Experts say that there may be a link between exposure to violence and asthma.
Researchers are consistently trying to get to the bottom of what causes asthma and triggers attacks in people who suffer from the chronic respiratory disease. According to an article published by NBC Chicago on September 26, some experts are beginning to believe that in addition to factors such as genetics, pollution and poverty, violence may also play a hand in the prevalence of this affliction. In fact, it could have an effect on people before they’re even born.
“We are beginning to see evidence that stressors (including violence), even as early as utero, may actually affect the development of asthma,” said Dr. Victoria Persky, a professor at the University of Illinois’ School of Public Health, as noted by the news outlet.
The source reports that in poor Chicago neighborhoods that are rife with violence, many people choose to remain indoors, as going outside puts them at risk of being seriously hurt or killed. This decision to stay inside means that asthma patients are more consistently exposed to indoor pollutants that exacerbate their symptoms and make it difficult for them to breathe.
With the cold weather coming, it’s likely that people across the United States will begin spending more time indoors, which means that those who suffer from asthma will have to take special precautions to ensure that they stay healthy.
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