Everyday ozone may harm asthma sufferers more than thought

NCT ID NCT04109807

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how breathing in low levels of ozone—similar to what you might encounter on a typical day in Chapel Hill—affects lung function and airway inflammation in adults with mild asthma. Researchers will compare ozone exposure to filtered air in 18 participants. The goal is to see if even small amounts of ozone can cause breathing problems or inflammation.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
ozone exposure
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help understand how everyday ozone levels impact people with asthma, potentially guiding air quality recommendations.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study with only 18 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The trial is currently suspended, which may delay findings.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of North Carolina CEMALB

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

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