When Allergies Attack Asthma Fights Back
Many people in the United States struggle with at least one type of allergy related symptom or asthma. In fact, the numbers equal out to be 1 in 5 Americans suffer with allergies or asthma symptoms.
Below is an infographic showing the breakdown of allergies in America.
There are several factors responsible for asthma and allergies, including genetics, pet dander, and indoor air pollution. In families with one parent with allergies, children are more likely to develop allergies as well. If both parents have allergies, children are 70 percent more likely to have an allergy.
Americans typically spend almost their whole lives inside, and with air pollution levels being greater inside, this can be a big factor in the development of allergies. Being inside more often means there is more exposure to pet dander, as trace levels of dander are found in almost every home, whether or not there is a pet present. Also, normal household items, like pesticides, can contribute to indoor air pollution and allergies.
Children account for almost half of all asthma related hospitalizations, and almost 2 million Emergency Room visits are due to problems with asthma. These high numbers of allergy and asthma related conditions and hospital visits have taken a toll on health care and business costs. One estimate shows that allergies cost health care systems and businesses $7.9 billion every year. This works out to be 10.5 million missed school days and 4 million missed work days every year.
This infographic is presented by Oransi, LLC.
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