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Who is at risk of developing asthma?
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Asthma is common, affecting 5 – 10% of the population.
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Asthma is one of the most common conditions of childhood.
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Asthma is closely linked to allergies.
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Asthma can run in families.
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Most but not all people with asthma have allergies.
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Children with a family history of allergy and asthma are more likely to
have asthma.
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Although asthma affects people of all ages, it most often starts in
childhood.
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More boys have asthma than girls.
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In adulthood, more women have asthma than men.
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Although asthma affects people of all races, African American are more
likely than Caucasians to be hospitalized for asthma attacks.
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