Surge in asthma, allergies expected in Gulf
9th Sep 2005, 23:26 GMT
Normally this time of year, many allergy and asthma sufferers along the Gulf Coast would be struggling to cope with the ragweed that's now in full bloom. This year, they'll likely face even more breathing difficulties in the wake of hurricane Katrina, doctors say.
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