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New Study Could Change Treatment for Asthma

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A: How are you doing today? B: I've been having trouble breathing lately. A: Have you had any type of cold lately? B: No, I haven't had a cold. I just have a heavy feeling in my chest when I try to breathe. A: Do you have any allergies that you know