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Asthma News - November 20, 2025

Current asthma research, announcements and opportunities, collected and distributed by Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS) Asthma Program Staff. Sign up to receive weekly-ish news emails at MDHHS-Asthma@michigan.gov

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Michigan Advance: Proposed cigar lounge in Detroit Metro Airport draws opposition from officials, health advocates

As the authority overseeing the Detroit Metro Airport moves forward with plans to open a cigar lounge within the facility, Michigan lawmakers have joined the chorus of health advocacy groups and local officials calling for an end to the effort. 

Allergy & Asthma Network: Trusted Messengers Program Reports Strong Outcomes, Broader Community Impact

The Trusted Messengers program, which includes the Virtual Asthma Coaching Program, has shown: significant and sustained improvements in patients’ asthma control; reduction in emergency department visits or hospitalizations; and better quality of life for adults, especially in under-resourced communities. Learn more about the Trusted Messengers Program 

Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America: Childhood Asthma: Know the Facts to Help Your Child Breathe Better

This page offers basic information about childhood asthma. Even though asthma is controllable, it is estimated that nearly half of children (44%) with asthma have uncontrolled asthma. Learn more to help your child breathe better! 

Effect of Dupilumab on Mucus Burden in Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Asthma: The VESTIGE Trial

Dupilumab reduced mucus plug scores and improved lung function in patients with moderate-to-severe asthma with high baseline mucus plug score, and increased the likelihood of achieving FeNO <25 ppb regardless of baseline mucus plug score. 

Validation of an Asthma Knowledge Tool to Assess the Efficacy of Comprehensive Asthma Education

The Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario Asthma Knowledge Tool (CHAT) consists of 35 true/false questions for caregivers of children with asthma. It was validated after showing good discrimination and reliably measured a significant improvement in knowledge scores following asthma education.

Nonlinear Relationship Between Body Mass Index (BMI) Z-Scores and Lung Function Parameters in Asthmatic Children: A Cross-Sectional Study

A nonlinear relationship exists between BMI z-scores and lung function parameters in children with asthma. Weight-guided interventions may enhance lung function and asthma control.