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What is asthma? In many people, asthma appears to be an allergic reaction to substances commonly breathed in through the air, such as animal dander, pollen, or dust mite and cockroach waste products. The catch-all name for these substances, allergens, refers to anything that provokes an allergic reaction. Some people have a genetic predisposition to react to certain allergens.

When these people breathe in the allergen, the immune system goes into high gear as if fighting off a harmful parasite. The system produces a molecule called immunoglobulin E (IgE), one of a class of defensive molecules termed antibodies. The IgE antibody is central to the allergic reaction. For example, it causes mast cells, a type of specialized defensive cell, to release chemical 'weapons' into the airways. The airways then become inflamed and constricted, leading to coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing -- an asthma attack.

Without treatment, such as inhaled corticosteriods to reduce the inflammation, asthma attacks can be deadly. The overall death rate for asthma, however, is low. - NIAID

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Join us for a 5K Walk and help us Celebrate 100 years! at Northeast Specialty Hospital in Braintree. It's Fun for the whole family! The 9th Annual "Blow the Whistle" on Asthma Walk is underway! Are you up for a challenge? ... on becoming a Team Captain or participating in the "Blow the Whistle" on Asthma Walk call 508-668-6729 ...

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Asthma Walk. Team Captain Information. Role of Team Captain. Team Challenge. Walk Purpose/Goals. Print Out Forms. A team is an opportunity for walkers to work together toward common goals: having fun and raising funds for a good cause. ... Recruit walk team members for the Asthma Walk –. a minimum of four registered walkers isrequired to form a team. ...

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Asthma Walk. General Walk Information. Portland Walk. On September 14, 2003, you will check-in at 12 noon and hand in all, or the remainder of the contributions you have collected. ... park your vehicle at the Marginal Way- Preble Street Extension, and follow the Asthma Walk signs to beautiful Back Cove ...

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