Asthma costs and social impact

Asthma costs and social impact

In recent decades, both asthma prevalence and incidence have been increasing worldwide, not only due to the genetic background, but mainly because of the effect of a wide number of environmental and lifestyle risk factors. In many countries noncommunicable diseases, like asthma, are not yet considered a healthcare priority. This review will analyze and discuss disparities in asthma management i...

Social and emotional impact of childhood asthma.

The impact and valuation model in XLCA estimates social costs

Ground level ozone, airborne particulates (TSP), carbon monoxide, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides and lead are all regulated and monitored closely by the EPA and are termed "criteria air pollutants." They are considered to be some of the most damaging pollutants because they are so prevalent. Their impacts have been studied extensively, and much benefit cost...

Impact of a targeted asthma intervention program on treatment costs in patients with asthma.

OBJECTIVE To evaluate the impact of a targeted asthma intervention on treatment costs, utilization of medical services, number of prescription drugs filled, and trends of medication use from a third-party perspective. STUDY DESIGN Longitudinal population-based study. METHODS Study asthmatic patients were classified into intermittent and persistent asthma groups according to the Health Plan ...

The costs of asthma.

At present, asthma represents a substantial burden on health care resources in all countries so far studied. The costs of asthma are largely due to uncontrolled disease, and are likely to rise as its prevalence and severity increase. Costs could be significantly reduced if disease control is improved. A large proportion of the total cost of illness is derived from treating the consequences of p...