Developed nations are experiencing a marked increase in prevalence of the familial allergic
diseases including asthma, allergic rhinitis, atopic dermatitis, and allergic gastroenteropathy …

We estimated the prevalence and severity of asthma, and the association with cooking on
open wood fires, as preparation for a large-scale randomized field trial on effects of indoor …

Background The ADAM33 gene has recently been associated with asthma and bronchial
hyper‐reactivity. It codes for a disintegrin and metalloproteinase that triggers intra‐and …

This article will discuss exposure assessment and health effects of indoor mold and
dampness problems occurring in residences or in non-traditional occupational situations. By …

The aim of the study was to assess the relationship between dietary intake of selected foods
and fatty acids with atopic disease prevalence in adults. Data from the European Community …

Neighbours of intensive livestock production facilities frequently complain of odour
annoyance. They are also concerned about potential negative health effects of …

East–West differences in prevalence of asthma and allergies were suggested to be
associated with lifestyle factors. To describe endotoxin levels in mattress dust samples from …

Background: It has been suggested that exposure to elevated levels of endotoxin decreases
the risk of allergic sensitization. Objective: To examine the associations between current …

Background Several studies reported protective effects of farming environments against
atopic diseases. Therefore, we aimed to establish the relevant timing of exposure in early …

Diese Leitlinie soll ein wissenschaftlich begründetes±evidenzbasiertes±und hinsichtlich der
Wirtschaftlichkeit optimiertes Stufenschema für die diagnostische Abklärung und Therapie …