With or without allergies, outcomes similar for hospitalized patients with COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, attention has been focused on how those with both allergies and asthma might be affected should they become ill. A new study being presented at this year's virtual American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting examines hospital data to determine if those with allergic conditions had more severe COVID-related disease than those without.

Nearly one in five parents of food-allergic children are bullied

Parents of children with food allergies find their children are often bullied by classmates, as well as parents of other children and teachers. A new study being presented at this year's virtual American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting shows that nearly one in five parents of food-allergic kids are the target of bullying by a multitude of sources.

Food allergies take a greater emotional toll on Asian families

Studies have shown that food allergies negatively affect the quality of life of those who suffer with them. A new study being presented at this year's virtual American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting reveals the impact on food allergy quality of life (FAQOL) for Asian patients and their parents is significantly higher than for other races.

Are the movements of tiny hairlike structures a key to our health?

Little is understood about how cilia, the tiny hairlike organelles that in humans are often the first lines of defense against pathogens in our lungs and respiratory tracks and even help push sperm along, move in coordination. New research from USC scholars identifies the mechanisms in play for cilia to work effectively and productively to push particles and fluid along, which is especially important given their critical role in health and in even ensuring reproduction.

Improved medical record management means better care during COVID-19 pandemic

Across the nation, top universities offer comprehensive health services to more than 20 million students in the form of primary, urgent and mental health care services. Management of medical records within student health centers is often outdated and unconnected to local health systems or the students' home health care providers, creating significant challenges to providing safe and consistent health care to students, especially in the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Study reveals physical demands of two-hour marathon

Elite runners need a specific combination of physiological abilities to have any chance of running a sub-two-hour marathon, new research shows.

Clinical trial finds inhaled immune response protein increases odds of recovery for hospitalised COVID-19 patients

Hospitalised COVID-19 patients in the UK who received an inhaled form of interferon beta-1a (SNG001) were more likely to recover and less likely to develop severe symptoms than patients who received a placebo, according to a new clinical trial published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine journal. This is the first evidence published in a peer-reviewed medical journal that inhaled interferon beta-1a could lessen the clinical consequences of COVID-19 and serves as proof-of-concept that this treatment could help hospitalised patients recover, but further research is required.

Black and Hispanic children in the US have more severe eczema than white children

While research shows Black and Hispanic children suffer disproportionately with asthma, other allergic diseases have also been found to be more prevalent in those groups. A presentation at this year's virtual American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI) Annual Scientific Meeting reveals the disparities that exist for Black and Hispanic children when it comes to Atopic Dermatitis (AD), commonly known as eczema.

iPOP Alum Jacob Batalon Begins Prep for Spider-Man 3 Filming

Jacob Batalon, iPOP Alum, has begun prep for Spider-Man 3 which filming for is currently underway. [PR.com]

Madelaine Petsch to Star in New Podcast "The Shadow Diaries" from Studio 71

iPOP Alumni Madelaine Petsch is set to star in a new podcast from Studio 71 titled "The Shadow Diaries." [PR.com]

No Political Censorship on Giftapart Social Media

Giftapart provides full social media without political censorship and free of “fact checkers.” [PR.com]

Arizona’s 6th Congressional District Representative David Schweikert Meets with Grab The Axe Consulting and Members of the (NSBA) National Small Business Association

Arizona’s 6th Congressional District Representative David Schweikert meets with Grab The Axe Consulting and members of the (NSBA) National Small Business Association. [PR.com]

Woods Aitken Ranked in 2021 U.S. News-Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” List

Woods Aitken LLP is delighted to announce that the firm has been recognized both nationally and regionally in the 2021 edition of U.S. News-Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms.” The firm received a total of 20 rankings, including a prestigious national ranking for Construction Law. In addition, Woods Aitken earned regional rankings in 14 practice areas across three markets. The rankings, by market, include: [PR.com]

Attorney William. W. Pollock Inducted Into American Board of Trial Advocates

Ragsdale Liggett partner William W. Pollock has been inducted into the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). [PR.com]

Redefining Bankruptcy Support: Randall S. Miller & Associates, in Partnership with US Default Management, Launches BKDirect

Combining legal knowledge and process expertise, BKDirect is a national automation-driven technology platform that reduces the risk of error and improves efficiencies in creating and filling certain bankruptcy documents. With data points mapping and a simple API, BKDirect auto-generates documents such as Proof of Claim, Notice of Payment Change, and transfer of claims, which are then forwarded to their team for attorney [PR.com]

Best Storage NW Opens in Sumner, Washington

Storage operation Best Storage NW announced today that it is now open. The business is located at 16290 Auto Lane just west of 166th Ave E along Hwy 410 in Sumner, Washington. Best Storage NW offers both indoor storage units and drive-up accessible units. The indoor units are heated and range in size from 5 x 5 to 10 x 25. These spaces are either on the ground floor or can be accessed via freight elevator. The drive-up [PR.com]

"Meandering Thoughts with Shree" Will Promote Your Products at a Lower Price This Festive Season

Make your products and services visible for lesser price and boost your sales. [PR.com]

South Eugene, Oregon Home Sold by Josh Sayre Keller Williams Realty

Josh Sayre of Keller Williams Realty Eugene & Springfield recently sold a house located at 2478 Panorama Dr., Eugene, OR 97405. This single-story home includes 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms and was sold on October 6, 2020. [PR.com]

Three-Property Portfolio, Albany and Leesburg, Georgia, Sold by Midcoast Properties, Inc.

Midcoast Properties, Inc. announces the recent sale of a three-property portfolio located in Albany and Leesburg, Georgia. Midcoast Properties, Inc. represented the seller, with Michael Morrison as lead broker. Michael also sourced the buyer to facilitate the deal. This portfolio consists of three self storage facilities, with a mix of 550 standard self storage units in seventeen self storage buildings. The portfolio [PR.com]