The Relationship between Asthma and the Environment in the Black Community

The Relationship between Asthma and the Environment in the Black Community
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Abstract
The relationship between asthma and the environment is complex. Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the airways conducting regions and respiratory regions, marked by chronic bronchitis, breathlessness, tightness of the chest, and coughing. Asthma symptoms can be triggered by exposure to allergens (such as dust mites, pollen, animal dander, and mold), irritants (such as tobacco smoke, air pollution, and strong odors), and physical activity. Evidence suggests that asthma is more common among black people living in poverty. It can be due to various factors, including exposure to environmental triggers, genetics, and lack of access to quality healthcare.
The relationship between asthma and the environment
Introduction
There is an essential link between asthma and the environment, particularly among African-Americans. Asthma is a long-term illness that affects the lungs and airways, making breathing difficult. A mix of hereditary and environmental factors produces the condition. Air pollution, dust, mold, and pollen are also environmental triggers for asthma. Pet dander, cockroach droppings, and certain foods might set off an asthma attack as well. Asthma development is also influenced by genetics (Stern et al., 2020). A person's risk of developing asthma increases if they have a family history of the condition. Several asthma therapies are available, but adherence to therapy is often a challenge. In addition, follow-up treatment is often insufficient. These issues are often exacerbated in those of lower socioeconomic positions. In the United States, asthma affects roughly 7% of the population. However, some groups of individuals have a significantly greater prevalence. Asthma, for example, affects around 13% of black individuals.
There are many disparities in the care of people with asthma. Black people are more likely to be hospitalized for asthma than white people. They are also more likely to die from asthma. These disparities are often due to differences in access to care, compliance with care, and follow-up care. Asthma is a serious problem, especially among black people. The relationship between asthma and the environment is complex. Many environmental factors can trigger asthma attacks. Allergens, air pollution, and dust are just a few of the many triggers (Stern et al., 2020). Many treatments are available for asthma, but compliance with care is often a problem. Follow-up care is also often inadequate. These problems are often worse in people with lower socioeconomic status. There are many disparities in the care of people with asthma. Black people are more likely to be hospitalized for asthma than white people. They are also more likely to die from ast...