Air purifiers may help overweight kids with asthma more than lean peers

NCT ID NCT02763917

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looks at whether using HEPA air purifiers at home can improve asthma symptoms in children ages 8-17. It compares the effect in overweight versus lean children with asthma. About 200 kids from Baltimore City will receive either real or fake air purifiers to see if reducing indoor air pollution helps breathing.

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Locations

  • Meredith McCormack

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States

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