 duvets tested had never been washed - two of which were more than a decade old. (BBC News -- Health)
The duvets which are a dustmite haven Jul 12, 2006
Professor Jean Emberlin, director of Worcester University's National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Centre which carried out the research, said: "Although we expected to find some levels of dust mites and bacteria in most duvets, we were amazed at the results of the analyses. "In some cases, the levels of allergens and contaminants were dangerously high to the point where they could cause symptoms of serious allergies and infections amongst owners and their partners. " She said the dirtiest... (Daily Mail - UK)
Hay fever drugs boom May 29, 2006
Experts at the National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit (NPARU) at Worcester University warn that by the middle of this week pollen levels might soar above the all-important 50 grains per cubic metre mark, the point where the sneezing, streaming, itchy eyes and general feelings of lousiness are likely to kick in. But where there is misery, there is money. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Countdown to the big sneeze for sufferers of hay fever May 17, 2006
The formula which pinpointed 6:02pm on 29 May as the worst time for hay fever was created by Boots Health Club in association with the National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit at the University of Worcester. The model for the formula is: T+S+(HxO) divided by R, where T is the time of day, S the stage of the grass hay fever season, H the hours of activity, O is being outdoors and R is the amount of rainfall. (Scotsman)
Why global warming is to blame for Britain's hay fever epidemic May 15, 2006
Pollen seasons are lengthening, and the pollen itself is provoking a more powerful reaction - a situation already being reflected in rising GP consultation rates for hay fever, according to Professor Jean Emberlin, director of the National Pollen and Aerobiology Research Unit. Hitherto, the direct effects of climate change on everyday life have seemed a long way off. (Independent)
