Health Tip: Some Medications May Aggravate Asthma
People with asthma should be aware that some medications may actually worsen symptoms.
Here's a partial list, courtesy of the American Academy of Family Physicians:
* Aspirin, ibuprofen and other over-the-counter pain relievers. Acetaminophen is usually well-tolerated by asthmatics.
* Blood pressure medications such as ACE inhibitors and beta blockers.
* Contrast dyes used to enhance X-rays and other imaging devices.
If you notice shortness of breath or similar asthma symptoms after taking any medication, speak to your doctor. You may be allergic to that medication.
Health Tip: People With Cancer Can Exercise
Not everyone recovering from cancer is physically or mentally able to exercise.
For those who want to try, with a doctor's consent, the American Cancer Society offers these possible benefits of regular exercise:
* Maintain and improve physical strength and balance, as well as muscle tone.
* Improve circulation and reduce risk of blood clots.
* Reduce risk of heart disease.
* Decrease nausea, fatigue, anxiety and depression.
* Maintain and improve independence.
* Increase social activity and contact.
* Improve self-esteem.
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